2021 Volkswagen Atlas - Redline: First Look - 2020 Chicago Auto Show

[@GanDtech]

Going to take a shot for every fake exhaust I see at the Chicago Auto Show

[@aayonce4]

Lol good game. I'll join you. Hennessey for my choice

[@guacamoleJim]

Lmao drunk in 3....2.....1.......

[@mcliffordgoo]

Alcohol poisoning is in your near future

[@flytrapcan]

That front camera tho! Definition of "just put it there"

[@brotherdubious]

This looks significantly better than the last one

[@wocaomade]

Wish they bring the 9.2 inch display like the e-golf

[@colebedsaul]

i agree, i was leaning on the atlas cross sport but after seeing this update im definitely gonna wait for one of these

[@vorsprungdurchtechnik5]

Just bring the touareg back.

[@JulezWinnfield]

The European Touraeg is about a half step down from an upper trim Audi Q7. It might've done well in North America.

[@minhatdeptrai]

it wasn't selling so they made the Atlas instead.

[@Jabid21]

Not enough cup holders

[@BeesonsCars]

Touareg is too expensive for the US market. VW just isn’t a brand that People will spend $65k on an SUV.

[@flaco134]

The atlas cross sport is basically a toureg

[@chrisak49]

That front camera protruding out of the grill is hideous!!!

[@masterofwhales]

That's a pathetic looking front facing camera placement.

[@tinhinnh]

Y T suprised he didnt point it out

[@olakunleolafisoye8433]

I can't agree more

[@petepull4544]

You need to get a life if thats what you got out of this review

[@cyco1978]

I love Your cameraman, he does a excellent job

[@arbocorp]

You are killing it with these first looks videos!

[@ritchejosh4346]

Looks more luxurious than the current one. Hope they improve the fuel economy

[@a1s2a3p4m]

More info on the Aviator and GV80 please!!

[@dennisscipio]

The Atlas has about 98 cubic feet of storage space with the second and third row seats folded.

[@neonpick9340]

Wish they have toureg interiors 😏....

[@lausf01]

is a tiguan interiors

[@H0rseMac]

neon pick it’ll kill the q7 sales..

[@Dionicman]

The host of this video does a fantastic job explaining all of the details and features! I’m impressed.

[@jumpyg1258]

I really like that exterior color.

[@PP-qj1ez]

Steering wheel design is indeed better than last 1!

[@Lucky8s]

My buddy test drove an Atlas V6. It was a smooth and comfortable ride. I've been hearing a lot of bad things about the Atlas though in terms of reliability.

[@marckruse2181]

Dennis Xu, we purchased an Atlas SE with the Tech package two years ago. After 29k miles and a couple of road trips we are still very happy with it. It is not the fastest and the gas mileage could be better but it is very safe, has lots of space for three kids and is very practical. It was also reasonably priced and the only new vehicle I found with a 6 year real bumper to bumper warranty.

[@T16-s5o]

A lot of people don't know how to fix VWs or maintain them, which can turn a $150 repair into a $1000 repair.

[@Lucky8s]

@@T16-s5o The Atlas just came out 3 years ago. Shouldn't need a single repair.

[@T16-s5o]

@@Lucky8s then why even click on a VW video ? Just so you could complain about a vehicle you don't own, like everyone else?

[@Lucky8s]

@@T16-s5o I've already told you how I feel about the vehicle. The fact that it has quality issues is on VW, not me. Go be offended somewhere else.

[@Slim1986]

Thank god they changed those white cheap looking wheels.

[@kd6836]

Brandan honda I got an 18 and went with the black 20 inch wheels. Looks like a different vehicle

[@Ahamps]

Are we going to ignore that huge camera jutting out of the grille?

[@SijoyThomas]

VW ATLAS for 2021 made a small design change but it is so refreshing and very elegant

[@DriveAndBeDriven]

Excellent first look, Sofyan! We can always count on you to bring us information about the latest cars from auto shows! Sadly I couldn't make it to the CAS this year to film. :( Take care!

[@purplefurture6960]

2021 is the facelift ?

[@JLx6x]

What's the more reliable engine for the longevity of the Atlas, the V6 or 2.0t? And which is cheaper to maintain?

[@josephgries4683]

I would think a V6 would be more reliable than any turbocharged engine. But I can't say for certain. Maybe I'm just saying that because my MK6 GTI needed a turbo repair after 50k miles :D

[@GordonGEICO]

So I drove a lot of three-row SUVs (settled on a Palisade which I picked up last month) and the Atlas wasn't too bad but man, it sure felt like a dog. None of the non-luxury/performance SUVs with ~250-300 hp are fast but the Atlas in particular felt like you had to floor it just to get it moving. It either needs revised throttle mapping/gearing or another 50 hp.

[@grantg5472]

I Herd it's 3" longer is interior space larger?

[@jsomachine]

Currently looking for a third row SUV the atlas and Telluride are strong candidates. I sat in a altas at the Houston auto show and I felt that it was very plasticky and outdated the seat where hard as a rock I dont remember which trim it was but I hope there updated to match the luxury of the Telluride

[@Coatomc]

Just bought a 2019 R-type Atlas...its perfect for my family of 6

[@beri232]

Sat in an Atlas the other day. Perfect height and found it quite comfortable but the folks I know who have owned one really did not speak highly of the quality and reliability of Volkswagen

[@RyanBergunio]

i am wondering if you have a best mid-size suv of all the vehicles you have reviewed in 2019. i am stuck between the cx9 and telluride.

[@Superfastjellyfish669]

That is such beautiful paint job

[@stalin1909]

hate when its barely 2020 , and carmakers start claiming its the 2021 model or the next year’s model ...so next year its 2022 models ? smh

[@mustasheolll2020]

stalin1909 they are showing this preproduction model that will come out later this year.

[@mustasheolll2020]

stalin1909 model year doesn’t equal manufacture date. Lol, a car can be made in December 2010 but it will be a 2012, third gen focus for example.

[@joei4ever]

@Redline Reviews - Did they add 3rd row LATCH connectors for car seats?? This is a huge oversight with first Atlas. And for us with 3+ kids is a huge issue.

[@waterbottle-zu9jg]

that green color is so beautiful.

[@ThePolydeuces]

What is that white Jetta in the back with a light bar in the bumper?

[@homeslice9408]

My wife and I have one. SEL with 4Motion. Overall we like it but my biggest gripe is the power from the gutless V-6. It's begging for a turbo charger or a more powerful V-6. Competitors are making a lot more power with their V-6's.

[@dudedank5219]

Is this at the Philly auto show?

[@oogahoojie5486]

Fake tailpipes are disgusting, I’d rather take no tips than fake tips.

[@JulezWinnfield]

Are you really that "disgusted" by a vehicle design aesthetic to the point of becoming physically and emotionally distraught?🤨🤨

[@oogahoojie5486]

J High I just cringe really hard and also feel a high level of pain. 😏

[@f181234]

Junbo Chen it’s just a car jeez lol

[@wocaomade]

@@oogahoojie5486 You won't cringe if you don't think of it as a tailpile 😏

[@oogahoojie5486]

f181234 Am I supposed to think of it as two random holes in the bumper? 🥺😩

[@KuyaArbee]

Wow looks much better!

[@ptingz9307]

That shifter has been around for a whole decade, they really need to change that😫

[@CalvinHikes]

That color is nice.

[@RezandJen]

Even the current gen Atlas looks pretty good but I like this subtle update.

[@mkel0385]

I hate the front mounted camera. It’s to large

[@mrpmj00]

I rented a 2020 in San Francisco. I liked the luxury and driver assistance. Very nice ride and quiet. Smaller turning radius than my 2014 Toyota Highlander. 3rd row has a lot of leg room. CONS: - seat is too long for my 5'2" wife - lack of power for passing another car quickly. Power is adequate. My 2014 Toyota Highlander can run circles around the Atlas. - Very wide so it's hard to fit into a narrow parking space. I'm disappointed that the 2021 didn't come with plugin hybrid for more power and the concept car's dashboard (similar to Land Rover Range Rover).

[@marckruse2181]

You must have a tuned Highlander. The Highlander is the slowest SUV available and your 2014 model year should make you think you drive a Z06 Corvette when piloting a VW Atlas :-)

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

And the Atlas going fall apart nd b unreliable unlike the highlander can go 300K miles with regular mantainance

[@wocaomade]

@@andersonrodriguez8258 Yeah I test drove one the other day and the engine exploded. It was terrifying

[@DecemberMoon]

Anderson Rodriguez The Atlas also can run 300k easily

[@joeysvehla2309]

My favorite hobby is watching these reviews since I’m too broke to get my own car 😂😂😂

[@olakunleolafisoye8433]

Work hard and pray, one day , you will be able to

[@joeysvehla2309]

Olakunle Olafisoye thank you! I’m definitely trying lol

[@johnmarksuarez83]

So are you Cambodian, Nepali, Indonesian?

[@thiagolima5232]

Mui belllo ,harmonic ...best look I love volkwagen lines

[@ae86fiend]

I had one. It went to get warranty repair 5 times. It was reliable for the first 11 months of ownership. I got rid of it.

[@sebastianandrew9077]

It has more of a coupe look which I think is a good thing. VW needs to beef up the engine though.... I wish it was a deisel. They need to make a rugged version of this...too much chrome I want a more off road worthy version of the Atlas.

[@S1LLY_Y0SHI_L0V3R]

Awesome Review Of 2021 Volkswagen Atlas. 😀

[@shaneh734]

At first glance, it already looks way better! More along the lines of a larger vw touareg!

[@abcdLeeXY]

Is it made in Mexico though?

[@JT-fq2bl]

No. It's made in Chattanooga, TN.

[@adoptheckler6836]

Wow nice colour

[@AwesomeJoe007]

@RedlineReviews Why are you not eating the seaweed wrapper for sushi when looking at this green colored VW just like when you did it in your most recent video reviewing the same color for Lexus rx350? (As if you're insulting the color)

[@julioortiz7099]

Beautiful color and good changes

[@ryanlangner4098]

Thank god they changed the front end. The pre-refreshed model front fascia was hideous

[@TheSithlord187]

I built this at Volkswagen Chattanooga I’m on the cockpit line

[@carlos312]

I was waiting to see the smaller one.

[@drsbi1]

background music is to loud

[@Kwame_Citizen]

R-line not R-design

[@nonenone2565]

The Toureg is still way better, but I have to say, this is STILL better-looking than the new Audi Q7.

[@BIGJBIGEBIGC]

😞 I liked the Atlas for its unique front end....now it looks exactly like a Touareg...

[@jh5kl]

there are very few markets Worldwide were the touareg and atlas meet each other, the usa market is not one of them

[@Striker50_]

I can see this breaking down already 🥴

[@TitoMolina604]

You're right about that! Getting rid of mine as soon as the lease is up.

[@seekeroftruth45]

@@TitoMolina604 you actually got one of these?

[@oFailBoat]

Patriots Legend can you even afford one of these?

[@TitoMolina604]

@@seekeroftruth45 yes. In my opinion, it's the best looking car on the outside. I got the R Line package. It's just so unreliable. Catalytic converter was changed at 19k. Very spacious. 3rd row is the best in it's class. I can vouch for that, I've sat in every 3 row vehicle. Second row captains chairs are ok. Palisades captains chairs are the bomb! VW has to step up.

[@TitoMolina604]

Brian at 19 tho?!

[@alejandrolabra494]

The only downside about this beautiful suv is that It needs a bigger gas tank!

[@mightywizard7475]

If only they would bring a diesel model to the states. #TDI

[@TigerKurdish]

Cameraman /Camerawoman is good at his job!

[@mikepayne3154]

Alway a right-on review.

[@SSS-mp8th]

Wait is that a "sport jacket" with built in zipper and hoodie? My god what has menswear come to.

[@Great_America]

Still not nearly enough power. The Atlas is way too heavy to have a 4-cylinder engine. This is one of the reasons why the BMW X5 and Audi Q7 sell better - way better engine options and no fake exhaust tips!

[@blacke.blackerton5430]

I agree, but will throw in the 6 cylinder is to underpowered. A vehicle this size and being an Audi cousin, needs at least 310 from that V6.

[@PP-qj1ez]

Only if they offer better leg room in 3rd row!

[@zeeshanmbutt]

Atlas has one of the roomiest 3rd row

[@bosse641]

Looks great.

[@tinhinnh]

its the VW Pilot

[@littlepeople3766]

I Had a 2012 Toyota 4Runner SR5 is amazing

[@JulezWinnfield]

And that has exactly what to do with the 2021 VW Atlas? I'm guessing you felt the overwhelming need to Toyota fanboy in a Volkswagen review.

[@alextran8188]

Finally! A new steering wheel. Thank god they got rid of the old one they've been using for like 100 years lol

[@littlepeople3766]

Like off road Like 2004 Subaru Forster 2012 Toyota 4Runner 2003 Toyota 4Runner And 2019 Chevrolet Blazer

[@cigarjefe]

I was going to buy one until I saw the fake exhaust.

[@DecemberMoon]

The Real Cigar Jefe Really?😂 Why do you need real exhaust?

[@sharmakeaden392]

This looks incredible... gonna give Toyota a run for its money. Makes me wanna purchase one

[@jdc1124]

Looks the same as 2019 version ....................

[@Lucky8s]

It's a facelift, not a redesign. Automakers don't redesign a car within 3 years.

[@WDavid-bm9jd]

To redline: I like your channel but please don’t recommend VW atlas to anyone in the states, I was a previous owner of 2019 VW atlas premium, 1st engine lights came out 1 month after purchasing this car, 2nd engine lights came out around 10 months after driving this car due to 1 pcs of oxygen sensor broken and 3rd engine lights came out just 1 week after 2nd time due to 2pcs of oxygen sensor were broken within 1 year and just 9K miles.This is a good-looking car with a ton of room, but but but very very poor reliability, VW should improve their quality control and do a supplier risk assessment to make sure most of customer can have their car in good condition. I just guess the ratio of lucky guy maybe lower than 50%. It seems engine lights on and oxygen sensor broken happens on almost every VW car

[@mjdgi1]

The wheels make it look like a Honda pilot from the side.

[@T16-s5o]

The Pilot looks like a van. The Atlas looks more like the 2019 Explorer

[@MichaelStanton]

There’s a good chance I end up in this.

[@TruthFLA]

It looks like how the Toyota Highlander would look like if Toyota didnt fuck it up.

[@pvva88]

Looks like the suv version of the (American) Passat. I dont say that as a compliment. Its inoffensive and plain. Should sell bonkers

[@DevineDigital]

Give us the 2.5 of the teramont Volkswagen... come on!!!

[@wocaomade]

The turbo VR6?

[@swanblake]

Most importantly, for the 2021 model A reduced there warranty back to nothing special. Best of luck with your VW

[@nextlevelhd9869]

love it

[@SkunkBearTK]

"Conservative" doesn't even begin to describe this...was hopping the R-Line might address this.

[@semperfidelis6235]

Show us the rear sitting. Why is that hardly anyone decides to check those seats to show the public? Yes, that fake exhaust it is very disappointing. Looks like VW does not give too much of a crap about what we think!

[@derekjlight]

Sorry but for $50k I'm getting a Yukon or a Tahoe, no brainer.

[@harryli6138]

r design package？you mean r line sofyan？did u just film a Volvo？hahaha

[@relle219]

This over telluride any day,

[@bymrchu]

You say a lot, like a lot of "as you can see." Otherwise, great video like usual. Thank you.

[@alexmorangelli3319]

i still think the touareg should be offered

[@jaredshelton4718]

Cool, more VW junk. Can't wait to see these on the side of the road.

[@DecemberMoon]

Jared Shelton Why?

[@JayRogel89]

2nd to the key

[@c5back9]

BRING BACK THE TDI and you’ll have a great freeway cruiser that blows away Explorer and the Koreans.

[@Orange-yp9bl]

The wheels look better in the white one ... in the background

[@perproject06]

Turned it off after hearing that there’s no changes in the power train and is the same as the previous generation. Thumbs down!

[@josephd.5120]

those are honda wheels!!!

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Lollipops are sweet and tasty. Sometimes lollipops can be addictive. Lollipops are consumed by millions of people. But sometimes manufacturing nothing but lollipops just because they are popular is rather boring, dull, and uninspiring. When will manufacturers burn out on SUV/CUV lollipops? How many ways can you make a lollipop?

[@xL0stKIlah]

The giant slab of metal is truly hard to differentiate. Same for trucks

[@285runt]

Very similar to the Jeep Grand Cherokee

[@SandmanFLSRQ]

Not interested unless VW was going to bring over a diesel engine; the 2019 I had as a loaner just gulped gas over a weekend of around the town use. . .