Chevrolet Trailblazer vs Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Overview | |
MSRP$23,100 | MSRP$36,985 |
Listings504 | Listings248 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryVerdict: The Chevrolet Trailblazer checks all of the necessary boxes for performance, efficiency, price, and capability. It also manages to exceed expectations for passenger space, cargo capacity, style, and ease of use. | |
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 | |
Engine1.2L 137 hp I3 | Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City29 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 | Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.3 cu ft | Cargo Space40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3029 lbs | Curb Weight4173 lbs |
Height64.2 in | Height68.1 in |
Length174.0 in | Length195.6 in |
Width71.2 in | Width88.5 in |
Wheelbase103.9 in | Wheelbase117.3 in |
Maximum Payload1160 lbs | Maximum Payload1091 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $23,100 | $36,985 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Verdict: The Chevrolet Trailblazer checks all of the necessary boxes for performance, efficiency, price, and capability. It also manages to exceed expectations for passenger space, cargo capacity, style, and ease of use. | 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 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
MPG City | 29 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.2L 137 hp I3 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.3 cu ft | 40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3029 lbs | 4173 lbs |
Height | 64.2 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 195.6 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 88.5 in |
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1160 lbs | 1091 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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