2026 Volkswagen Atlas Model Review | Fort Wayne, IN
The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas is defined by refinement, generous space, and intuitive technology. It’s an elegant mid-size SUV, and inside, you’ll find three rows of roomy seating for up to seven passengers. Continue exploring the 2026 VW Atlas with this thoughtful review crafted by the team at Vorderman Volkswagen.
To take a look at the features standard with each Atlas model, be sure to also review our trims comparison.
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2026 Volkswagen Atlas Interior Design & Cargo Space
The interior of the 2026 VW Atlas is filled with impressive amenities and cavernous space. The Atlas is standard with all-season comfort features like heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and Climatronic® three-zone automatic climate control. Your outboard second-row passengers will appreciate the heated backrests accessible to them on higher-level Atlas trims. Bring nature’s light and warmth into the cabin with help from the available power tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof.
With the flexible space inside the 2026 VW Atlas, you can rest assured that your passengers and their gear can all travel in style. With both rear rows fully upright, there’s up to 20.6 cubic feet behind the third row. If you fully lower the third row with its 50/50 split, you can further increase your cargo capacity to 55.5 cubic feet behind the second row. To make room for large moving boxes or camping equipment, fully lower the 60/40 split-folding second row to take advantage of a maximum 96.6 cubic feet of cargo space.
Available interior features include:
- Perforated V-Tex leatherette, leather, or perforated Vienna leather seat upholstery
- Heated and ventilated power front seats with adjustable four-way lumbar support and massage functionality
- Ten-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with memory feature and adjustable lumbar support
- Eight-way power-adjustable front passenger’s seat
- Heated second-row outboard seats
- 60/40 split folding second row with third-row easy entry
- 50/50-split folding third row
- Perforated head restraints
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel with Tiptronic® paddle shifters
- Stainless steel pedal caps and footrest
- Power tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof
- Multi-color adjustable ambient lighting
- Remote engine start
- Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror
- Climatronic three-zone automatic climate control
2026 Volkswagen Atlas Engine Specs
The lively performance of the 2026 VW Atlas is due to its standard 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which produces up to 269 horsepower. The Atlas is standard with front-wheel drive (FWD). The 4MOTION® all-wheel drive (AWD) system is available across the lineup, becoming standard on the Peak Edition™ and higher-level trims.
When your VW Atlas is equipped with FWD, you have access to five settings in drive mode select — eco, comfort, sport, custom, and snow. An extra off-road mode is added with 4MOTION AWD. Drive mode select is accessible through the infotainment system.
When it comes to towing with the VW Atlas, you can handle a light trailer with confidence. Most Atlas trims, except the base model, are equipped with a trailer hitch that allows you to tow up to 5,000 pounds with a braked trailer. With the base SE trim, you can purchase an aftermarket hitch that allows you a towing capacity of up to 2,000 pounds with a braked trailer.
VW Atlas engine specs are shown in the accompanying table.
- Engine: 2.0L turbo four-cylinder
- Horsepower: 269 HP
- Torque: 273 lb.-ft.
- MPG (City/Hwy): 20 / 27
- Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs.
- Drivetrain: FWD / 4MOTION AWD
- Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
2026 Volkswagen Atlas Safety & Technology Options
The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas is offered with an array of driver assistance and safety systems designed to enhance your awareness of your surroundings. A variety of IQ.DRIVE® suite features are standard, including adaptive cruise control, lane assist, and a blind spot monitor called active side assist. Plus, you’ll appreciate the standard semi-autonomous driving assistance system called travel assist, which is designed to provide some relief during highway drives. When it comes to executing a successful parking job, the available front and rear park distance control is ready to assist. With the available overhead view camera called area view, you can keep an eye on the vehicles around you so you can make informed decisions about your drive.
When it comes to infotainment technology, there’s plenty to enjoy about the 2026 VW Atlas. A vivid, horizontal 12-inch infotainment display is standard and centered in the dashboard. When you look behind the steering wheel, you’ll find a standard 10.25-inch multi-color and fully configurable Digital Cockpit Pro that showcases gauges and alerts. The Atlas is designed for a cord-free existence and comes standard with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, as well as a wireless charging pad. To keep the whole family’s devices charged, turn to the six USB-C ports throughout the cabin, each of which offers 45-watt charging capabilities.
Available driver assistance and safety features include:
- Light assist (high beam control for headlights)
- Rearview camera system
- Exit warning system
- Front and rear park distance control
- Head-up display
- Dynamic road sign display
- Area view (overhead view camera)
- IQ.DRIVE
- Travel assist (semi-automated driving assistance)
- Front assist (forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian monitoring)
- Active side assist (blind spot monitor)
- Rear traffic alert
- Adaptive cruise control stop and go
- Lane assist (lane keeping system)
- Emergency assist (semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency)
Available technology features include:
- Six-speaker audio system or 12-speaker Harman Kardon® premium audio system with center speaker
- 12-in. infotainment touchscreen
- Wireless App-Connect® (Apple CarPlay and Android Auto)
- Bluetooth®
- SiriusXM® with 360L capability
- HD Radio™
- 10.25-in. fully configurable Digital Cockpit Pro
- Six USB-C ports (45W fast charging)
- Wireless charging pad
2026 Volkswagen Atlas Color Options Available
- Mountain Lake Blue Metallic
- Silver Mist Metallic
- Deep Black Pearl
- Opal White
- Avocado Green Metallic
- Pure Gray
2026 Volkswagen Atlas Trim Levels
- SE $40,785*
- SE with Technology $45,205*
- Peak Edition™ $49,535*
- SEL $51,095*
- SEL Premium R-Line $56,105*
2024 Volkswagen Atlas | Color Options & Cargo Space
The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is a muscular three-row SUV with ample room within. This family-friendly VW SUV can tow up to 5,000 pounds, offers a host of advanced driver assistance features, and can link your smartphone directly to the infotainment system wirelessly. For more details, read through this 2024 VW Atlas review curated by the Vorderman VW team. Also, check out our VW Atlas trims guide for a look at the features available and their corresponding models.
Intrigued? Head over to our new VW Atlas inventory, pick out your favorite, and schedule a test drive at our Fort Wayne, IN, dealership. If you have any questions, you can reach us by phone at (260) 489-7900 or through our contact form. If you need help finding your way here, check out our hours and directions page.
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Interior Design & Cargo Space
Generous cargo and passenger room awaits you in the seven-passenger 2024 Volkswagen Atlas. Behind the front row with all seats lowered, take advantage of up to 96.8 cubic feet of cargo space, more than enough room for a new bed frame. With only the third row lowered, you have access to up to 55.5 cubic feet, and 20.6 cubic feet with both rows of rear seats up. Depending on the model you select, choose from luxurious seating materials like perforated V-Tex leatherette or perforated Vienna leather seating surfaces. Other available 2024 VW Atlas interior features include:
- Eight-way power-adjustable front seats with lumbar support and driver’s side memory
- Climatronic® three-zone automatic climate control
- Heated first- and second-row outboard seats
- Heated, leather-wrapped sport steering wheel with Tiptronic (paddle shifters)
- Multi-color adjustable ambient lighting
- Pedals in brushed stainless steel
- Ventilated front seats
- Keyless access (KESSY®) for all doors & liftgate
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Engine Specs
The 2024 VW Atlas is powered by an energetic 2.0L TSI® four-cylinder engine. Across the whole lineup, this engine is paired with a smooth-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission. Depending on your driving style, you may prefer the front-wheel drive (FWD) or 4MOTION® all-wheel drive (AWD) system with active control and driving mode selection. View 2024 VW Atlas engine specs in the accompanying table.
Engine | 2.0L TSI four-cylinder |
Horsepower | 269 HP |
Torque | 273 lb.-ft. |
MPG (city / hwy) | 20 / 27 |
Max. Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs. |
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Safety & Technology Options
Protect your loved ones and keep them entertained easily in the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas. The rear view camera system with area view lets you back up with a confidence boost. Select your favorite apps with a simple touch when you use the 12-inch infotainment touchscreen. The head-up display delivers key vehicle information at your eye level so you can stay focused on the road. Have a family singalong with the available Harman Kardon® premium audio system. Other available 2024 VW Atlas driver assist and infotainment technology features include:
Driver Assist:
- Park distance control with maneuver braking
- Light assist
- Dynamic road sign display
- Exit warning system
- IQ.DRIVE®
- Travel assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- Active blind spot monitor
- Rear traffic alert
- Front assist
- Emergency assist
- Lane assist
Infotainment:
- 10.25- in. VW Digital Cockpit Pro
- App-Connect® (Wireless Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™)
- Discover Pro 12-in. touchscreen navigation
- AM/FM radio
- HD Radio™
- Wireless charging
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Color Options Available
- Platinum Gray Metallic
- Silver Mist Metallic
- Deep Black Pearl
- Pure White
- Aurora Red Metallic
- Opal White
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Trim Levels
- 2024 Volkswagen Atlas SE - Starting at $37,725 MSRP
- 2024 Volkswagen Atlas SE with Technology - Starting at $41,665 MSRP
- 2024 Volkswagen Atlas SEL - Starting at $48,445 MSRP
- 2024 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line - Starting at $52,455 MSRP
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Review | Interior, Colors, & Technology at Vorderman VW
Refined confidence may best describe the exterior look and feel of the three-row 2023 Volkswagen Atlas SUV. Once inside, ample interior space delivers roomy comfort and versatility for all your family sojourns and shopping trips.
Explore the 2023 VW Atlas at Vorderman Volkswagen in Fort Wayne, IN, and experience it firsthand by taking one from our inventory for a test drive. Browse through our Volkswagen Atlas inventory to locate a trim that interests you and stop by our dealership or schedule a test drive appointment by calling us at (260) 489-7900 or sending us a text or chat. View our hours of operation and directions to plan your visit.
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Interior & Exterior Design
The three-row 2023 VW Atlas mid-size SUV comfortably seats up to seven passengers and provides ample room for the things you want or need to take with you. On the inside, enjoy the visual lift ambient lighting brings to the cabin environment. At night, stay focused on the road ahead while your front seat companion occupies themselves with a spine-tingling true crime novel thanks to the front reading lights.
Other interior features you’ll find:
- Power tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof
- Heated, leather-wrapped, multifunction steering wheel
- Leatherette, V-Tex leatherette, or leather seating surfaces
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Eight-way power front seats with lumbar support
- Driver’s seat memory settings
- Four-way manually adjustable passenger’s seat
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
Distinguished styling details on the 2023 Atlas include chrome details for elevated appeal. If you enjoy a sportier aesthetic, take a look at the R-Line Black trim with its exterior elements like black rims, black wheels, and black roof rails.
Exterior features you’ll find on the 2023 VW Atlas include:
- Rain-sensing, variable intermittent front wipers
- Silver or black roof rails
- 18-, 20-, or 21-in. alloy wheels with all-season tires
- Automatic LED headlights, tail lights, and daytime running lights
- Adaptive front lighting system with dynamic cornering lights
- Headlight reflection-reducing, poor weather lights
- Hands-free, easy-open remote power rear liftgate
- Power-folding, heated, power adjustable side mirrors with position memory and passenger-side, auto-tilt function
- Trailer hitch
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Engines & Specs
Two powertrains are on offer with the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas ― a capable and responsive turbocharged four-cylinder and a potent V6. Both engines pair with an eight-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic® technology that lets you select gears for added control, and front-wheel drive or 4MOTION® all-wheel drive (AWD) with active control and driving mode selection. This advanced AWD system aids you when you encounter snowy Indiana roads or if you head off pavement during adventurous weekend getaways.
Engine | 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder | 3.6L V6 |
Horsepower | 235 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 258 lb.-ft. | 266 lb.-ft. |
Fuel Economy (MPG) | 21 city/25 hwy | 18 city/24 hwy |
Max. Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs. | 5,000 lbs. |
Trim Availability | Standard on SE, SE with Technology, and SEL | Standard on SEL R-Line Black and SEL Premium R-Line |
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Safety & Technology
Enjoy added peace of mind when you’re behind the wheel of the new Atlas SUV, thanks to driver assistance features that monitor your vehicle, alert you when necessary, and support your actions to stay in control. IQ.DRIVE is a suite of advanced technologies that come with the 2023 VW Atlas, including:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Active blind spot monitor
- Front assist
- Emergency assist
- Rear traffic alert
- Lane assist
- Travel assist
Other safety tech you’ll find, depending on the trim level you choose, includes park assist with park distance control, a three- or five-door automatic locking and starting system, dynamic roadside display, and a rear view camera system with an overhead view camera.
Once you’re on the road, do you enjoy listening to your favorite music playlist? Podcasts? Sports games? Or do you spend the time catching up with friends, family, or work colleagues?
The 2023 VW Atlas features a range of entertainment and connectivity tech to keep you engaged, immersed, and connected when you’re away from home.
Begin benefitting from the remote start system that starts your engine and warms your vehicle up on cold winter days before you enter it. Other features include:
- Customizable, high-resolution VW Digital Cockpit or VW Digital Cockpit Plus
- Navigation
- Seven USB ports located throughout the cabin
- Bluetooth® technology with audio streaming
- AM/FM radio with USB port or a Fender® premium audio system with center speaker and subwoofer
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (trial subscription)
- HD Radio™
- App-Connect® smartphone integration via USB or wireless and USB
- Wireless charging
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Trim Levels
- 2023 Volkswagen Atlas SE ― starting at $34,600 MSRP
- 2023 Volkswagen Atlas SE with Technology ― starting at $38,770 MSRP
- 2023 Volkswagen Atlas SEL ― starting at $44,390 MSRP
- 2023 Volkswagen Atlas SEL R-Line Black ― starting at $48,090 MSRP
- 2023 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line ― starting at $51,790 MSRP
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Colors
- Aurora Red Metallic
- Platinum Gray Metallic
- Pyrite Silver Metallic
- Tourmaline Blue Metallic
- Deep Black Pearl
- Opal White Pearl
- Pure White
2026 Volkswagen Atlas For Sale in Fort Wayne, IN
To fully immerse yourself in the new Volkswagen Atlas, find it today at Vorderman Volkswagen in Fort Wayne, IN. Browse our inventory, and arrange a test drive with a member of our team. Any questions you have can be directed to us through our online form or by phone at (260) 489-7900.
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