Buick Encore vs Volkswagen Atlas
Overview | |
Years produced2013-2023 | Years produced2018-Present |
MSRP$24,600 | MSRP$39,310 |
Listings379 | Listings3312 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
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 | |
Engine1.4L 155 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower155 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City24 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.4L 155 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque177 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower155 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.8 cu ft | Cargo Space20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3195 lbs | Curb Weight4317 lbs |
Height65.2 in | Height70.4 in |
Length168.4 in | Length200.7 in |
Width70.1 in | Width88.5 in |
Wheelbase100.6 in | Wheelbase117.3 in |
Maximum Payload1018 lbs | Maximum Payload1102 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2013-2023 | 2018-Present |
MSRP | $24,600 | $39,310 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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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 | 1.4L 155 hp I4 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 155 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
MPG City | 24 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.4L 155 hp I4 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque | 177 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 155 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.8 cu ft | 20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3195 lbs | 4317 lbs |
Height | 65.2 in | 70.4 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 200.7 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 88.5 in |
Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1018 lbs | 1102 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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