2018 Volkswagen Atlas Review - Bigger than my Highlander
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- While other manufacturers have had a 3 row SUV for a long time, VW is just getting into the game with their New Atlas. This SUV is BIG. With tons of utility and features like a tilt/sliding second row for 3rd row access without removing a baby car seat, the Atlas should be a solid family performer in the years to come.
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Wow! My wife and I have twin boys that just turned 1. We have been researching 3 row suv's for quite sometime now. This presentation was literally made for my family. Mr. Chow is blessed with a beautiful family that reminds me alot of mine. The double stroller storage along with middle safety seat chairs being able to move forward is what really sells it for us. We have one of the best designed double strollers at the moment so now its time to compliment it with a well designed 3 row suv. Volkswagen needs to send Mr. Chow a nice commission check. We are ready to buy!!
I love the size of this thing and the ease of getting in to the third row is a huge benefit for this Volkswagen product.
For sure. The Atlas is HUGE!
Thanks for the demo with the car seat. Our family bought an Atlas as it fits three car seats in the middle row and don’t have to take them out to get into the back row. It is useful compared to others in its class for getting on the back with a car seat in place.
I love how the wife yawns while he's talking.
We love our 2019 VW Atlas SE w/tech, V6 and 4 motion. Nice review!
Thanks everything I wanted to see picking up new atlas this week
Always enjoy watching your reviews, Thank you sir.
Thanks for the comment and the support.
Getting in the rear seats when child seat in and more room for storage when third seat up Big winner for Atlas vs Toyota
Thank you for the trunk comparison. Gotta fit a stroller with all the seats seatable.
I've never owned a VW but have fallen in love with this vehicle I also like the redesigned Tiguan. But this car is masculine and classy looking but VWs reliability, maintenance cost and resale are really killing my courage to ditch Japanese automobiles. I owned an 04 Audi A4 several years ago and just replacing 1 wiper blade cost $80.
If only that 3.0L TDI can survive then this vehicle will be perfect for me, diesel motor make so much sense for SUV of this size.
Clarence Wang agree.
did you say Diesel ? this is a VW, lets not go there please.
exactly the TDi would have been great in this. But hurt people made it impossible for them to do a TDi anytime soon.
Wife yawn was perfect timing, happened right when you're talking HP Torque. mine would yawn too!
RE: Maximum Cargo space available? Do the 2nd and 3rd row seats fold flat? Can you slide in a 4' x 8' plywood sheet flat on the floor with the 2nd & 3rd row seats folded? I need a passenge-&--cargo vehicle combo.
Need this for family car
Atlas has a better look than Highlander is the same older design but the maintenance and parts and resale i think Toyota is a better option
Lol @ little jump seats, 👍🏾👊🏾✌🏾🇳🇬🇺🇸 thx for the review, this is my next car
276bhp seems unreasonably low for a 3.6 V6! Great video Brian
How are the driving Dynamics of the Atlas vs the Highlander V6 (non hybrid) ? Can the reviewer or someone who has experienced both share ??
Buying a 3 row suv by the end of the year and my choices have been narrowed down to the VW Atlas SEL Premium and the Toyota Highland Limited Platinum. Among my main desires are a QUIET CABIN and a SMOOTH COMFORTABLE RIDE. Based off those two qualities, which would you choose? Thanks!
+Adam Simon Such a hard choice. I have the Highlander Hybrid and love the hybrid system. Perfect combo would be the Atlas in a hybrid or of course if it had the diesel which will never happen. The room and the folding /tilting second row blows away the Highlander. I think it'll come down to how
Much room so you want. If you want big, go Atlas.
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Great review with a Professional camera work 👍
saher sesostris For Real, I was blown away by his presentation.
Wish it had an 8 cylinder, I would purchase one immediately.
If you spend more behind traffic lights, aka, city driving, highlander hybrid is the way to go. Period. forget how big this vehicle is. You can just putt he third row down. How often do you need to use them? Even in this video, he has no use of that third row seat with 2 kids. Toyota highlander hybrid takes it here.
+Raylor I agree but it depends on the stage of where your family is. I'm sure when my kids get to the age where I'll be hauling them and their friends around, third row room could really factor in.
At that point, though, a minivan would be the more practical choice. The cargo space in a minivan with the third row up puts any 3-row CUV/SUV to shame.
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can you give us the fuel economy numbers in freedom measurments?
just google it bro!
Running great
So what do you guys think? Should I get the Highlander 2017 Hybrid or Atlas?
Your wife looks thrilled. (She tried to hide that yawn. Not quite well enough though. lol!)
+Gweeper64 Yeah she gave me hell for leaving that shot in there. Haha. Didn't even notice it 😁
Engine specs always bores the ladies, lol
This whole vehicle puts yawn on my face.
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Great review! I’ve got the SEL Premium.
Maikeli7: Motovlogger Since 2007 what did you trade up from? Also how is the power our family is in need of a 7 passenger suv and we do not want the regular go to SUVS as a new car like to be different ?? Anyway I’m weary about the fit and finish also the horsepower is lower than our now 2014 Edge Limited AWD.. rated at 285 HP I️ already feel as if our Edge needs more torque.. the Atlas makes a little more torque I️ believe .. how has it been for you?
aayonce4 I traded from a 2015 Jetta Sportwagen TDI. The power of the Atlas is not as torquey as the TDI, but it is sufficient, especially in sport mode. I’ve put 1000 miles on it now and still love it. 😊
Good review..nice family. I think this is the best car in it's class by far.
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I'm trying to decide whether to get a highlander or an atlas right now. So you said you own a highlander. Are you going to trade it for an atlas? If so, please tell us why and if not, what is keeping you content with the highlander? Overall, the atlas seems like the better vehicle but a comparably equipped highlander is a little more affordable so I'm having a tough time making a decision. Thanks.
I am not going to trade in the Highlander for anything anytime soon. It still is a great vehicle. The Atlas has better utility with the size. The cargo area, the third row and the tilting second row is hands down better than the Highlander. As is the AWD system is way more advanced on the Atlas. The big thing that the Highlander has overt the Atlas is the availability of the Hybrid powertrain which is what I have. Just the amount of fuel saved in the last 4 years not from driving but from just sitting parked when the kids are sleeping in the car and you end up sitting there for an hour with either the heat or AC on. Now that I think of it, if I didn't want the Hybrid system, I'd probably go for the Atlas. Atlas also has a fully heated steering wheel and Apple CarPlay/Android auto as well which the Highlander doesn't have.
Craig Palenshus
I own a VW Atlas trend line with vr6 awd. I am extremely pleased with the driving dynamics cargo space very smooth quiet ride and even the fuel economy. I drive mostly highway miles and the best I have achieved was 8.4 liters per 100km or 27.5 mpg, (manually figured for best accuracy), while driving mostly in economy mode and coasting well in advance of stop signs and traffic lights. The start stop system is very seamless just like the silky smooth transmission, and it is NOT annoying whatsoever! It can be disabled with the push of a button but I have never disabled it since it saves you fuel. If you want better performance you need to get 18 inch wheels and not the 20 inch, I have 18 inch that is why the fuel economy is also better. I have found that using the tiptronic manual shift gives you the best 0-60 performance and is very satisfying. For whatever reason when you are using all the other automatic modes it is not as peppy but still more than sufficient. By adding the $900.00 (canadian) convenience package you get;
. Alarm system
· Aux input
· Cargo cover
· 8.0” touchscreen with proximity sensor, CD Player, 8 speakers, voice control, and 1 SD slot
· Heated front seats and washer nozzles
· SiriusXM Satelite Radio
It also has sensors which detect excess rain that will automatically switch to high speed mode such as when a big rig drives past with a drenching deluge, I find this feature very convenient and safer than having to turn up the wiper speed manually. You can also manually change the steering wheel stiffness from sport to normal, I personally like it stiff.
PIlot is better. Don't ever buy a first generation car. There are bound to be issues down the line.
hershp Your entitled to your opinion, however, the Atlas has had no serious issues as of yet and the engine is said to be bulletproof and the transmission is Japanese. I have more than 5000 km and have had literally zero issues!
Mike S it's great that you are happy with it. I'm just making a general comment regardless of brand. In my opinion, it is not worth to buy a first generation vehicle. Time and time out I've seen first generation vehicles eventually end up getting some sort of issues down the line. It does not have to be engne related.
Would you recommend VW Atlas over Toyota Highlander...or even consider 2019 Kia Sorento? Thank you.
I Ramen For Life I would consider an Atlas over the Highlander for sure. It has more utility, if you have kids in child seats, the second row slide and tilt feature is invaluable for 3 rd row access. If you want to have a hybrid option though, you’re going to have to stick to the Highlander. Those would be my 2 picks.
Thanks for a great review and I am really appreciated, but it is a tough decision for me cause I like Toyota Highlander with Toyota safety sense standard, reliability and I can only afford up to $38k price range. Right now, there is local Toyota dealer has an offer XLE model for $38,779 and VW dealer has Atlas SE model for $38k.
Damn that's nice. I got a 2017 Toyota Highlander that I love but maybe I should have looked at this the only thing is that VW messed up with their lies about fuel economy in the past so they have a bit of work to earn that trust
How reliable is the Atlas vs the Highlander?
Hard to say since it's so new. I'm happy with my Highlander but if I had to do it again, I might go with the Atlas. The second row is a winner for me, especially with car seats. So much more space than almost anything in its class. Truly a utility vehicle.
Everyday Reviews If we are talking space. Then maybe a better comparison would be the Honda Pilot vs the VW Atlas. What are your thoughts?
Honestly I want the teramont
Very good
Sure is nice. Would love to own it.
I heard the third row seats only have 2 seat belts is this correct?
yes, correct.
I'd rather have vw keep selling the touareg here in the state's. I've got an 05 v8 and was honestly hoping to get a couple more years out of it and then trade it in on a new one. Now we vw fans have nothing left that even looks German built. I guess there's the gti but it doesn't suit my needs. No more CC, and no more touareg, what's next?
wow. that's huge. our mdx barely fits in the garage and this is longer than that... no wonder i always see them because they can only be parked outside lol
Not that much it is just under 2 inches more in length.
are you sure? i parked next to one and without exact measurements it looks to be almost a foot longer... we have a 2010 mdx.
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Highlander maybe smaller, but will undoubtedly be more dependable than the Atlas.
The engine is seriously weak. Test drove one the other day, plus the drivers armrest is low as is center console. Other than that, its spacious and easy to access third row.
I completely disagree with the engine being weak on the V6 model anyway. I purchased the Atlas SE VR6 with technology and specifically tested it getting onto the freeway. Both my wife and I disagree with the number of reviewers saying this engine is weak. There is a lack of sensation of speed due to the vehicles size and also the lack of engine noise in the interior. The lack of power sentiment is a case of perception versus reality in my opinion. The intended market for this vehicle isn't interested in a sub 5 second 0-60 time. Is this vehicle more than adequate for merging on the freeway and doing your daily business. The answer is a resounding yes.
How much be pay you
So not big. But I'm old and recall large vehicles
It’s big but not old Subarban big 😀
Reasonable price 52k?
It's base is 29k
Yo Dude the most expensive one I think is $49k
They have the Audi Q7 so that first statement is erroneous
Atlas execline v6 great family SUV
Toyota highlander no
Wanted to let you know that when I saw the pic on the add I thought it was an AMC GREMLIN. what a backwards step in design. Fail.
I never really understood why do people buy SUVs and Minivans with little to no "trunk space" like oh I can fit nine people , but only a half a shopping bag worth of stuff
Atlas? NO! Bring back the Touareg!!!
Love the Touareg.
Highlander is very small, it is like the sorento.
Lol u know where it say "Big Big Big" in the thumbnail? I thought it say "Big Bitch" lol srry I know this is an ad but I just had to put that out there
“Really like no other Volkswagen....”? LMAO; it looks like my Golf on steroids and the interior is familiar too! 🤔
The faux exhaust and console stitching says it all.
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Rented one the v6 is sluggish
After 2 minutes I have seen enough. Who needs such a big unnecessary road tank? Why not buy a cube van and get it over with.
THIS VEHICLE IS STILL UGLY AS IT GETS . TOO BAD IT HAS NO FUTURISTIC MODERN STYLE AND ITS SUCKED RIGHT OUT TO BOOT . JUST GIMME A 4X4 PICKUP ALREADY INSTEAD OF THIS CRAP GARBAGE
I'M JUST BEING HONEST . EVEN THE RIMS ARE REALLY UGLY TOO
Looks like a Ford Explorer, other then the ugly colour
This is undoubtedly the ugliest new car on the road.
Steve Neill Beauty is vain. Reliability and funtionality is much more important. This is where the Atlas flexes its muscles, (which are much bigger than yours btw)🤣 I have had plenty of compliments on my VW Atlas.
Mike S Sure.
your wife is really hot lol
such a cheap comment dude !!
...In this case the word Atlas conjures up the word...UGLEE...;-),,,,,,,,