2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Model Review
Spruce up your daily drives when you drive the polished 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. There are plenty of premium amenities available with this two-row crossover SUV, including supple seating materials, optimized technology, and a turbocharged engine. To explore this VW SUV further, read through this review created by the pros at Team Volkswagen in Merrillville, IN. If you’re interested in which features are standard with which Atlas Cross Sport model, you can also check out our trims guide.
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2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport What’s New for 2025?
The 2025 VW Atlas Cross Sport adds an all-new, sporty SEL R-Line Black trim for this model year, which features blacked-out exterior details, 20-inch black aluminum alloy wheels, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and stainless steel pedal caps.
To make your drives more efficient, you’ll find that two features are now standard across the Atlas Cross Sport lineup — a 15-watt wireless charging pad and light assist. The wireless charging pad makes charging your compatible smart device easy. With light assist, you have control over the high beams for your headlights so you can light up the road for improved visibility.
If you’re looking for a luxurious driving experience, consider the top SEL Premium R-Line trim, which this year adds headrest perforation for both the front and second-row seat headrests. Plus, front-seat passengers in the SEL Premium R-Line can now enjoy four-way lumbar support and a spa-like massage experience.
There are also two vivid exterior colors now available with the VW Atlas Cross Sport — Mountain Lake Blue and Avocado Green.
2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Interior Features
Enter the 2025 VW Atlas Cross Sport to find a comfortable cabin and top-notch technology. Front and rear passengers can unwind after a long day with help from the available heated front and rear seats. Plus, front passengers can cool off with available ventilated front seats. Set the mood with the available multi-color adjustable ambient lighting.
Set into the center console is a standard 12-inch infotainment display, plus you’ll find a 10.25-inch VW Digital Cockpit Pro instrument panel in your line of sight. You’ll be able to connect easily to the 12-inch center touchscreen display thanks to standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, which you can also access using a USB if that’s your preference.
Available interior features include:
- Eight-way power-adjustable heated and ventilated front seats with lumbar support and driver’s side memory
- Heated rear outboard seats
- Multi-color adjustable ambient lighting
- Power tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Perforated V-Tex leatherette, leather, or quilted Vienna diamond-pattern leather seat upholstery with headrest perforation
- Stainless steel pedal caps
- Climatronic® dual-zone automatic climate control
- Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror
- Keyless access (KESSY®) for all doors and liftgate
- Remote engine start
Available technology features include:
- Six-speaker sound system or 12-speaker Harman Kardon® premium audio system
- 12-in. center touchscreen display with navigation
- Wireless App-Connect® (Apple CarPlay and Android Auto)
- HD Radio™
- SiriusXM® with 360L capability
- 10.25-in. fully configurable VW Digital Cockpit Pro
- Wireless charging
- Four USB-C ports (45W fast charging)
- 12V outlet in rear of center console and luggage compartment
- 115V AC outlet in second row
2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Dimensions & Seating Capacity
Inside the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, you’ll find plenty of room. You can seat up to five passengers in two rows of seating, or lower the 60/40 split-folding second row fully to utilize up to 77.6 cubic feet of cargo space. Access all this room with help from the available hands-free easy open and close power rear liftgate. Rear-seat passengers will appreciate the ample stretching room — they have up to 40.4 inches of legroom to work with.
Interior dimensions are shown in the accompanying table.
- Passenger Capacity: Five
- Max. Cargo Space: 77.6 cu.-ft.
- Cargo Space Behind Second Row: 40.3 cu.-ft.
- Headroom (Front/Rear): 39.4 / 37.8 in.
- Legroom (Front/Rear): 41.7 / 40.4 in.
2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Engine Specs & Performance
When you opt for a 2025 VW Atlas Cross Sport, you’re gaining access to an energetic turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces up to 269 horsepower. You’ll also find standard features like an eight-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic® paddle shifters, drive mode select, and front-wheel drive (FWD). If you prefer all-wheel drive (AWD) capabilities, turn to the available 4MOTION® AWD system, which becomes standard on the SEL trim and up. No matter which drivetrain you select, you can utilize drive mode select options like eco, comfort, sport, custom, and snow modes, plus 4MOTION AWD adds off-road mode.
Available engine specs are shown in the following table.
- Engine: 2.0L TSI® turbo four-cylinder
- Horsepower: 269 HP
- Torque: 273 lb.-ft.
- Max. MPG (City/Hwy): 20 / 26
- Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs.
- Drivetrain: FWD / 4MOTION AWD
- Transmission: Eight-speed automatic with Tiptronic
2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Driver Assistance Tech
Maintain your confidence no matter the driving situation thanks to the various driver assistance features available on the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The IQ.DRIVE® driver assistance suite is standard and includes features like adaptive cruise control, lane assist, and rear traffic alert. Keep an eye out for potential driving challenges with help from the available area view system, which consists of an overhead view camera.
Available driver assistance and safety features include:
- Area view (overhead view camera)
- Light assist (high beam control for headlights)
- Exit warning system
- Dynamic road sign display
- Front and rear park distance control
- Head-up display
- Parking steering assistant (park assist)
- Rearview camera system
- IQ.DRIVE suite
- Travel assist (semi-automated driving assistance)
- Front assist (forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian monitoring)
- Rear traffic alert
- Adaptive cruise control stop and go
- Lane assist (lane-keeping system)
- Emergency assist (semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency)
2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Trim Options
There are five trim levels available for the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. Each trim offers unique capabilities and stand-out style, so be sure to take a deeper look at every option with our trims comparison.
- SE $37,190*
- SE with Technology $41,295*
- SEL $47,190*
- SEL R-Line Black $49,140*
- SEL Premium R-Line $52,195*
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Model Review
Take on your day behind the wheel of the stylish, versatile, and connected 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. You’ll notice the model looks different both inside and out for the 2024 model year — plus the Atlas Cross Sport includes a new engine under the hood, too. Learn what’s new and what you can expect when you drive this midsize SUV using the following 2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport model review created by the experts at Team Volkswagen.
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What’s New for 2024?
The model refresh for the 2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport takes the already stylish SUV and tailors its comfort, performance, and looks. Inside, the 2024 Atlas Cross Sport now includes a wealth of standard comfort features, including a heated steering wheel and ventilated front seats. You can enjoy a boost in horsepower with the new 2.0L turbocharged engine in the 2024 Atlas Cross Sport, including a boost of 34 horsepower and 15 pound-feet of torque over the outgoing standard four-cylinder engine. Premium driver assistance tech comes standard, too, for your confidence. Outside, a reworked front and newly redesigned wheel options add serious flash and style to your SUV.
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Interior Features
Plush amenities and bountiful technology help create a modern comfort zone inside the 2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport. Sit back and relax with heated and ventilated front seats in every trim. V-Tex leatherette, leather, or Vienna leather adorns the seats. A power-adjustable driver’s seat is standard, with memory functionality and a power front passenger’s seat available.
Among the many standard interior technology features you’ll find to keep you and your family connected, the Atlas Cross Sport includes a 12-inch touchscreen, a digital driver information center on the Digital Cockpit Pro, and a wireless phone charger. Connect your smartphone to the infotainment system either through a USB connection or wirelessly. Enjoy every journey with the soundtracks you love played through an available Harman Kardon® premium audio system.
Other available interior features include:
- Power tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof
- Eight-way power front seats
- 60/40 split-folding rear seat
- Auto-dimming rear view mirror
- Multi-color adjustable ambient lighting
- Heated second-row seats
- Climatronic® dual-zone automatic climate control
- Leatherette-wrapped, multi-function heated steering wheel
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Dimensions & Seating Capacity
The 2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport is a five-seat SUV, but it also includes generous cargo space that helps you use it as a people mover and cargo hauler with equal ease. Fold down the rear seats and create up to 77.6 cubic feet of cargo space or keep the seats up and stow over 40 cubic feet of stuff behind the rear seats. See the interior specs in the accompanying table.
Max. Seating | Five |
Headroom (First/Second Row) | Up to 39.4 / 37.8 in. |
Legroom (First/Second Row) | 41.7 / 40.4 in. |
Cargo Volume (Max./Behind Second Row) | 77.6 / 40.3 cu.-ft. |
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Engine Specs & Performance
A key part of the model refresh for the 2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport is its new turbocharged engine. Now the standard engine makes 269 horsepower and can tow a whopping 5,000 pounds when properly equipped. Enjoy all that power distributed through a smooth eight-speed automatic transmission with the added hands-on appeal of Tiptronic® paddle shifters on the steering wheel. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard and 4MOTION® all-wheel drive (AWD) is available, and a drive mode select system is standard with eco, comfort, custom, snow, and sport modes for all models, plus off-road mode for AWD Cross Sport SUVs.
Engine | 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder |
Horsepower | 269 HP |
Torque | 273 lb.-ft. |
MPG | 20 city / 27 hwy |
Max. Towing | 5,000 lbs. |
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Driver Assistance Tech
The 2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport approach to safety is distinctly tech-based. It all starts with the standard IQ.DRIVE® suite of safety features, including adaptive cruise control, lane assist, and emergency assist. Also standard, exit warning assist helps alert you of oncoming hazards as you’re stepping out of your vehicle. For a better view of your surroundings, consider a model equipped with the panoramic camera view in the area view system. A head-up display is available to help you monitor key information without taking your eyes off the road ahead of you.
Available smart safety and driver assistance features include:
- IQ.DRIVE
- Travel assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- Active blind spot monitor
- Rear traffic alert
- Front assist
- Emergency assist
- Lane assist
- Exit warning system
- Rear view camera system
- Area view
- Park distance control
- Light assist
- Dynamic road sign display
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Trim Options
Five distinct trim options help you find your favorite blend of features in the 2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport. Compare the standard features included with each one with the lists on our VW Atlas Cross Sport trims page.
- 2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport SE — Starting at $36,715 MSRP
- 2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport SE with Technology — Starting at $40,655 MSRP
- 2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport SEL — Starting at $47,435 MSRP
- 2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport SEL R-Line — Starting at $48,885 MSRP
- 2024 VW Atlas Cross Sport SEL Premium R-Line — Starting at $51,445 MSRP
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review | Technology & Features Available
If you choose a 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, you’re choosing a stylish compact SUV with comfortable furnishings. Whether you’re intrigued by the available premium Fender® audio system, two powerful engines, or the hands-free capabilities of the liftgate, there are plenty of features to explore. Learn more about this attractive VW SUV by reading through this review crafted by Team Volkswagen.
Come give the 2023 Atlas Cross Sport a test drive today in Merrillville, IN! First, view our new Atlas Cross Sport inventory, then pair your ideal model with a finance or lease offer. Next, use our online form to schedule a test drive. Have questions? Call us at (219) 947-1581 or message us through our online form.
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Exterior Features
Stand out from the crowd with elegant finishes and convenience features. The available five-door keyless access system (KESSY) makes it easy for you and your family members to enter your vehicle from any entrance, including the liftgate. Bonus, if you’re carrying something heavy, simply activate the hands-free feature on the liftgate to open it. Other 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport exterior features include:
- 18-, 20-, and 21-in. wheels
- Black exterior accents on R-Line Black trim
- Silver roof rails
- Heated washer nozzles
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Dimensions
The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a compact SUV, making it easier to park in tight spaces. The height on this SUV varies depending on which engine you select. Atlas Cross Sport models equipped with the available 3.6L V6 engine are 68.2 inches high, while models equipped with the 2.0L turbo four-cylinder engine reach a maximum height of 67.6 inches.
Length | 195.5 in. |
Width | 78.3 in. |
Height | 67.6 in./68.2 in. |
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Interior Design
Rejuvenate after a long day of work with the plush accommodations in the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The panoramic sunroof allows your family members to catch a glimpse of an oddly shaped cloud or an airplane. Control your infotainment via either the standard 6.5-inch infotainment touchscreen or available 8-inch infotainment touchscreen. Other 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport interior and exterior features include:
Interior:
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated rear outboard seats
- Memory settings for driver’s seat
- Eight-way power front seats
Technology:
- Available wireless App-Connect
- Fender® premium audio system
- Available 10.25-in. VW Digital Cockpit Pro
- Wireless charging
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Engine Options & Towing Capacity
There are two dynamic engines to choose from when you select a 2023 VW Atlas Cross Sport. And you’ll find standard front-wheel drive (FWD) and available 4MOTION® all-wheel drive (AWD). If you plan to tow, the 3.6L V6 engine will probably suit you better, as it boasts a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds. Learn more by reading through the accompanying 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport engines chart.
Engine | 2.0L four-cylinder | 3.6L V6 |
Horsepower | 235 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 258 lb.-ft. | 266 lb.-ft. |
MPG (city/hwy) | 21/25 | 20/24 |
Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs. | 5,000 lbs. |
Transmission | Eight-speed Tiptronic® automatic | Eight-speed Tiptronic® automatic |
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Accessories
Whether you’re looking for accessories that will make outdoor activities easier or you just want a boost entering your Atlas Cross Sport, there are available 2023 VW Atlas Cross Sport accessories for you to peruse.
- Aluminum side steps
- Baby-viewing mirror
- Bike or kayak holder attachment
- Enhanced rear view mirror with Homelink Connect® capability
- Mats with Atlas logo
- Security console safe by Tuffy® security products
- Splash guards
- Universal tablet holder
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Configurations
Choose from a range of five unique 2023 VW Atlas Cross Sport trim packages by reviewing the following list, then navigating to our 2023 Atlas Cross Sport trims guide for a more nuanced list of features.
- 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SE - Starting at $33,910 MSRP
- 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SE with Technology - Starting at $38,080 MSRP
- 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SEL - Starting at $43,680 MSRP
- 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SEL R-Line Black- Starting at $45,630 MSRP
- 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SEL Premium R-Line - Starting at $51,075 MSRP
2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport For Sale | Near Highland, IN
Ready to get behind the wheel of the new Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport? Head over to the Team Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport inventory and use our online form to schedule a test drive. Then, reach out to our VW dealership in Merrillville, IN, through our online form or by giving us a call at (219) 947-1581 if you have any questions.
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