Is the 2020 VW Atlas Cross Sport a better SUV than the Grand Cherokee?
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- Опубліковано 4 лип 2024
- The ALL NEW Atlas Cross Sport is here to give you maximum interior space, and better looks for the midsize SUV segment. VW took a page right from Honda's playbook and removed the third row of the Atlas. Under the hood of the this Atlas Cross Sport SEL is a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 that is producing 235HP & mated to an 8-speed automatic. Its exterior has been tweaked since there is no third row. On the inside you will find a ton of cargo space and many nice finishes. Is the 2020 VW Atlas Cross Sport the BETTER midsize SUV than a Honda Passport?
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"Nice warm cream in your mouth" 💀💀💀💀
Pause Joe😂
Lmao
Out of pocket bro LOLLLLL
@@RaitisRides still here
Yes
I finished
Joe’s subtle sexual innuendo inserts are hilarious. Don’t think we don’t notice Raiti.
*It’s a Urus that went to community college.* 😂
To just have it compared to a quarter million vehicle must be nice
It's the poor man's Audi SQ8, which is the poor man's Audi RSQ8, which is the poor man's Lamborghini Urus.
The Q8 looks more like the Urus.
@Whats Up? Because I still have 2 years to get a license, I'm 16.5 years old.
@Whats Up? nah in my country we can't get a car before 18 years
11:02 "If you are done playing with your balls..." Joe you are a legend.
Please! He was talking about soft balls. This is a family chanel....Joe would never. ...lol
Joe, I bust out laughing every time you review interior storage space of any car and drop how many Twinkie’s, Snickers, Three Musketeers, or Tacos it can hold! It never gets old - keep it up!
Thanks for letting me share the laughs with you!
nice warm cream in your mouth.. heated up twinkies on the dash.... hilarious....
@@RaitisRides LOL That's your thing and I love it!
"That's a zonk, I don't even have to look at it" 😂😂😂😂😂 Never change Joe.
I work at VW Chattanooga and make the Passat and CrossSport/Atlas, We're proud to make great American made German automobiles for the people!!
Appreciate the subtle shout out to us folks here in Michigan. 🙂 👍
I LOVE This, Joe. You are AWESOME.
I'm gonna finally BUY one of these This YEAR.
Thanks My Friend.
only Raiti can upload multiple videos in a day!! kudos to Raiti!!
I love the body line, it gives the car it's appearance and the front grill is a spot on the money
Great Test Joe. Your enthusiasm is contagious. Unfortunately there is no Atlas in Germany, For This Price I would also buy this one. Joi kepp it up!
This video was very informative! Thank you for being very detailed on this vehicle
I like the way you cover everything about the car.
Had the G cherokee for years, needed a change. Just got this exact. Cross sport. Great review. Head turner for sure. Audi feel esp on interior. So many compliments. Absolutely live it. 4 cyl could be better on EPA. But iwont cry over the $2 I could save. Love it!
Love the VW Atlas! Great review, thanks for sharing!
I’m so glad that you liked this one!
Gas mileage kinda pathetic for a 4 cylinder. The Tahoe V8 gets similar gas mileage in a heavier vehicle. How's that happen???
I totally agree with you!
@@RaitisRides I even thought that was number for v6
As a VW owner...mileage is always horrible on VW SUVS
I just got a 2021 Pure Gray and have the 21 in rims and all chrome blacked out .. very stunning vehicle
Omg joe i dont know how the food references haven't gotten old but they slay me everytime.🤣🤣🤣
Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!
Joe..I was waiting for this one..thank you..👏👏👏👏
I’m so glad that I can bring it to you!
I'm looking to get a 2023, so I've been on UA-cam just looking as much information that I can, but I would like to say your the most entertaining car review person, when I do get it I will take your advice, I will always have a 12 inch sub stored in the side pocket, then I'll keep a nice brownie on the dash so the sun can keep it warm for my sweets after the sub, and I might just see if I can fit a coffee maker in the center large cup holder to keep me going, then I might just see if a full size soccer ball will fit in the arm rest storage, if not a smaller size soccer ball just so I can keep in shape after all the goodies. Thank you for the review.
My dream SUV from VW! Nice review Joe.
Howdy Joe! I went in one of these at the Chicago auto show on a test track and I’m impressed!
Hey Dale! That is so cool! Fingers crossed the Chicago Auto Show happens next year!
Raiti's Rides yes!
You should bring some Twinkies along with you to test the storage cubbies.
That’s a good idea!
I get the munchies just hearing about them. I certainly don't need to see them.
It’s like a lifted sedan, a hatch, and a coupe all together!!!
And a little super size.
Yeah, I especially dislike these coupe-SUV designs. They are ugly as sin!
Test drove that same color and trim! Love it. It’s a behemoth lol GOOD REVIEW
13:48 that zonk made me wake up my girlfriend from laughing so hard
I would love to see you do another video on a SEL R-line V6 model. I am actually looking to buy a car in the next year and this is one I am considering. LIttle disappointed in the cheapish looking interior but overall it's pretty nice. I wonder how the wind buffeting is with the windows down and the roof open. Great review and thanks for the info.
Love your reviews since I am looking at possibly changing my car soon to a bigger one. And I’ve always been curious about Volkswagen for cars. I’m a Nissan and Toyota girl so I like keeping my options open for other brands.
Yah ! I bought a vw and since then I have had 4 more so vw gets kind of addicting ..I think for most people ..
Thought you were going to slip up and disclose that location at some point Ha ha ha,Vws have a huge market in South Africa.Golfs are very popular down there.The side profile of this cross over looks to me somewhat like a Cherokee.A few zonks here and there but overall i think the vehicle will give others a fair competition.It looked pretty fast to me although i wouldn't mind test driving the v6.Well done Vw! And thanks for another great review.
What are your thoughts on the in-line 4 cylinder turbo over the lifetime of the car? I feel like because of the weight it will get exhausted over time
Hey Joe! Nice review! I test drove the Mazda CX-5 yesterday. I LOVED it...but not too sure about the rear room. This Atlas Cross Sport looks real nice. I got to test drive it. How's the reliability with VW?
I love the outside looks. It reminds me of the Audi Q8. I really like the virtual cockpit on some of the new VW’s (not the new Passat). VW and Mercedes Benz make the best leatherette, however, I find the sport seats more comfortable on VW’s compared to their standard seats (like on the video). I used to have a VW, and the one thing I miss the most about it, is the Climatronic HVAC. It’s also used in Bentleys (with nicer touches, of course). The panoramic sunroof is ample and it doesn’t make the headliner complicated. I just hate how they haven’t even tried hard on the faux exhaust. That’s a big zonk for me too. The hard plastics inside the new VW’s feel very cheap, especially on the rear passenger doors. My VW emblems kept peeling off very easily, so it’s a great idea that they embedded it with the silver trim on the exterior.
The cup holder is a great place to put a cup of some guacamole in one hole and some tortilla chips in the other. Perfect size for 1 or 2 servings
Thanks Joe for reviewing this. Can you please review the 2021 Atlas Cross Sport? I’m interested to see how it compares to the refreshed 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Nice looking car! I would definitely consider this one.
How have I never heard of this? And I'm a pretty big VW fan.
What makes the entire ATLAS line good is the styling, while not contemporary, is staionary. In other words, it will remain fresh 10 years later. Bo crazy design. Just efficiency, logic and ergonomics.
I love how this atlas cross sport looks... but its gotta be grand cherokee all day for me. get me that 5.7L Hemi with a real 4wd system
Problem there crash test is horrendous... Those Jeep Grand Cherookee fold like cheap alumunium cans...
Nice looking vehicle...love the zonk of the day wasnt feeling dual non exhaust
Really nice looking and that color is spot on! I'd like to own this but I need something that's a little more exciting to drive. You seemed a little underwhelmed by the driving experience.
great job sir
I really love the review, great job and I love The Whole car. It is wonderful and very well thought out. I think 42,000 is a little pricey but other than that I love everything else 👍
I agree and what's even worse is the top of line R-line is $51k+ ...but was able to get that car in the video (2.0T AWD SEL in Pure Grey) for $38,500 plus tax tags and 4 year of maintenance with 0% financing 72mo and 4 mo deferred...
Joe! You gave yourself up when you demonstrated the navigation system. Undisclosed no more!
Damn! Lol
I'm in the market for a midsized suv and am that individual that doesn't need a 3rd row. I just test drove this same model yesterday and agree with everything you said. Mine had the V6 I think that extra oomph made all the difference. I learned that the leather in the SEL is actually leatherette and the Premium has leather and ventilated seats. I also wish there was electric lowering seats with a button in the back, so there's my zonk. I can see why not to have manual releases or straps behind the seats as many would have a hard time reaching with the huge cargo space. I definitely preferred this over the Passport. That vehicle while great for off road, the inside felt dated to me and I don't really care for the gear selector in push button...I prefer the shifter. I have yet to test drive a Grand Cherokee. Would love and appreciate some recommendations though!😊
Side-note, I'm actually surprised with Kia releasing he Telluride as a 3 row that they didn't remove the 3rd from the Sorento. Guess they figure people can just leave the 3rd row down. I was contemplating getting a CX9 and doing this (still on my short list). With Mazda I wish they would hurry up with re-releasing the CX-7.
I shall disclose all locations by checking the GPS of every review car. The truth will be found.
The truth will set you free! Lol
Heyy joe let's get on throttle!!💨💨💨
Oh yeah!
nice suv.nothing really fancy.kind of mini van styling.and room.the R line the one to get.spices it up a bit.
I just bought the 2020 ACS SEL 2.0T AWD Pure Grey and I love it! Good looks smooth ride and super roomy! Just hated that I traded in my 2018 Golf R to get it...one fail about the ACS that I don't quite understand...why are all the lights on the car LED with the exception of the front turn signals?! Utter fail.
I love the design other than the "tailpipes." A sport version with an Audi turbo v6 would be killer
I think those empty space pockets and massive space in the engine compartment in this quite cool design screams “I wanna have me a V8.” Maybe a slightly more extreme version in the future going along with every other brands muscular SUV entries?? Those empty ports would be perfect for a couple nice polished exhaust tips. 👍🏻😎👍🏻
Joe, I can't get the new Escalade out of my mind, you must do a test drive of it.
At, $42,000, I Like, I Like, did I mention, I Like!! Even the color!
Even comes ready to deliver with a, "Pure Michigan", plate!
What more could I ask for!
Quite an impressive vehicle. You should do the comparison, with the V6.
Would like to see it have paddle shifters, to keep up with the times.
May have to test this one soon!
Thanks Joe, for bringing this one to the table! 🏁🏁
P.S. ... Victor works, for Food?
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I guess I’ll send you one! Yes he does!
@@RaitisRides My oldest Daughter, and her husband are big fans of the VW brand!
Maaaaaan these look really, really cool!!! 👍🏼👍🏼 The frontend is very bold and brash but in a kinda elegant way. Thank you VW for the functional air curtain up front and no fake vents there👍🏼❤ Yes it's a chopped Atlas, but I think it was done way better than how Honda chopped the Pilot. That fake exhaust trim neeeeeeeds to gooooooooo though. Please. That's two zonks for me Joe. I'd definitely go with the V6 option. That four banger is lost in the engine bay😬😬😬🤔🤔😂😂😂😂🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️ Just a few tweaks here and there and this would be even better!!! The passion you pour into these reviews is second to none Joe!!! Never ever change man!!! Shout out to Crown Vic working at camera!!! #OnThrottle #LoadItUpWithTwinkies #VeeDubz #WheresOurTouareg #UndisclosedLocation
I totally agree with you!
I like that nickname for Victor!
Bold and brash? More like belongs in the trash!
The V6 is almost the same size as the 2.0T in the engine bay lol
I've been waiting for this one to come out. I'm still looking for a comparable to my Grand Cherokee Overland. I'll have to haul hubs out to test drive this.
Any thoughts on the Bronco? He really wants me to get it but I'm still hesitant on the f word.
@@gl9500 lol oh Jeep has burned this 20 year bridge. Just waiting for the 2021 Bronco Sport and the Santa Fe. We've decided on the Bronco unless it rides rough. I'd love the Big bronco but it will be too tall for me to get in and out of.
@@gl9500 Congratulations!
TFL clocked the VR6 engine at 8.4 0-60.My wife has the three-row full size with the VR6 and it sounds great but too slow for my taste. It has been a really good vehicle though and if you need more room than that, buy a van or a bus. I’d go with the 2.0 and get an APR stage one tune 🤪
Love the Cross Sport. There is a little lag off the line due to the emission savings. All this car needs is an APR tune for $700 and it will be safely outputting ~320hp/350tq on 93 gas.
Now we are talking!
@@gl9500 The EA888 is artificially limited due to emission standards in the US. A simple flash let's it get back to it's actual proper operating power, which is around 320hp
@@gl9500 It will. If you go APR+ they match the factory warranty.
Not all horns sound the same, and some match the vehicle more than others. I wanted to ask you if you could incorporate a Horn test into your review. I heard the horn in the Atlas Cross Sports is fairly weak compared to its size.
That is such a very good point!
The horn does NOT match the vehicle,I just purchased this same SUV and you’d swear I lead in a really small car
Yes, review the 6 cylinder!🙂
I spent a couple months reviewing different midsized SUV's. What sold me in the end was the crash tests. Hard to justify putting your life behind the wheel of a vehicle where the passenger door just abut comes off and the dummy almost falls out. So, I choose the 2019 VW Atlas SEL P.
Now, to be fair, I do own a 09 Liberty. I've owned a 04 (leased) and 02, which I sold when I got the VW. But my 09 is not your cookie cutter KK. It's got 33inch tires, 3 inch lift, full skids, customer front steel bumper w/winch. Rocksliders and rails and a Class III hitch just to name a few items that makes it what it is. It's a Jeep, not a VW and my VW is not a Jeep. My Atlas is my 4th VW. My first VW was a 81 Jetta, then a 84 Jetta. 2013 Passat TDi now the Atlas. As much as I like my VW, when SHTF and I want to make sure I get through it, I'll take the Jeep. For trips and such, the VW. You will always find one brand can outshine another brand if you look.
Is the power button of the infotainment upside down!??
That Chrysler was probably looking at you when you stomped on it.😂😂
Imagine the bewildered look on your passenger when you show her (her for me:) around the cabin and tell her the cubby's got enough space for your balls with a straight face.. hah dude cracks me up, i'm starting to watch his vids for entertainment (and to learn English lol)
This guy is hilarious! Great reviewer too.
One of the best suvs
Dude what calf work out routine do you do lol
How's your Sunday been Joe? Still not a fan of the back end's sloping window though.
It's going well!
@@RaitisRides Sweet
Super J ~ I'm number 61 oh yeah am I the greatest or what? everyone said - or what hahaha. VW > I'm digging the lines on this SUV, it's clean & sharp looking, the engine bay is kinda deep hahaha. liking the vivid back up cam & high res. dash. interior looks good & tight - too bad no vent. seats though. (sad face) holy crap the rear space is like a cave & I like the mat treatment they put on the floor of it. I concur > get it with the V6 & vent. seats & BAMM ya have success - the ergonomics seem great as well as fit & finish & ride quality. seems like an SUV that's easy to get good at driving - like you said it's intuitive. the V6 more than likely gives that torque response ya desire & lil more pick up off the line & probably just as nice to drive. GREAT REPORT - tony
I was about to say "Where are the USB ports?!" until I found out that they're directly below. XD
Ask and you shall receive.
@@RaitisRides XD
Mopar Tom 😎👍🏻
Palisade and telluride have nicer interiors
“When you’re done playing with your balls...”😂
Don't get me wrong, the Atlas Cross Sport is a great vehicle, but the Grand Cherokee is still RWD-based, offers an optional V8 (and even the GC's standard V6 has more power than the Atlas's optional V6), and the Grand Cherokee offers air suspension and advanced off-road controls that make it a true "Off-Roader" vs. the Atlas. I'm a Grand Cherokee owner, but like both, but without that bias, I'd still pick the Grand Cherokee.
The v6 from jeep goes from 0-60 in 8.4 seconds!!!
@@hhvxsueus9771 Yeah mine's got the 3.6L V6, and it is pretty quick. I had a 4.7L V8 in my old Grand Cherokee, and the 3.6L V6 in my current one is MUCH quicker.
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you are correct... the jeep is the audi q8 version of the atlas cross in a sense(powertrain/suspension/awd..) Price - the jeep goes all the way to $70+k. Depending on what you care for.... dictates the value. My wife drives this cross, she likes the looks better doesn't care for offroad, it was cheaper compared to jeep(same options) and extended warranty 10yrs/150k bumper to bumper(jeep has 7yrs max)...made more sense for us
Lol that engine is lost in there. There is so much left over space they can almost add a frunk. lol
Hey my brother checking in
What’s up man?
I’d pick the Passport or the Grand Cherokee over this to stay away from a 4 cylinder turbo and a VW. Keep up the good work but stay safe Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
I am right there with you!
The Jeep has one of the worst reliability ratings on the planet, and the Honda has issues with its cylinder deactivation, thus the extremely low sales of this model. Pretty comparable.
Jeremy Someone but this Grand cherokee is super old Mercedes platform. I don’t think the gRand Cherokee has any known major problems
t-bone uh yes transmissions
Check crash test on Grand Cherokee. No thanks.
Is it the VW "Audi Q8"?
On throttle 🔥🔥💪🏿👍🏿
Heck yeah!
I'm kinda liking these VW Atlas suv ...
I don’t like the wheels wish they were more sporty lol
Yeah they need to work on that!
You keep those for the winter. Get yourself some nice 22's and you're good to go.
I think Honda started the pinwheel trend. There surely has to be some perverse logic to it!
I don’t find that they look bad. I know there are optional 21’s available. Maybe Joe will review an optioned out Cross Sport in the future.
@@kingfarticusreturns6371 they did. Every automaker is doing it now. I wish they can make their own unique rims
the sound system sounds like a radio from 5 and below
Thanks for sharing that insight!
"Nice warm cream in your mouth" Really 🤦🏿♂️
What color is that may I ask?
Pure Gray
13:54 LMAO
I like the looks of this Cross Sport, but it needs about 300-320hp to truly be "sporty". How about VW perhaps dropping the previous Audi Q7's supercharged motor (perhaps slighty de-tuned) into this Cross Sport?
You should have a zonk rating.
What’s happening Joe? How many Twinkies fit into the Atlas?
Hey there! A whole pallet for sure.
Raiti's Rides sounds about right! Thank You Joe
It does compete against the Grand Cherokee but I see it more similar to the Passport or the Ford Edge. I do like the look of it, but Honda's reliable V6 and excellend AWD is just much better. But that's not to say that the interior of VW is not better. Like the nice and clean layout.
This Cross Sport is a sleeper. If I had a ding on it, parts are expensive. It's a great lease vehicle but not for long term ownership.
I like it but the price
VW not bad if you would had ventilated seats and a better cupholder in the back you would’ve hit a homerun for now you got a double.
Owns a 2012 Touraeg. 80K miles no issue whatsoever....Atlas is nice but not to Touraeg level yet
My dude the engine for that size and weight sounds kind of a Zonk to me. Almost the same as the Tiguan with 55 more pony’s
4 cylinder turbo I’ll pass will take a 6 banger all day on my grand Jeep Cherokee altitude 2020 4X2
Go VW, not the fastest cars but still fun to drive and they’re very well made.
This guy cracks me bald when he says he doesn't even think he could rest a Twinkie on the fake exhaust outlets
Do you think these are more reliable than the Jeep?
YES
No. Read the reviews on the Atlas. There are numerous complaints regarding the reliability, lack of parts, and cost of repairs. Not that Jeep is anything great regarding reliability. I’ve owned a Jeep GC in the passed. Don’t get me wrong, I have a VW Passat so I’m not anti VW. But after reading reviews on the Atlas reliability it really turned me off. Not sure I’d trust either vehicle as being very reliable.
23 mpg on the highway? That’s pretty bad no?
Yes. The answer is yes.
I feel like it already looks dated even though it’s brand new. Looks like a $30,000 car not $42,000 in my opinion. Great review Joe!