2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport vs 2020 Buick Encore
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MSRP$23,200 | MSRP$30,855 |
Listings282 | Listings490 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews5.8 out of 10 |
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2020 Buick Encore Reviews Summary | |
2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Reviews SummaryLaunched for the 2020 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a two-row, five-seat version of the Volkswagen Atlas family crossover, itself a fairly new model, having launched for the 2018 model year. The two-row midsize crossover segment is experiencing a resurgence, with newer models like the Cross Sport, Toyota Venza, Honda Passport, and Chevrolet Blazer joining the aging Ford Edge and Nissan Murano. VW also named the Jeep Grand Cherokee as a competitor to the Cross Sport, but the Jeep is a more traditional SUV. Typically for a model entering its sophomore year, the Cross Sport doesn’t get many updates for 2021. The only changes are VW’s new MIB3 infotainment system for most trim levels, and two new driver-assist features: Travel Assist and Emergency Assist. The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is available in eight trim levels: S, SE, SE with Technology, SE with Technology R-Line, SEL, SEL R-Line, SEL Premium, and SEL Premium R-Line. Buyers must also choose between front-wheel drive (FWD) and 4Motion all-wheel drive (AWD), and four-cylinder or six-cylinder engines. Our test car was a six-cylinder SEL Premium model with 4Motion. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.4L 138 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower138 hp @ 4900 rpm | Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway24 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.4L 138 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque148 lb-ft @ 200 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower138 hp @ 4900 rpm | Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.8 cu ft | Cargo Space40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3237 lbs | Curb Weight4098 lbs |
Height65.3 in | Height68.3 in |
Length168.4 in | Length195.5 in |
Width70.1 in | Width78.4 in |
Wheelbase100.6 in | Wheelbase117.3 in |
Maximum Payload1018 lbs | Maximum Payload1080 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
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MSRP | $23,200 | $30,855 |
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Expert reviews | 5.8 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | Launched for the 2020 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a two-row, five-seat version of the Volkswagen Atlas family crossover, itself a fairly new model, having launched for the 2018 model year. The two-row midsize crossover segment is experiencing a resurgence, with newer models like the Cross Sport, Toyota Venza, Honda Passport, and Chevrolet Blazer joining the aging Ford Edge and Nissan Murano. VW also named the Jeep Grand Cherokee as a competitor to the Cross Sport, but the Jeep is a more traditional SUV. Typically for a model entering its sophomore year, the Cross Sport doesn’t get many updates for 2021. The only changes are VW’s new MIB3 infotainment system for most trim levels, and two new driver-assist features: Travel Assist and Emergency Assist. The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is available in eight trim levels: S, SE, SE with Technology, SE with Technology R-Line, SEL, SEL R-Line, SEL Premium, and SEL Premium R-Line. Buyers must also choose between front-wheel drive (FWD) and 4Motion all-wheel drive (AWD), and four-cylinder or six-cylinder engines. Our test car was a six-cylinder SEL Premium model with 4Motion. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.4L 138 hp I4 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 138 hp @ 4900 rpm | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 24 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.4L 138 hp I4 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque | 148 lb-ft @ 200 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 138 hp @ 4900 rpm | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 24 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.8 cu ft | 40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3237 lbs | 4098 lbs |
Height | 65.3 in | 68.3 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 195.5 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 78.4 in |
Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1018 lbs | 1080 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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