2023 Ford Explorer vs 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
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MSRP$36,760 | MSRP$36,985 |
Listings610 | Listings156 |
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Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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2023 Ford Explorer Reviews Summary | |
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Reviews SummaryVolkswagen'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 | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
MPG City21 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.2 cu ft | Cargo Space40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight4345 lbs | Curb Weight4173 lbs |
Height69.9 in | Height68.1 in |
Length198.8 in | Length195.6 in |
Width89.3 in | Width88.5 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase117.3 in |
Maximum Payload1425 lbs | Maximum Payload1091 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
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MSRP | $36,760 | $36,985 |
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Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | |
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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 | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
MPG City | 21 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.2 cu ft | 40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4345 lbs | 4173 lbs |
Height | 69.9 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 195.6 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 88.5 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | 1091 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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