Dodge Grand Caravan vs Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Overview | |
Years produced1987-2020 | Years produced2020-Present |
MSRP$27,530 | MSRP$38,300 |
Listings345 | Listings259 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryUnless buyers want a luxury model, the herd of midsize two-row crossovers is thinning as buyers gravitate to three-rows. Like the Mazda CX-70 and the Honda Passport, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a two-row version of a more popular three-row crossover, but its lowered roof and unique tail make it feel like a distinctive, standalone model akin to the Nissan Murano or the Chevrolet Blazer. Last refreshed for the 2024 model year, the Atlas Cross Sport is essentially unchanged for 2026, ahead of the arrival of a redesigned model for 2027. For this review, we grabbed a lower-level front-wheel drive (FWD) SE with Technology model to experience the value equation of this Volkswagen at a palatable price. Verdict: The Atlas Cross Sport is a great value and well made, even if it's not enjoyable to drive. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.6L 283 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower283 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City17 | MPG City |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.6L 283 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine Name |
Torque260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower283 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City17 | MPG City |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space31.1 cu ft | Cargo Space40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight4510 lbs | Curb Weight4165 lbs |
Height69.0 in | Height68.1 in |
Length203.7 in | Length195.6 in |
Width88.5 in | Width88.5 in |
Wheelbase121.2 in | Wheelbase117.3 in |
Maximum Payload1540 lbs | Maximum Payload1102 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1987-2020 | 2020-Present |
MSRP | $27,530 | $38,300 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Unless buyers want a luxury model, the herd of midsize two-row crossovers is thinning as buyers gravitate to three-rows. Like the Mazda CX-70 and the Honda Passport, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a two-row version of a more popular three-row crossover, but its lowered roof and unique tail make it feel like a distinctive, standalone model akin to the Nissan Murano or the Chevrolet Blazer. Last refreshed for the 2024 model year, the Atlas Cross Sport is essentially unchanged for 2026, ahead of the arrival of a redesigned model for 2027. For this review, we grabbed a lower-level front-wheel drive (FWD) SE with Technology model to experience the value equation of this Volkswagen at a palatable price. Verdict: The Atlas Cross Sport is a great value and well made, even if it's not enjoyable to drive. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 283 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 283 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
MPG City | 17 | |
MPG Highway | 25 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.6L 283 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | |
Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | |
Horsepower | 283 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 17 | |
MPG Highway | 25 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 31.1 cu ft | 40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4510 lbs | 4165 lbs |
Height | 69.0 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 203.7 in | 195.6 in |
Width | 88.5 in | 88.5 in |
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1540 lbs | 1102 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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