Buick Enclave vs Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2026 Buick Enclave
2026 Buick Enclave
$46,400MSRP
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2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
$36,985MSRP
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2026 Buick Enclave
$46,400MSRP
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2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
$36,985MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

2008-Present

Years produced

2020-Present

MSRP

$46,400

MSRP

$36,985

Listings

1145

Listings

559

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

Expert reviews

7.0 out of 10

Pros

  • Standard advanced safety features

  • Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto

  • Plenty of cargo space

Cons

  • Cramped back seat

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

  • Poor ride quality

Reviews Summary

Reviews Summary

Volkswagen's efforts to grow its appeal in North America have developed over a long process of trial and error, but VW showed it finally understood this continent’s tastes when it launched the Atlas three-row crossover SUV. And because not everyone needs three rows, VW followed up the standard Atlas with the two-row Cross Sport for the 2020 model year. Both versions get a significant refresh for 2024.

The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport gets most of the same updates as its three-row sibling, including different styling, more standard features, and the discontinuation of its six-cylinder engine option in favour of a more powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engine. These changes are aimed at making the Cross Sport more competitive against other midsize crossovers like the Chevrolet Blazer and Honda Passport, the aged Ford Edge and Nissan Murano, and the more truck-like Jeep Grand Cherokee.

In Canada, the 2024 Atlas Cross Sport lineup includes Comfortline, Highline, and Execline trim levels. We drove the U.S. equivalent of the range-topping Execline for this review.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.5L 328 hp I4

Engine

2.0L 269 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

7

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

328 hp @ 5500 rpm

Horsepower

MPG City

20

MPG City

20

MPG Highway

25

MPG Highway

27
2026 Buick Enclave
2026 Buick Enclave
$46,400MSRP
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2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
$36,985MSRP
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2026 Buick Enclave
$46,400MSRP
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2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
$36,985MSRP
Overview
Overview
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Overview

Years produced
2008-Present
2020-Present
MSRP
$46,400
$36,985
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.5

4.8

Expert reviews

7.0 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Standard advanced safety features

  • Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto

  • Plenty of cargo space

Cons

  • Cramped back seat

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

  • Poor ride quality

Summary

Volkswagen's efforts to grow its appeal in North America have developed over a long process of trial and error, but VW showed it finally understood this continent’s tastes when it launched the Atlas three-row crossover SUV. And because not everyone needs three rows, VW followed up the standard Atlas with the two-row Cross Sport for the 2020 model year. Both versions get a significant refresh for 2024.

The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport gets most of the same updates as its three-row sibling, including different styling, more standard features, and the discontinuation of its six-cylinder engine option in favour of a more powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engine. These changes are aimed at making the Cross Sport more competitive against other midsize crossovers like the Chevrolet Blazer and Honda Passport, the aged Ford Edge and Nissan Murano, and the more truck-like Jeep Grand Cherokee.

In Canada, the 2024 Atlas Cross Sport lineup includes Comfortline, Highline, and Execline trim levels. We drove the U.S. equivalent of the range-topping Execline for this review.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.5L 328 hp I4
2.0L 269 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
7
5
Horsepower
328 hp @ 5500 rpm
MPG City
20
20
MPG Highway
25
27
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