2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport: Which is Better?

2022 Volkswagen Atlas vs. 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
2023 Volkswagen Atlas

vs.

2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
$34,600 MSRP*

Starting Price

$33,910 MSRP*
7

Seating Capacity

5
Midsize SUV

Vehicle Class

Compact SUV
EPA-estimated 23 MPG

Fuel Economy (Combined)

EPA-estimated 23 MPG
235-hp 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder

Standard Engine

235-hp 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder
96.8 cubic feet

Max Cargo Volume

77.8 cubic feet

Can’t decide between the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas or 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport for your next Ventura commuter? You’ll find that the VW Atlas is a midsize SUV that offers larger cargo space and seating for up to seven. The smaller and sleeker Atlas Cross Sport is a compact SUV that offers less cargo space and only has seating for up to five. Both models run on the same engine and share many of the same interior features.

 

 

These Volkswagen SUVs offer tremendous value, however, which one is right for you? Compare the 2022 Atlas Cross Sport vs. Atlas with the experts at Ventura Volkswagen below! Then, visit our dealership near Oxnard for a test drive today!

2022 Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport: Dimensions

If you’re shopping for an SUV, your biggest concern is most likely how much room you can expect to work with. As mentioned above, the VW Atlas has a third row, a longer frame, and more than 20 cubic feet more cargo space than the VW Atlas Cross Sport for sale. However, you should take a look at the dimensions of the 2022 Atlas Cross Sport vs. Atlas to see which model has the right size for you:

2023 Volkswagen Atlas Dimensions

  • Cargo Volume to Row 1 – 96.8 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume to Row 2 – 55.5 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume to Seat 3 – 20.6 cubic feet
  • Overall Length – 200.7 inches

2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Dimensions

  • Cargo Volume to Row 1 – 77.8 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume to Row 2 – 40.3 cubic feet
  • Overall Length – 195.5 inches

2023 Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport: Performance Specs

The performance specs for the VW Atlas and VW Atlas Cross Sport for sale are identical. This is because both entry-level models share the same engine, along with similar drivetrain options and towing specs. If you’re sizing up the 2023 Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport, there’s no need to worry about which has more power. Both models have the same engine underneath the hood:

2.0L Turbo 4-Cylinder Engine

  • 235 hp
  • 258 lb-ft of Torque
  • Towing Capacity of 2,000 Pounds (Maximum Towing Capacity of 5,000 Pounds with Available Trailer Hitch)
  • FWD (Available 4MOTION® Drivetrain)

Compare the New VW Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport In Person!

Despite the 2023 VW Atlas offering significantly more interior space, you can still expect powerful performance specs from both of these stellar Volkswagen SUVs. Ready to begin financing your very own Volkswagen Atlas or Cross Sport? Then contact us at Ventura Volkswagen to get the purchasing process started today!

 

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