2020 Toyota Highlander vs VW Atlas | How do these two compare?
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- Опубліковано 5 жов 2024
- Highlander or Atlas? In this video I compare the 2020 Toyota Highlander to the current VW Atlas.
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The 2021 Atlas has not been released so at the moment we have the current Atlas. In terms of prices, the Atlas is the least expensive out of the two. In terms of engine options, the Highlander offers a V6 and a hybrid engine, standard. The Atlas offers a V6 and 4 cylinder turbocharged engine. Both offers front wheel drive and all wheel drive systems equipped with automatic transmissions.
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Once the 2021 Atlas comes in the dealership, I will compare it to the Highlander.
Sam CarLegion excited for that. Great video again.
Thank you
You contradict yourself at 4:30 by saying first before hand that both vehicles have the kick sensor, then change it at 4:30 to say the Highlander doesn't have it but it does have feature where you stand it behind the lit gate and it auto opens. This is not true this is not a feature 2020. The kick sensor is in the 2020 XLE, Limited and Platinum models.
75% Highlander owners will buy Highlander again is the highest owner satisfaction. We have 2 Highlanders and they are superbly good.
My favorite watch :)
Just got an Atlas and I'm not disappointed at all. But, the highlander ain't bad either.
Atlas! I just love how it looks boxy and stylish.
Sam if you continue like this, you will be the king of comparisons! I am impressed. Thanks for all the hard work.
I have a 2010 Highlander till this date Never have a Problem
arthurone1 I have a 2008 with 191,000 miles with no problems. Change oil with synthetic every 6k miles. Ours were built in Japan, not sure about the new ones if there are as good.
@@frankbiz I have a 07 Camry same do u have any oil burning issue
@@issavibez394 Hello Issa, I now have 199,800 miles and I'm up for a oil change. I might use 1/2 quart at the most between oil changes. But I have been using synthetic oil after 35,000 miles. Now I use high mileage synthetic oil which have conditioners, seal swells, antioxidants, detergents and wear & friction additives to help older engines.
Same with my 2009. I had a Scion with over 250k and it was a beast.
To all those talking shit about the VW if you keep up with their maintenance and don't treat them like crap they will last, any car for that matter will last. I've owned many brands and have always kept up with them and never had any issues with them yall just like to talk just to talk. Don't go pass your services and don't drive your cars like you don't give a shit and any car will last.
Toyota Highlander 💪
Man, you bring so many good comparisons, these are some interesting comparisons with great information for new buyers.
Toyota spoiled the look of the Highlander
I prefer the boxy look of the Atlas because it reminds me of a traditional suv.
Fair enough
love toyota. I own a 4runner for 19 year, as a 4runner lover I go with the atlas boxy look
TEAM ATLAS! Too many Highlanders out there plus the atlas design is gorgeous
nonsense, the VW atlas is one of the ugliest vw out there, volkswagen should have brought the touareg to the Us, the touareg is way better, plus in europe it comes with a v6 or v8 turbo diesel or gas engine
Each to their own. I just purchased the atlas and I love it
There’s TOO many Highlanders out there because it’s a very popular and relatively reliable suv....resale value is very high when compared to the Atlas or a majority of the VW lineup. However I do like how the new 2020 Atlas Cross Sport looks...masculine!
@@carholic-sz3qv the volkswagen looks obnoxious
I just picked up 2022. I love it! the style and comfort is there.
Atlas all the way. The interior isn’t all fancy like in the highlander but honestly it’s simple and clean. The center display is massive and ridiculously placed in the highlander. Legroom is the real benefit to the Atlas. It has an actual usable 3rd row for adults. Child seats don’t have to come out to fold the seats to allow said adult into 3rd row. Most importantly it doesn’t look like a minivan.
Looking like a minivan isn't an insult though, they have great styling nowadays, especially with the Pacfica, Sedona (most notably the 2021 variant) and now the 2021 sienna.
That Atlas is a thing of beauty
Thank you for the interesting comparison. Could you please also tell a bit more about how they compare in terms of ride quality, particularly soaking up bumps and dips in the road? Which one would be a preferred choice for more relaxed family cruising?
Thank you, if you skip to 12 minutes i talk about the ride quality.
If it were me, I would look at a Honda Pilot- they are absolutely amazing! Great visibility, styling cues are great, especially on the Black Edition, and the room is great!
Hi Sam, did you experienced a whistling noise on the Highlander on speeds over 45 mph? I have a brands new 2021 Platinum that is currently being fixed at the dealership to this issue.
Other than that, that Highlander rides beautifully.
Good comparisons , I’m shopping now
The Toyota Highlander all the way. VW could only dream of making something comparable.
Honestly on this one... the Atlas wins hands down for just one simple reason for me. I’ve owned Asian cars for a long time. Had the Hyundai Santa Fe before I bought the atlas. If you enjoy a solid ride and not feeling like your going down the highway in a soda can the simply buy the Atlas. You and your family will enjoy SPACE AND A SOLID RIDE. You may get a couple extra bells on the Asian ride but the Germans have nailed the ride! Hands down buy the Atlas just for this reason. 😊 you will be glad! Oh also you won’t feel like you’re trying to stuff your entire family into a sardine can that feels claustrophobic! You get plenty of space in the atlas, and that’s worth thousands on a long trip if you know what I mean. Also... just look at the Atlas next to the Toyota. The Toyota looks like a miniature car next to the Atlas. 😊
The Highlander has almost 300 hp and the Highlander will last 20 years as opposed to a Volkswagen which will break down in 7 years if your lucky! This is a no brainer hands-down Highlander wins by far!
If it breaks down, blame Toyota in part. The VR6 has an aisin transmission and the non turbo inline VR6. How did you determine that it will not last more than 7 years? My 13 Jetta TDI is 9 years old with 200,000 miles. Still running trouble free. Plenty of MK5s still going around.
Joe mariconadas It doesn’t take a mechanic to realize that German cars break down between 5 to 7 years. IT IS COMMON SENSE🤮
@@anthonylarocco6763 Said who? Someone who regurgitates, or someone who has examples. Did some fuck up after 5 years? Sure. So did certain Toyotas. My 13 Jetta TDI is almost 9 years old with 200,000 miles and still runs trouble free. Is that common sense too? Plenty of older VWs out there. So, they last longer than 5 years.
Just sold my 2004 Touareg for $2500 with 187,000 miles on it, still runs like a top! 2022 Atlas blows the highlander away, Fender Audio System, solid German engineering and feel. Tons more room.
Prefer the Atlas for the space. Third row is actually comfortable for a grown adult.
The only reason I would get the highlander is because of the reliability. But I would 100% get the Atlas over the highlander because of space, the boxy simple look, the plain interior, and you don’t see it every 10 minutes ( at least in my city you don’t ). Price wise, the highlander is a bit easier. The Atlas SEL Premium is $56,750 in my local dealership.
Previous HL was smoother and this, I think, is too. In my gravel, offroad (without mud) region I would take highlander with 18' wheels only.
If you take the V6 Atlas, it will be as reliable as Highlander
The VR6 should be OK. Its the 4 wouldnt touch. And dont think Toyotas dont have problems. They had some MAJOR fuck ups in the past 5 years. It shows they're just as good and bad as anyone else.
@@bmw803 what about electrical and electronics in atlas other than engine ...heard so many issues
Highlander👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
The fact that the vw get insanely poor gas mileage and reliability, compared to the Highlander... there is no doubt.
I’ve owned a few Volkswagens and my concern with them now is the direct injection and the fact that there is carbon buildup and perhaps the manufacturer is trying to be fuel efficient, however when getting the carbon buildup that is buried deep in the engine is extremely costly to clean. It has to be done manually and I’ve had it done twice. The first it was close to 700 USD and because I had to have the manifold intake replaced at 111k miles, the dealer recommended cleaning the carbon. That cost about 165USD and was cheaper because the car was apart. I’ve not heard of any other brand having this problem. Maybe they do, but I will steer away from a VW. In fact, my next car will be the Highlander.
I think, and some will agree, brand always try to grow and fix their problems so maybe now this is different.
I love my new 2020 Toyota Highlander XLE FWD! It just gets better every day I drive it!!
The Turbo engine of VW Atlas would be prone to carbon buildup just like most other direct injection turbo engines. The V6 engine wont have carbon buildup. It is a tested engine.
@@hesseldijkstra5327 yes sir this is very true. The vr6 is one of vw's best engines and the transmission that the Atlas offer's is also I time tested japanese named Aisin AW F8FXX that can be found in some lexus and toyota vehicles. To me the vr6 and the 8 speed feel greatly matched. Nice shifts and torque offered in every gear and rev.
That's why you NEVER EVER buy a big vehicle like those with a small 4 GDI turbo. Its asking for trouble.
I want to know one thing honestly - which engine is the best and will run perfectly after 500k or 600k km? I only want to know about best reliable engine.
The highlander German are pos
Can you do Honda pilot 2020 and highlander 2020 comparison ...i m searching for this comparison for 2 months and nobody did it.
Soon, it's coming :)
Great video, even better sweater, GO MUNSTER!!!
Awesome
The highlander looks like a Subaru
People have to realize that the Highlander does 0 to 60 and 6.7 seconds. On top of that the Highlander XLe also come standard with leather seats and moon roof and a beautiful interior and sporty exterior. The Highlander can also tow 5000 pounds and is Awd with captains chairs. Also the Highlander is really a Lexus which Makes sense because Toyota owns Lexus. Also the Highlander can seat eight people or seven your preference. The Highlander has close to 300 hp. That 2020 Highlander is very aggressive looking and you can just spend 39,000 for a Xle Highlander.
Who cares how fast they get to 60. Those arent racing cars. Anyone buying those 2 mostly dont give a shit about 0-60 metric. Never understood why this is even discussed. Get a Model S if it matters so much.
Toyota Highlander & Volkswagen Atlas
Prices in Canada is way cheaper than US considering tax and conversion rates...
Atlas is ten times better.!!
VW Atlas for the Win 💪
Very good presentation of those two cars 👍
Thank you
If you are big person on a tight budget, Atlas wins.
2008 highlander hybrid 12 years my babe
Audio needs to sync better to what is happening in the video. :(
Atlas for the price.
This review should be how they hold up after 3 years, 5 years, then 10 years.....Atlas will be junk by 3 years and 1 month.
This segment is geared toward the women buyer so they naturally will flock to the VW; VW doesn't really care if their product is poorer quality.
But I think the 2019 Highlander is a better product than the 2020; first year remodels need a couple years fix/update kinks.
Why do you think the Atlas will be a junk in 3 years? Curious about your reasoning.
I considered the Atlas, opted for the Highlander. Interior materials are superior in the Highlander and reliability of the Altas has been poor.
The 4 cylinder for sure. The VR6 has an Aisin transmission and it's an inline 6. So, there shouldnt be as many problems. That engine has been around for 25 years and has been good.
@@bmw803 what about other electrical and electronics other than engine
Dashboard is ugly in Toyota. Mazda CX9 is best. VW is correct.
Atlas
VW atlas has the Americana look in German tec, real thing, toyota look like one simple yoyota, ATLAS 🌎 winner 🏆
Highlanders 3rd row entry is laughable
Don’t touch the atlas; it’ll fall apart on you. Horrible electrical issues; wiring harness poorly put together.
That screen on the Highlander is an eyesore. Talk about focal point. Gross. But that's subjective
the birds eye view and mirror flip camera are gimmicky
TOYOTA IS RELIABLE VW GERMAN MADE IN MEXICO DO THE MATH PEOPLE TOYOTA HANDS DOWN
Keep regurgitating. TOYOTA has been plagued with major fuck ups in the past few years, so how does that qualify them for being better? Did VW make shiity cars? Yes, but so did Toyota.
Atlas is made in the US lmao
VW ATLAS is good except for Ride Comfort & no hybrid.
All i hear is this guy talking about the atlas 😂
Highlander
atlas performs better on space
You will have way more repairs on a unreliable volkswagen
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No, no they don’t
That new Highlander is uglyyyyyy 😆
Agreed, I own the new one 😂. I purchased it strictly for the reliability.
That new Atlas is uglyyyyyy
Toyota💪🏽
Nku
German engineering is known for its precision, tight tolerances and craftsmanship... Bar None.
What is "tight tolerances"? That it can handle bumps??
Have you owned a German car after 3 years and/or over 50k miles? Only a handful of German car models can be considered top quality; Atlas is definitely not one of them. Sure it looks pretty but if you own that after 3 years, you are either a VW mechanic or a fool.
@@jh9992 I have a 2018 VR6 Atlas, 62K miles. No trouble. I'd however stay away from the 4 cyl TSI. The 6 also has a Toyota ( Aisin ) transmission, so I wouldnt worry about the VR6.
@@bmw803 what about things other than engine
@@akhere07 Doesn't that apply to every car? Obviously, there is more than the engine.
Winner is very clear - - Atlas. I test drove both the 2020 Highlander Platinum and 2020 Atlas SE with Tech. Highlander was sluggish, unimpressive and boring. Plus, looked so ugly when compared to the Atlas. Third row of the highlander was unusable at best. No point in why they even put it there. Atlas was very solid from the moment you step inside. Incredible ride, quiet, roomy and spacious for the entire family. It took me and my wife not more than 5 minutes to go with the Atlas. And, we are a Toyota family. Regardless Atlas won hands down. It was very clear Toyota got bored of making these highlanders for years. They aren't even trying at this point. Good job, VW.
The highlander is not boring the volkswagen will break down in 7 years
You should always go with the longer last
@@swapnasoman7274 what makes you say that the Atlas break down in 7 years?
@@swapnasoman7274 Said who?? You can blame Toyota, because the VR6 has their transmission. I got 200,000 miles on my 2013 Jetta TDI, no problems. Not every Toyota is trouble free. Just like anyone else. They made good and shitty cars.
@@beglight Those people regurgitate shit from the car media world. Toyota had MAJOR fuck ups in the past 5 years.
Duh Toyota better reliability
Based on what? Toyotas had many fuck ups like anyone else. Engines leaking oil, cracked blocks fuel gauges not reading correctly. You're regurgitating what some car media put out.