Ford Expedition vs Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Overview | |
Years produced1997-Present | Years produced2020-Present |
MSRP$57,400 | MSRP$36,985 |
Listings9470 | Listings9649 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe Ford Expedition isn’t for everyone, but for shoppers who need a combination of interior space and powerful towing capability, it’s one of only a few quality options on the current market. All-new for the 2025 model year, the Expedition retains subdued styling on the outside, but its tech-forward interior looks impressively futuristic. The addition of the new-for-2025 Ford Expedition Tremor means that the Expedition is now prepared to travel further off-road than any before. Verdict: The Tremor is undeniably cool, and for such a large vehicle, the Expedition is surprisingly easy to drive in everyday circumstances. With a starting price just shy of $64,000 (or nearly $67K for a Ford Expedition MAX), there’s no disputing that Ford’s selling an expensive vehicle. However, both the Expedition and Expedition MAX offer a ton of standard equipment, and given their capability, both are priced in line with the Chevrolet Tahoe and Chevrolet Suburban. | |
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 | |
Engine3.5L 400 hp V6 | Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive Train4X4 | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower400 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City15 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway22 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 400 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque480 lb-ft @ 3300 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower400 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower |
Drivetrain4X4 | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City15 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway22 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space21.6 cu ft | Cargo Space40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight5668 lbs | Curb Weight4173 lbs |
Height78.0 in | Height68.1 in |
Length209.9 in | Length195.6 in |
Width94.6 in | Width88.5 in |
Wheelbase122.5 in | Wheelbase117.3 in |
Maximum Payload1957 lbs | Maximum Payload1091 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity9200 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity6000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1997-Present | 2020-Present |
MSRP | $57,400 | $36,985 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Ford Expedition isn’t for everyone, but for shoppers who need a combination of interior space and powerful towing capability, it’s one of only a few quality options on the current market. All-new for the 2025 model year, the Expedition retains subdued styling on the outside, but its tech-forward interior looks impressively futuristic. The addition of the new-for-2025 Ford Expedition Tremor means that the Expedition is now prepared to travel further off-road than any before. Verdict: The Tremor is undeniably cool, and for such a large vehicle, the Expedition is surprisingly easy to drive in everyday circumstances. With a starting price just shy of $64,000 (or nearly $67K for a Ford Expedition MAX), there’s no disputing that Ford’s selling an expensive vehicle. However, both the Expedition and Expedition MAX offer a ton of standard equipment, and given their capability, both are priced in line with the Chevrolet Tahoe and Chevrolet Suburban. | 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 | 3.5L 400 hp V6 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive Train | 4X4 | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 400 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
MPG City | 15 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 22 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 400 hp V6 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque | 480 lb-ft @ 3300 rpm | |
Horsepower | 400 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | 4X4 | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 15 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 22 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 21.6 cu ft | 40.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5668 lbs | 4173 lbs |
Height | 78.0 in | 68.1 in |
Length | 209.9 in | 195.6 in |
Width | 94.6 in | 88.5 in |
Wheelbase | 122.5 in | 117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1957 lbs | 1091 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 9200 lbs | 2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 6000 lbs | |
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