Dodge Journey vs Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Overview | |
Years produced2009-2020 | Years produced2020-Present |
MSRP$19,995 | MSRP$38,300 |
Listings2440 | Listings9798 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryThere’s plenty to like about a 2014 Dodge Journey, from its low pricetag and practical interior to its powerful V6 engine and good crash-test ratings. Perhaps more than anything else, the available Uconnect 8.4 touchscreen infotainment system makes the Journey especially appealing. But there’s no denying that for each of the Journey’s positive attributes there’s a negative, which means it's time for Dodge to execute a full redesign of this crossover SUV. | |
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 | |
Engine2.4L 173 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower173 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City19 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 173 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque166 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower173 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.7 cu ft | Cargo Space40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3796 lbs | Curb Weight4165 lbs |
Height66.6 in | Height68.1 in |
Length192.4 in | Length195.6 in |
Width83.7 in | Width88.5 in |
Wheelbase113.8 in | Wheelbase117.3 in |
Maximum Payload1209 lbs | Maximum Payload1102 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2009-2020 | 2020-Present |
MSRP | $19,995 | $38,300 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | There’s plenty to like about a 2014 Dodge Journey, from its low pricetag and practical interior to its powerful V6 engine and good crash-test ratings. Perhaps more than anything else, the available Uconnect 8.4 touchscreen infotainment system makes the Journey especially appealing. But there’s no denying that for each of the Journey’s positive attributes there’s a negative, which means it's time for Dodge to execute a full redesign of this crossover SUV. | 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 | 2.4L 173 hp I4 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 173 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 19 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 173 hp I4 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque | 166 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 173 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.7 cu ft | 40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3796 lbs | 4165 lbs |
Height | 66.6 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 192.4 in | 195.6 in |
Width | 83.7 in | 88.5 in |
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1209 lbs | 1102 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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