2026 Volkswagen Atlas Engine
The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas is paired with a powerful turbocharged engine that keeps your daily drives going right. It’s available with two drivetrains, and you can comfortably tow a light trailer with it. For more details, continue reading this 2026 VW Atlas engine guide put together by the professionals at Team Volkswagen.
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The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas starts at $40,785 MSRP.
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2026 Volkswagen Atlas Engine
When you opt for a 2026 Volkswagen Atlas, you’ll get a standard 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which produces up to 269 horsepower. The Atlas is also standard with front-wheel drive (FWD), though 4MOTION® all-wheel drive (AWD) is available and becomes standard on higher-level trims. Most Atlas trims are standard with a trailer hitch that allows you to tow up to 5,000 pounds with a braked trailer. If you want to tow with the base Atlas SE trim, it can be equipped with an aftermarket hitch, which allows it to tow up to 2,000 pounds.
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
- Max. Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs.
- Drivetrain: FWD / 4MOTION AWD
- Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
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For more information, you can take a deep dive into the other research resources that the experts at Team Volkswagen have put together. Our VW Atlas review gives a wide view of the interior features, technology systems, and exterior colors. To compare Atlas models and see which has your must-have features, turn to our trim levels comparison. Take a look at the interior colors and dimensions with help from our interior guide. If you’re thinking of upgrading your Atlas beyond its standard equipment, you can check out our accessories guide.
2025 Volkswagen Atlas Engine
The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas engine is an energetically turbocharged four-cylinder powertrain built for taking on your daily excursions. It produces up to 269 horsepower and has a capable light-duty towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds. For more details on this mid-size SUV, continue reading this 2025 VW Atlas engine guide created by the experts at Team Volkswagen in Merrillville, IN.
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The 2025 VW Atlas has a starting MSRP of $38,200.
2025 Volkswagen Atlas Engine
The 2.0L TSI® turbo four-cylinder engine included with the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas is fine-tuned to handle your highway driving with confidence. It can be built with front-wheel drive (FWD) or 4MOTION® all-wheel drive (AWD), depending on your preferred driving style. If you opt for 4MOTION AWD, you’ll find that it’s designed to reduce traction losses by activating before wheelspin starts. When being driven with a low load or during cruising, the front wheels are used while the rear wheels are decoupled. The rear wheels can be re-engaged when needed using the center differential.
You’ll also appreciate the various settings with the drive mode select system — FWD models offer eco, comfort, sport, custom, and snow modes, while 4MOTION AWD adds an off-road mode.
Most Atlas models are standard with a trailer hitch and can tow up to 5,000 pounds with a braked trailer. The base SE trim can tow up to 2,000 pounds with an aftermarket trailer hitch.
Engine specs are shown in the accompanying table.
Engine | 2.0L TSI® turbo four-cylinder |
Horsepower | 269 HP |
Torque | 273 lb.-ft. |
Max. MPG (City/Hwy) | 20 / 26 |
Max. Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs. |
Drivetrain | FWD / 4MOTION AWD |
Transmission | Eight-speed automatic with Tiptronic® |
Learn More About the VW Atlas
Want to explore the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas SUV further? The VW experts at Team Volkswagen have put together additional research resources to help you make an informed decision. For additional details on tech systems, interior features, and more, turn to our Atlas review. If you want to see which features are standard on which model, you can check out our trims comparison. To explore the interior and its furnishings, have a look at our interior guide.
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Engine Specs
The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas bursts onto the scene with an all-new turbocharged engine that offers improved performance over its predecessors. You can achieve up to 269 horsepower with the new VW Atlas engine and tow a light trailer with confidence. For more detailed specifications, read through this 2024 VW Atlas engine guide crafted by the pros at Team Volkswagen. You can also check out our review, trims comparison, and interior overview, which give a more nuanced view of this SUV as a whole.
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The 2024 VW Atlas starts at $37,995 MSRP.
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Engine Performance
Get in and marvel at the power you can feel when you ignite the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas engine. This new 2.0L TSI® four-cylinder engine really takes performance further with 269 horsepower, 273 pound-feet of torque, and an eight-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic®. You can pair your VW Atlas with front-wheel drive (FWD) or 4MOTION® all-wheel drive (AWD) with active control. View VW Atlas engine specs in the accompanying table.
Engine | 2.0L TSI four-cylinder |
Horsepower | 269 HP |
Torque | 273 lb.-ft. |
Max. MPG (FWD) | 20 city / 27 hwy |
Max. MPG (AWD) | 19 city / 26 hwy |
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Towing
Looking to tow lightweight trailers? The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is capable of towing up to 5,000 pounds when you have a braked trailer hitched up. Speaking of trailer hitches, VW Atlas SE with Technology models and higher trims all come standard with a trailer hitch, while the base model SE can be equipped with an aftermarket hitch capable of towing up to 2,000 pounds. How much weight can be inside your Atlas while you’re towing? If you have a VW Atlas with FWD, your payload capacity is 1,091 pounds, while a VW Atlas paired with 4MOTION AWD has a 1,135-pound payload. Towing and payload specs are broken down in the accompanying table for your reference.
Engine | 2.0L TSI four-cylinder | |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4MOTION AWD |
Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs. | 5,000 lbs. |
Payload Capacity | 1,091 lbs. | 1,135 lbs. |
2024 Volkswagen Atlas Model Drivetrain Availability
Which 2024 VW Atlas models come with which drivetrain? The VW Atlas SE and SE with Technology are both offered with either FWD or 4MOTION AWD. Meanwhile, the VW Atlas Peak Edition SE with Technology, SEL, Peak Edition SEL, and SEL Premium R-Line are exclusive with 4MOTION AWD.
2024 Volkswagen Atlas for Sale
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2023 Volkswagen Atlas Towing Capacity & Engine Options
The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas is an energetic SUV with two engine options available. Whether you’re searching for a turbocharged engine or a more powerful alternative, you’ll find what you need in the Atlas. The Atlas is also great for towing light trailers. To learn more about the VW Atlas towing capacity and engine capabilities, read through this Atlas engines guide crafted by the professionals at Team Volkswagen.
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2023 VW Atlas Engine Options
Handle most driving experiences with ease thanks to the two 2023 VW Atlas engines — 2.0L turbo I4 and 3.6L V6, which can both be paired with 4MOTION® all-wheel drive (AWD) with active control. Both engines also come with an eight-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic®. Tiptronic mode allows you to shift manually as needed.
2.0L Turbo Eight-Speed Automatic
The standard 2.0L turbo four-cylinder engine can power through your daily drive with 235 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. EPA-estimated MPG ratings are 21 city and 25 highway MPG.
3.6L V6 Eight-Speed Automatic
The 3.6L V6 engine is available on higher Atlas trim levels and can achieve up to 276 horsepower, 266 pound-feet of torque, and EPA-estimated 18 city and 24 highway MPG. This is the engine to choose if you’re searching for the maximum VW Atlas towing capacity.
2023 VW Atlas Towing Capacity
If you’re looking to tow a light trailer, both 2023 VW Atlas engines are more than capable. The 2.0L four-cylinder engine can tow up to 2,000 pounds, while the 3.6L V6 engine has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds.
Engine & Trim Availability
So which 2023 VW Atlas engine can be paired with which trim? We have provided a quick list to break it down for you.
2.0L turbo I4 engine
- SE
- SE with Technology
- SEL
3.6L V6 engine
- SE with Technology
- SEL
- SEL R-Line Black
- SEL Premium R-Line
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2026 Volkswagen Atlas For Sale
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