Chevrolet Tahoe vs Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2021 Chevrolet Tahoe
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe
$44,000MSRP
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2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
$36,985MSRP
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2021 Chevrolet Tahoe
$44,000MSRP
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2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
$36,985MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$44,000

MSRP

$36,985

Average price

$38,508

Average price

$31,069

Listings

9320

Listings

7882
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.5 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.0 out of 10
Pros
  • Powerful engine
  • Spacious
  • Spacious third row
Cons
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Uncomfortable seats
  • Advanced safety features are not standard
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

The full-size SUV segment is a relatively small one, and Chevrolet dominates it. The Tahoe, and its extended-length twin, the Suburban, account for about half of all big SUV sales despite competitive shortcomings in terms of interior comfort, cargo space, and towing capability. With the all-new 2021 Chevy Tahoe (and Suburban), two of those three flaws are resolved. At the same time, the 2021 Tahoe gets a big upgrade in terms of driving dynamics, technology, and innovation.

Reviews Summary

Volkswagen's efforts to grow its appeal in the United States have developed over a long process of trial and error, but VW showed it finally understood American 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 favor 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 Pilot, the aged Ford Edge and Nissan Murano, and the more truck-like Jeep Grand Cherokee.

The 2024 Atlas Cross Sport lineup includes SE, SE with Technology, SEL, SEL R-Line, and SEL Premium R-Line trim levels. We drove the range-topping SEL Premium R-Line for this review.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

5.3L 355 hp V8

Engine

2.0L 269 hp I4

Drive Train

4X2

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

6

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

355 hp @ 5600 rpm

Horsepower

MPG City

15

MPG City

20

MPG Highway

20

MPG Highway

27
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe
$44,000MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
$36,985MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe
$44,000MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
$36,985MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
MSRP
$44,000
$36,985
Average price
$38,508
$31,069
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.5
4.8
Expert reviews

8.5 out of 10

Read full review

7.0 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Powerful engine
  • Spacious
  • Spacious third row
Cons
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Uncomfortable seats
  • Advanced safety features are not standard
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
The full-size SUV segment is a relatively small one, and Chevrolet dominates it. The Tahoe, and its extended-length twin, the Suburban, account for about half of all big SUV sales despite competitive shortcomings in terms of interior comfort, cargo space, and towing capability. With the all-new 2021 Chevy Tahoe (and Suburban), two of those three flaws are resolved. At the same time, the 2021 Tahoe gets a big upgrade in terms of driving dynamics, technology, and innovation.

Volkswagen's efforts to grow its appeal in the United States have developed over a long process of trial and error, but VW showed it finally understood American 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 favor 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 Pilot, the aged Ford Edge and Nissan Murano, and the more truck-like Jeep Grand Cherokee.

The 2024 Atlas Cross Sport lineup includes SE, SE with Technology, SEL, SEL R-Line, and SEL Premium R-Line trim levels. We drove the range-topping SEL Premium R-Line for this review.

Search for a Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport on CarGurus

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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
5.3L 355 hp V8
2.0L 269 hp I4
Drive Train
4X2
FWD
Seating Capacity
6
5
Horsepower
355 hp @ 5600 rpm
MPG City
15
20
MPG Highway
20
27
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