2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport review
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport highlights
Customer rating
RepairPal reliability rating
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Pros
- Roomy interior
- Athletic driving
- Lots of room for cargo
Cons
- Suspension lacks refinement
- Fuel economy could be better
- Underwhelming interior materials
Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 22 highway, 19 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Athletic, versatile SUV
A spacious and versatile midsize SUV, the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is basically a shortened version of its bigger brother, the three-row Volkswagen Atlas. It can seat up to five people in its two rows, and it can fit lots of cargo in its large and practical storage area. The Atlas Cross Sport is an excellent people and cargo carrier, with plenty of power that you can use for a fulfilling driving experience on the open road. It has a beautiful, comfortable cabin, as well, offering a pleasant ride for passengers in both rows. These are just some of the factors making the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport a great family vehicle as an excellent solution for both the highway and city streets.
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2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport trims
S:
- 235-hp, 258-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Cloth Seats
- Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
- Power Mirrors
- Cruise Control
- Rear Defroster
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Side Airbags
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SE:
- Includes all features available on the S
- 276-hp, 266-lb-ft of torque 3.6L
- Remote Start
- Front Seat Heaters
- Power Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Smart Key
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Satellite Radio Ready
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2.0T SE:
- Includes all features available on the SE
- 2.0L
SE R-Line:
- Includes all features available on the 2.0T SE
- No significant upgrades found on the SE R-Line
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SEL:
- Includes all features available on the SE R-Line
- Sunroofs
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Memory Seats
- Lane Departure Warning
- Automated Cruise Control
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Navigation System
- Tow Hitch
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SEL R-Line:
- Includes all features available on the SEL
- No significant upgrades found on the SEL R-Line
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SEL Premium:
- Includes all features available on the SEL R-Line
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear Seat Heaters
- A/C Seats
- Leather Seats
- Fender Audio
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SEL Premium R-Line:
- Includes all features available on the SEL Premium
- No significant upgrades found on the SEL Premium R-Line
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Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport photos
5 reasons to buy the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
1. Spacious and comfortable interior
The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a two-row midsize SUV with seating for five. It has a roomy cabin, with the second row comfortably accommodating three adults. The front row has 39.4 inches of headroom and 41.6 of legroom, with second-row passengers getting 37.8 inches of headroom and 40.4 inches of legroom. This makes for a spacious interior that’s great for long-distance travel with the family or a group of friends.
2. Ample room for cargo
In addition to the large cabin, the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has plenty of room for cargo, as well. It’s a practical and versatile SUV, with an amazing 40.3 cu-ft of space behind the second row. With the rear seats folded, the cargo capacity increases to an impressive 77.8 cu-ft. It’s an enormous storage area, with enough room to fit several carry-on suitcases and plenty of grocery bags.
3. Strong engine
Not only is the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport utilitarian, but it also offers an exciting driving experience. It has a potent engine under its hood, promising great performance and excellent capabilities overall. It’s powered by a standard 235-hp turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. With such an attractive powertrain, driving the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is fulfilling, to say the least. It has the power to merge onto highways and pass other vehicles with ease, accelerating from zero to 60 mph in 7.5 seconds.
4. Lots of standard features
For a more enjoyable and connected ride experience, there are numerous tech features that the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport comes standard with. For starters, there is a 6.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration. Bluetooth® connectivity is also standard, as well as a six-speaker stereo. For increased comfort, there is the standard dual-zone automatic climate control.
5. Standard driver-assistance technology
The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is also equipped with a couple of advanced driver aids. They are there to help you on the road and allow you to drive more confidently. Forward-collision mitigation is one of those systems, warning you of an imminent collision and applying the brakes if you don’t react after it issues an alert. A blind-spot monitor and rear cross-traffic alert are also standard, helping you avoid potentially tricky traffic scenarios.
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Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport features and specs
SE 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Automated Cruise Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
235
Torque (ft-lbs)
258
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
18.6
Wheelbase
117.3"
Overall length
195.5"
Width
78.4"
Height
67.8"
Leg room
F 41.6"/R 40.4"
Head room
F 39.4"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P255/50TR20
Rear tires
P255/50HR20
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport FAQ
The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- SE: 21 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- SE R-Line: 21 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- SEL Premium: 18 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- SEL R-Line: 21 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- SEL Premium R-Line: 18 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- SEL: 21 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- S: 21 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has a maximum towing capacity of 5000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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