2026 Toyota Sequoia vs 2026 Volkswagen Atlas
Overview | |
MSRP$65,725 | MSRP$39,310 |
Listings59 | Listings439 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
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2026 Toyota Sequoia Reviews Summary | |
2026 Volkswagen Atlas Reviews SummaryThe 2026 Volkswagen Atlas continues as VW’s North American-market three-row SUV (a two-row Atlas Cross Sport is also available, but we’ll cover that separately), and it’s largely unchanged from its substantial 2024 refresh. What remains, however, is a vehicle that impresses with its upscale appearance and genuinely spacious interior. A stiff ride and poorly executed technology will fight and frustrate you every step of the way, but the Atlas will nonetheless make you look good. Verdict: The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas delivers on its core promise of style and space at a non-luxury price point. If you can tolerate its sub-par ride quality and maddening infotainment system—or if you simply plan to rely on Apple CarPlay and ignore the native tech—this handsome three-row SUV offers compelling value for shoppers prioritizing looks and space. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.4L 437 hp V6 Hybrid | Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower437 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City21 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.4L 437 hp V6 Hybrid | Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque583 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower437 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City21 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.3 cu ft | Cargo Space20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight5635 lbs | Curb Weight4317 lbs |
Height74.5 in | Height70.4 in |
Length208.1 in | Length200.7 in |
Width79.6 in | Width88.5 in |
Wheelbase122.0 in | Wheelbase117.3 in |
Maximum Payload1730 lbs | Maximum Payload1102 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity9500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity9500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $65,725 | $39,310 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas continues as VW’s North American-market three-row SUV (a two-row Atlas Cross Sport is also available, but we’ll cover that separately), and it’s largely unchanged from its substantial 2024 refresh. What remains, however, is a vehicle that impresses with its upscale appearance and genuinely spacious interior. A stiff ride and poorly executed technology will fight and frustrate you every step of the way, but the Atlas will nonetheless make you look good. Verdict: The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas delivers on its core promise of style and space at a non-luxury price point. If you can tolerate its sub-par ride quality and maddening infotainment system—or if you simply plan to rely on Apple CarPlay and ignore the native tech—this handsome three-row SUV offers compelling value for shoppers prioritizing looks and space. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.4L 437 hp V6 Hybrid | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 437 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 21 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 24 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.4L 437 hp V6 Hybrid | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque | 583 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm | |
Horsepower | 437 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 21 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 24 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.3 cu ft | 20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5635 lbs | 4317 lbs |
Height | 74.5 in | 70.4 in |
Length | 208.1 in | 200.7 in |
Width | 79.6 in | 88.5 in |
Wheelbase | 122.0 in | 117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1730 lbs | 1102 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 9500 lbs | 2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 9500 lbs | |
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