Midsize SUVs are quickly becoming among the most popular types of vehicles in the world. These vehicles are well known for providing drivers with many different safety, style, and performance features. One popular midsize SUV to consider today is the VW Atlas, which has been produced and sold by Volkswagen for the past couple of years. While it is a newer concept compared to other SUVs in the same class, there are many features with the Atlas that will help to make the 2020 model a very successful one for Volkswagen.
Safety Features
A big selling point for the Atlas, which will continue with the 2020 model year, is the great reputation for safety. Some of the standard features that you will get with the Atlas include the forward collision warning, automated emergency brakes, anti-lock brakes, rearview camera, and a variety of different airbags found all over the cabin. Many of these standard features are not include in the base trim levels of other SUVs in the class. Drivers will also have the option of getting either front-wheel or all-wheel drive, the latter of which is ideal in some locations and climates. Due to all of these features, the Atlas has received a five-star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Cabin Space and Comfort
One advantage of the 2020 VW Atlas is that it has a very comfortable interior and cabin. While there are many midsize SUVs that boast having a third-row, very few provide the average passenger space to sit in that row. The 2020 Atlas can comfortable sit seven passengers, including three in the back row behind bucket seats in the second row. There is also plenty of storage space, which includes 20 cubic feet of storage behind the third row and 55 cubic feet when the third row is folded down. This is quite spacious compared to other SUVs in the class.
Engine Performance
While engine performance is not always the primary focal point for SUV shoppers today, the VW Atlas does provide some great options for those that want some more power out of their vehicle. The Atlas comes with a standard four-cylinder engine that will produce around 235 horsepower. There is also an available V6 engine in some of the higher trim levels that will produce nearly 280 horsepower. Average fuel efficiency with the higher engine option is around 21 MPG, although it will decline a bit if you upgrade to all-wheel-drive.
Overall, the 2020 VW Atlas will be a very popular midsize SUV option for people that are looking for a midsize SUV. Some of the strongest selling points will be the great interior space and features, the generous safety features, and good fuel efficiency. All of these will help it to do well with consumers that are looking for a modern and stylish SUV.
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