Volkswagen Atlas vs Jeep Grand Cherokee L
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MSRP$37,995 | MSRP$41,535 |
Listings2430 | Listings1326 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryLaunched for the 2018 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas is engineered specifically for the North American market. It's a mid-size three-row SUV, big for a VW, but targeting a popular market segment that already includes the Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Honda Pilot, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, and Toyota Highlander. To keep up in such a competitive segment, the Atlas gets a major refresh for the 2024 model year. The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is essentially the same vehicle as before, but it gets key updates like different styling and more standard features. It also loses its six-cylinder engine option, but the remaining turbocharged four-cylinder engine gets more horsepower and torque. In Canada, the 2024 Atlas lineup includes Comfortline, Highline, and Execline, plus a new-for-2024 Peak Edition trim that slots in just above base. For this review, we tested the U.S. equivalent of an Atlas Execline, representing the top of the range. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the three-row version of Jeep's popular midsize SUV. It continues into 2023 with higher prices and new competitors, namely the Land Rover Defender 130 and Toyota Grand Highlander. The style and 4x4 hardware are classic Jeep, but the Grand Cherokee L is built for comfort over raw capability. We tested the top trim, a Summit Reserve, which is priced at roughly $85,000 in Canada and worth it—most of the time. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 | Engine3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 | Engine Name3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque | Torque260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space20.6 cu ft | Cargo Space17.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4343 lbs | Curb Weight4524 lbs |
Height70.4 in | Height71.5 in |
Length200.7 in | Length204.9 in |
Width88.5 in | Width84.6 in |
Wheelbase117.3 in | Wheelbase121.7 in |
Maximum Payload1091 lbs | Maximum Payload1370 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity6200 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $37,995 | $41,535 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Launched for the 2018 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas is engineered specifically for the North American market. It's a mid-size three-row SUV, big for a VW, but targeting a popular market segment that already includes the Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Honda Pilot, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, and Toyota Highlander. To keep up in such a competitive segment, the Atlas gets a major refresh for the 2024 model year. The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is essentially the same vehicle as before, but it gets key updates like different styling and more standard features. It also loses its six-cylinder engine option, but the remaining turbocharged four-cylinder engine gets more horsepower and torque. In Canada, the 2024 Atlas lineup includes Comfortline, Highline, and Execline, plus a new-for-2024 Peak Edition trim that slots in just above base. For this review, we tested the U.S. equivalent of an Atlas Execline, representing the top of the range. | The Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the three-row version of Jeep's popular midsize SUV. It continues into 2023 with higher prices and new competitors, namely the Land Rover Defender 130 and Toyota Grand Highlander. The style and 4x4 hardware are classic Jeep, but the Grand Cherokee L is built for comfort over raw capability. We tested the top trim, a Summit Reserve, which is priced at roughly $85,000 in Canada and worth it—most of the time. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 269 hp I4 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
MPG City | 20 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 269 hp I4 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 20.6 cu ft | 17.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4343 lbs | 4524 lbs |
Height | 70.4 in | 71.5 in |
Length | 200.7 in | 204.9 in |
Width | 88.5 in | 84.6 in |
Wheelbase | 117.3 in | 121.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1091 lbs | 1370 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 6200 lbs |
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