2021 Volkswagen Atlas

Entry to the range in the US is through the S trim, which has an MSRP of $31,555, with the SE upping the base price to $34,905. The SE with Technology can be had for $36,945 with the four-cylinder engine and $38,345 with the V6. If you want the SE with Technology in R-Line spec, you'll need to fork out $39,745. Adding AWD to any of these ups the cost of the Volkswagen Atlas by $1,900.

你可以选取four-pot (AWD)for $42,425, or you can choose the FWD V6 version for $42,325. In R-Line spec, the FWD SEL goes for $44,025 - again, adding AWD to either of these models ups the total bill by $1,900. The SEL Premium costs $47,225 with the four-cylinder engine, or $49,025 with the V6 - either way, you can only have it in AWD. At the top of the range, the Premium R Line requires an outlay of $50,725. These prices exclude Volkswagen's destination charge of $1,195.

There's little to write home about in terms of performance for the Volkswagen Atlas compared to the driving dynamics of, say, Mazda's CX-9. However, a sporty drive and hitting top speed isn't what the large or midsize crossover segment is about. The core competency for the Atlas is a smooth, comfortable ride for passengers and an easy businesslike experience for the driver. The steering response is on point, and due to a clever use of Volkswagen's MQB platform shared with the Golf and Jetta, is surprisingly nimble around the city. It's an easy vehicle to drive smoothly and surprisingly deft and easy to maneuver in tight spaces. The suspension soaks up bumps on rougher roads, even on larger wheel options with thinner tires, with little fuss. Out on the freeway, the Atlas is a consummate and comfortable cruiser that makes long journeys a breeze. On windy roads, it's better to relax and go with the flow and ignore sport mode altogether.

The new VW Atlas is an excellent SUV, but there are some downsides. The drivetrains on offer are far from inspired, sip more fuel than competitors, but are solid performers. The interior doesn't look as stellar as it actually is, and will disappoint those that want the inside to look as good as the outside. However, the ride is plush, and the Atlas will happily swallow a family, all their luggage, and additional bits and bobs comfortably. In higher trims, the Atlas starts to become a proper premium vehicle with a solid technical progression topped off by the virtual cockpit. Where the Atlas shines, though, is as an attractive family cruiser that provides as much comfort as it does space.

的入门价格3美元1,555, the Atlas is one of the few mid-size SUVs we can recommend diving straight into the base model. The infotainment screen might be on the small side, but the 2.0-liter engine is up to the task, the interior is family-size and family-friendly, and it comes with features other base models ignore like dual-zone climate control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and blind-spot monitoring.

Those with more to spend won't be able to resist the SE with Technology, though, which brings useful driver aids like adaptive cruise control, and the super-useful remote start and power tailgate. The SE with R-Line is more of an appearance package that the Atlas doesn't need. So if we were spending more money, we would rather go to SEL trim with the V6 engine at $42,325, for added luxuries like a heated steering wheel, power adjustment for the front passenger seat, navigation, and a digital instrument cluster.

Stepping into the SEL Premium is where things start feeling luxurious, but at $47,225, the value proposition starts slipping away. With a $50,725 price tag for the SEL Premium R-Line, it's time to start looking at finding the extra $4,225 and get into the Audi Q7's excellent base Premium trim.

The Atlas's wide variety of models is a good thing, but it can also be viewed negatively. Honda's Pilot is a much simpler car in comparison, only available with one 3.5-liter V6 option that's more efficient and more powerful than both engines found in the Atlas. Both cars come with lots of comfort and safety features as standard, but we prefer the higher-quality interior of the Atlas. The Atlas also scores points for having a usable 3rd row and more cargo space than the Pilot.

When comparing entry-level models, the Atlas wins. Honda doesn't offer a decent infotainment system at a base level, but the overall Pilot range is better value for money. Honda also offers you more kit at a lower price, whereas you have to pay close to $50,000 to get all the luxuries in the top-spec Atlas.

因为大众决定不增加th的定价e Atlas by too much, the Ascent is now the more expensive option. Not by much, however. The Ascent uses a 2.4-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine with more power than the base engine on the Atlas, but better fuel consumption. However, the Subaru's poor CVT gearbox ruins whatever power advantage it has. Unlike the Atlas, which only has AWD, the Scooby has a permanent four-wheel-drive system with X-Mode. The Ascent matches the Atlas when it comes to standard features, but it struggles to reach that German quality. The Atlas is also bigger and more comfortable. The Subaru's engine is a peach, but its poor gearbox makes us lean in the direction of the Atlas.