How family friendly is the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas? | CAR MOM TOUR

[@minime0682]

So the craziest thing. I was looking at an Atlas today and thought “let me see what the Car Mom says about them” and when I checked you literally had just posted this! Maybe it’s meant to be 😬

[@friskytwox]

did you get the atlas??

[@anonymoose1269]

Have had mine a couple years. Major complaints are: Forward radar can become misaligned and the cruise control runs off that. To get that repaired is not a warranty fix. It’s “wear and tear” Over $500 to get it replaced and realigned. Problem with my bench seats are: The release to get the seats to fold are plastic. They often get jammed. One release was stuck I gave it a good tug and it broke. Couple $100 to have the dealer fix. Another gripe is that the release sometimes won’t catch completely but sounds like it does. My sons seat folded with him in it slamming him on the drivers back. Also curious third row passengers can release the seat while in motion. That happened only once. Other than that. We love the Atlas. Awesome space in the third row. I believe it has the most third room space WITH room for storage. Love the digital speedometer. Heated wheel. Super quiet inside. Rides so smooth also. Great review!

[@pinkcandystripes]

You sold us on our Atlas 2 years ago and we LOVE it. By far the best in its class we test drove for functionality and space. Love love love!

[@Whowhatwhen3]

Do you still love your car? How is it holding up

[@Gg-lq5ty]

Bought my wife one and we love it as a family, smooth lots of room inside good for trips amazing car love it

[@uicornpoorainbows]

I have an Atlas with 4 kids. It's great for car seats. I've been able to put 2 rear facing, 1 forward facing, and 2 boosters all at the same time when I took my sister's 2 kids. I have an older 2018 se w/tech and there about 87,000 on it. I haven't had any issues besides the ac compressor recently going out.

[@rubyrn82]

I own a 2021 atlas. It’s a beautiful, large, sleek car. Drives so smooth. What I don’t love about it is that it’s been at the dealership twice for random hoses needing to be replaced and currently there for an airbag error recall for a back ordered part. My car will be at the dealership anywhere from 1-3 months. When I get it back I am trading it in. According to VW this is pretty common for the atlas. I do not recommend buying an atlas and would not buy vw again!

[@jonathanbell5570]

I’m really falling in love with the Atlas my sister has one and have me ride plenty of times. It rides so smoothly. It absorbs the bumps like they aren’t even there. The most spacious interior I ever been in. I planning on getting one at the end of the year. Starting to be my favorite SUV

[@BigBagel]

Love your reviews! We just bought a used 2022 Atlas SE w/ Tech for the car seat tilt, the third row, and the overall size/room with me being 6'5" and needing as much room as possible. Plus my family is not small either and we don't want to always have to take separate vehicles when they visit, but we still wanted to avoid going to a full size SUV or minivan. Note 1: ours actually does have a power tailgate, not sure why the one in your review doesn't. Note 2: We put the rear-facing car seat behind the driver's seat, and at 6'5", I can still sit and drive comfortably!

[@whittydmatt]

I absolutely love my Atlas! I can’t believe they removed the power tailgate in the SE with tech 🤯 great tour!

[@dlj3310]

I have a 2022 Atlas SE w/tech V6 and 4motion we just pick up a month ago. We have a power lift gate, as well remote for it on the key fob. We’re loving ours as well.

[@sharolbluemel7771]

We got one 2 weeks ago that has power tailgate. 22 v6 with tech.

[@rbmack15]

It’s only temporary, will be added back once more chips are available

[@kendallsanders658]

I got a cross sport v6 SE w/ tech and I have no lift gate 😥

[@o0hmikee17]

I have the 2022 white VW atlas se with tech 4 motion black wheel package and I have the power lift gate.

[@bbvideos5508]

I just got an atlas sle! I needed that power lift gate! So thankful for your videos in a time when it’s SO HARD to even find a car to test drive. They helped me narrow it down to 3 models. The atlas won cause it was so spacious and the third row access is clutch. It was a great addition to our outback! The dog is excited to have his own row (because yes, I wanted three rows primarily for my pup)

[@craighayes1982]

Can you tell me what your getting on your mpg?

[@bbvideos5508]

@@craighayes1982 it's nothing to write home about, not gonna lie! We average 18mpg currently with a lot of city driving. We use our outback more as an everyday car

[@craighayes1982]

@@bbvideos5508 I’m on the fence between it or a Lexus 350L

[@kevs2good133]

@@craighayes1982 if you have issues picking between a Volkswagen and a Toyota you need help. VW all day. Quality is not like others.

[@craighayes1982]

@@kevs2good133 I went with a Lexus because all I’ve heard about the atlas is it was junk and the bank said they have done multiple buy backs with them ride. GX 460 all day

[@fgsevilla1126]

Love your reviews! The initial atlas review had me set in purchasing the atlas- purchased the 2022 Atlas SE Tech this March and was fortunate to get the power tailgate on ours.

[@lynncobb3109]

I really appreciate your straight forward opinions. We girls definitely have different opinions than all the men out there - you’ve really helped me in my search - thanks!

[@BB-eg2gf]

I've had a VW tiguan since 2018 brand new and now it has 135,000 miles on it and the only major issue I had was with my fuel injector and fuel pump, but if I had know about adding fuel injector cleaner in about every 10,000 miles I probably would've never had that issue. Definitely considering the Atlas for my next car after we pay off this car.

[@govindsharma7738]

How much did you pay for thaf fix. Im having trouble with it now

[@minhcao1838]

Picked up my 2022 Atlas Se w/ tech yesterday. Happy to say it has the tech to open the trunk with a kick sensor and push button to close.

[@dlj3310]

Hi Kelly, our 2022 Atlas SE w/Tech we pick up a month ago has a power lift gate as well a remote on key fob. We love the Atlas.

[@gregphelps5738]

The power tailgate can be added after the fact. My VW Dealer directed me to a shop that can add it back into the car. All the circuitry is already in place, it is just a computer chip that is missing.

[@topgun8683]

I just traded my 2022 Audi Q3 for the Atlas Cross Sport model in black with black 20 inch wheels and I love the extra space , but the heated mirrors , blind spot monoriting and power tailgaite where given a credit for supply chain issues , bummer ! I really liked your review and the chefs kiss for the bench seat in the back , like mine has !

[@brandtgraham3935]

We love our 2021 Atlas SEL! My wife says it is the perfect mom car, and I have been impressed with the reliability thus far! 30K miles on the clock and only oil changes to date! Great vehicle.

[@bmw803]

30K miles isn't much to determine reliability of any car. We got a 2018 with 40K miles. So far, so good. VR6 Engine is proven and has an Aisin transmission, so I'm not expecting major problems. Time will tell!!!!!

[@uicornpoorainbows]

@@bmw803 I have about 87,000 on my 2018 Atlas. Only recently did the ac compressor go out otherwise only maintenance.

[@jessimccord6330]

Great video, as always! I started watching you recently and am obsessed with how well you explain the cars features and what is important to a family or any size. Also, your romper is super cute!! I want one! :-)

[@jhamby1992]

Just got my 2023 atlas last week and I love it!!

[@Nagz45]

I have the 2022 SEL V6 R Line, and I love it because I have three kids and the captain seats make it so easy for them to get in out of my car but I miss my 2021 SE V6 R line… it was a cross sport too 😭

[@johnbehneman1546]

GREAT VIDEO KELLY!!! I AGREE WITH YOU 100% ON EVERYTHING. THE VW ATALS DOES NOT GET THE RECOGNITION IT DESERVES. IT IS SOMETHING TO CONSIDER WHEN LOOKING AT SUV'S. THANKS FOR SHARING.

[@juliacathleen]

I bought one last year because of your original review...I LOVE the Atlas!

[@rochellekling4201]

Just bought the atlas premium line with the 3D camera. Love love love it !!!

[@mw354]

I have one. The 2022 v6 w/technology and 4motion. 💕💕 True about the SEL tailgate. It is a bummer, but it slide so easy without power.

[@andreasueashful]

I just bought one Tuesday 🤣🤣 prior too I was stalking you channel hoping to find a review. I just watched the 2021 review and it was so helpful too!

[@divegs0902]

Good luck getting one! These cars, actually all cars, are leasing ridiculously high. It’s a $43K car, leasing @ over $500 per month…that’s insane…

[@paulschab8152]

My 2022 Tiguan wasn't marked up at all.

[@DreamingMuse13]

I got a base at $35.6, it’s missing lane assist but overall a steal.

[@ambermcdonald1302]

I am also disgusted by the lack of power tailgate. What is this, 2005?

[@mayratorres7733]

Your initial review made me purchase mine! I’ve had it for 9 months and love it!!!

[@mbrady534]

Would love to see some info on app connectivity/remote start in your reviews!! I love my atlas but I LOATHE the connectivity app. It’s locked me out of my car on multiple occasions. I also dislike the extremely loud door alarms, and how the car automatically shuts off if you’re in park for more than 10 seconds, so unsafe in my opinion. I know these things are hard to review on all cars but they are what I wish I knew before purchasing. Still love my atlas tho!

[@rochellekling4201]

We also had issues with the remote start. Husband had to bring it back to the dealership

[@rbmack15]

Maybe try calling carnet or deleting your app and redownloading. Also if you turn your auto-stop off, it will not shut off after its in park.

[@sayeh3700]

Yes to all this.

[@racheldennis3892]

They finally got rid of the mesh pockets on the seat backs!! 😲

[@pinkpink_island562]

Just bought altas , sleek design, so spacious! Love it !

[@ilikemolassessomex48]

Yay!! Car seats, strollers and cup holders are back!!!! The Car Mom is back!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@michaelwiebe4282]

Excellent review, Kelly! In my country ( Germany ) no Atlas is available, but the smaller, more-luxurios and much pricier VW Tourag! Love your show!

[@romanowskis1at]

I am very sad with that UE politics about cars - i belive this is reason we cant buy atlas. We have realy ugly alternative - sharan or tourag but often space inside is most valuable option to have.

[@michaelwiebe4282]

@@romanowskis1at Tourag is very luxurious, but much more expensive and smaller than the Atlas!

[@mesyestrongarmhnz9772]

Great review !!! I look forward to watching more of your content.

[@chrisdunaway2562]

We have a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas SEL 4Motion R Line and we LOVE IT!!!

[@lindsaymchargue2280]

We bought a brand new 2022 SE with tech and we have had problem after problem with it. Transmission is already slipping (2 months old), electrical issues (EPC light and check engine light), also our back up camera would stop working. It's so frustrating because we LOVE the inside but the mechanics of the car suck. We're currently looking into the lemon law.

[@maxpayne7419]

I have a 23 on order. Can’t wait!

[@audrapayne7914]

I test drove one last month and the screen literally never came on. The salesman said it needed to be serviced!🤦🏽‍♀️ my friend has one and says the technology is a problem. Hope it’s fixed for 22!

[@alexi5903]

I absolutely love your videos and Instagram page! Completely obsessed! Could you please do a 2020+ Ford Explorer with a bench? Love from Canada 🇨🇦

[@lorestrella5193]

Your initial VW review from last year sold us! We got a VW 2022 back in November last year and the BEST decision we ever had! This is exactly we got!! SE w/ Tech V6. I LOVE IT SO MUCH! ♥️

[@Aphillywitdahoodie]

Has it given you any problems since?

[@tornado4801]

she is the best family i ever seen😂

[@coldsun2939]

My guess is that you may have answered my question before but why don't you do a drive review as well from a "car mom" perspective instead of the long line of reviewers that exist. It would be great to hear a regular review from your point of view. I love what you do but that would be a great addition!

[@jessicamueller2265]

I had a 2021 Atlas R Line SE with tech and I just got into an accident and totaled it on Friday…. It was so incredible in the accident that I want another one! Super bummed about that power lift gate 😭😭😭

[@craighayes1982]

I’d like to know what people are actually getting on MPG. I’ve read so many different numbers

[@jenniferhuggard2836]

Picking up mine tomorrow!

[@biancamalta173]

But is it better than the palisade?

[@captncannon8646]

Kelly and Doug demuro have the best car reviews for practical people, Collab?!

[@stealthsrt4]

i almost bought a 18 atlas and the dealer told me when we got to finacial that it had a brand new motor with barely 40 miles on, they let me take it home sat and sunday afternoon it left me stranded needless to say i didnt buy it lol

[@Nemelo]

Lucky we went to the dealership in May when they had power liftgate on the SE w/tech. I wouldn't mind having it manual for the right discount, though. Also, I think it's one less electric thing to worry about if it fails...

[@kevs2good133]

You get a 500 credit on the window sticker. At least it ain’t like Chevy or ford giving a credit of 20

[@Allthingschann]

I’m noticing most suv now don’t have the option for heated seats or heated steering wheel either 😒 this chip shortage is crazy.

[@minif4046]

This car is much bigger than it looks like from outside

[@thisfilipinolovesyou]

We NEED to know where you romper is from!!

[@toyanucci]

A small note...when doing the in vehicle shots remember to look into the camera lens, not at the camera person so it will feel like you're talking to us the audience 🙂 Great videos though, keep it up!

[@MaksMaks-ov8nd]

look gorgeous

[@piperlife622]

I love your videos! And your sunglasses in this one… what brand are they?

[@TherapistTamaraHill]

This vehicle is a COMPLETE MISTAKE. Tech and functionality issues are unbelievable! I am renting one for travel and it's awful. Bulky, noisy, no real luxury, handles like a bus, and lacks the precision of other models in its class. The letter light on the door is classy though. Center console is great. And the individual seats are cute. Great options for larger families and kiddos. I wanted to like this. Can't wait to hand the keys back!

[@ivandimitrov5418]

Can you fit 3 graco car seats in the back?

[@edwardsdina]

Such a good review. My daughter just purchased the 2022 Atlas Sep and like it better than her 2019 jeep Cherokee

[@edwardsdina]

Typo SEL not sep

[@stevesimmons6685]

Great review!

[@NeaveConstantine]

Thank you!

[@minhcao1838]

This video is making me anxious whether ours we ordered with have a power lift gate. I don’t know how it can be “w/ technology” if it doesn’t include the push to close.

[@chrissyd.7525]

This is the best family car for the price!

[@ozarkexpeditions]

They are impossible to find the SE w/ Tech with blind spot monitors and power lift gate. This model used to come with the lane assist features and they’ve removed it from this trim level. ☹️

[@JessicaVentresca]

Loved this video it sold me on the Atlas! Does the third row atlas fit a double stroller? If so, which ones? Im considering the double uppababy vista but think it may be too wide to fit. Help.

[@tinabilodeau2882]

Have you done the 2023 Tiguan? I need the review before I buy it 😅

[@memocardenas9535]

GORGEOUS!!! 😍

[@coolride88]

Nice spacious VW. Unfortunately, it does not have the RHD option for UK, AU, NZ, JP, and SG etc

[@amp_0321]

Would love to see the newer KIA Sorento with their 3rd row

[@jimdavis2163]

I enjoy your reviews as I am looking at svus. One thing that you do drives me crazy. The word is especially not expecially.

[@palnick3114]

I love my Atlas too. The only complain I have, is the infotainment system. It will not display unicode characters. I think it is a bug from the programmers, which can be solved by replacing the font with a unicode font. My VW from 2016 could display all unicode characters. So, it must be an easy fix. However, VW will not try to fix it.

[@jkandybar]

Is Carplay wireless?

[@kimjoneswalton]

I'd assume so. I have a '21 Tiguan and it's wireless in my vehicle. My husband has a Nissa Rogue and it's such a pain the butt to have to plug a phone in to connect!

[@jkandybar]

@@kimjoneswalton thank you, and yes, agreed!

[@Nemelo]

Yes, it is for both platforms, Apple and Android.

[@keytothegate68]

Very risky to buy German cars due to war as getting replacement parts will be a problem. Mercedes already has a warning posted on its website about the delays customers will experience ordering MB

[@davewilson7602]

Most of VW models in America are designed, built, and sold here so the supply chain for parts doesn’t interact with Europe in any way. It’s all US or Mexico sourced

[@aikidoboynj]

They're made in Tennessee. (Chattanooga)

[@33snowgal]

Darn, would love to have seen the 7 passenger.

[@luiselapostolfeliz2421]

Hi Kelly, love your video and I love the way you explain it. Please reply to comment.

[@tdaddy2316]

We love our Atlas but it's pretty thirsty on fuel. Not a great choice if you are driving a lot.

[@craighayes1982]

Can you tell me your mpg?

[@brandonyen7837]

You are awesome reviewer 😂

[@laurenjefferson9699]

Are there any third row lower anchors?

[@sophiegao6340]

I really love this car but could anyone kindly help me figure out how much does it cost for a aftermarket power liftgate installation? VW is reducing $500 for that but I am assuming it gonna cost more than that.

[@KtMW1016]

Have you done the Acadia?

[@kelee2u]

Does the third row appear to have more room because it has two seats instead of 3?

[@chantreybeckstrom7456]

Are you talking about the leg room or seat width? Seat width wise, yes. Leg room.... i would think it the leg room would be the same if its a 2 or 3 seat in the third row.

[@kelee2u]

@@chantreybeckstrom7456 we have an Ascent and it claims to seat 3 on the back row but it should really be 2. I just wondered if marketing for seating 2 instead of 3 makes it appear to have more room than other 3 row SUV’s.

[@chantreybeckstrom7456]

@@kelee2u , The third row in my opinion have much more leg room then the Ascent

[@markholle3450]

We have the 2021.5 Atlas and I can confirm it only seats two in the third row. But it fits adult back there which was important for us. If you want three in the third row, you’ll be happier with a minivan.

[@walterduarte7809]

How is the fuel mileage

[@bonniehenneman6056]

Why is the rear facing car seat connected by the seat belts and not the anchors?

[@hayleyamorris]

They’re both equally as safe if installed correctly. Also, lower anchors have a weight limit.

[@mercedeskotalik7902]

Worst vehicle ive ever owned in regards to reliability 😂 SOOO bad

[@naughtysauce4323]

Hope you learned your lesson when it comes to German vehicles, I know I have.

[@firstlast-fc1yg]

That's on purpose vw makes most of their money through customer repairs like most vehicle makes now

[@sayeh3700]

I agree with all of these assessments in terms of space and amenities HOWEVER my atlas is the worst car I’ve owned. The brakes make the MOST insane sound crunching and grinding and squealing sounds. I took it to two VW dealerships and it’s a known issue. They say: yeah it sounds awful but it’s safe. The infotainment system is SOOOOO GLITCHY. it connects. It doesn’t connect. The rearview camera stays on when in drive. It charges your phone. It doesn’t charge your phone. And the car BEEPS CONSTANTLY. Pull up to a clear intersection? Beeeeep. Pass a tree stump on your left? Beeeeeep. Sneeze? Beeeeeep. A close of mine also has an atlas and has all the same complaints. SUCH a bummer for a beautiful car with a nice drive and great spacious interior.

[@doug6191]

No chance I'm picking this over a Telluride. Dollar-for-dollar, the Telluride offers the better deal. There are no compromises for paying less - the Telluride offers features the Atlas doesn't. The VW V6 is weaker and the VW fuel economy is worse. And, subjectively, the Telluride looks much nicer than the busy and chunky Atlas. The Atlas feels like a rental vehicle - the interior is dull and the surfaces feel cheap in many spots. Get the smart choice. Telluride. Heck...get the Palisade. Or Highlander. Get a Traverse. The Atlas is disappointing from VW, the brand that once sold the far more interesting and capable (albeit smaller) Touareg. Get it together, VW.

[@brianb7844]

Try to find a Kia stealer that isn’t marking them up by 18 to 20 percent.

[@markholle3450]

Our local dealer tried to see a used 2021 model to us last year for $75,000 firm. We looked at the Atlas and bought the SEL. After a year, only service is oil change. No regrets. By the way, try to put an adult in the third row of a Highlander. It’s ugly.

[@Rebelleflwr]

I have a VW currently and I do enjoy the practicality of it. Currently researching for a hybrid vehicle so it sucks that the atlas and the atlas cross sport don’t have any hybrid or phev powertrains. That’s my main want/need for a mom car! If the Atlas had that option I’d be sold already. Thanks for the review Kelly!

[@onlinesportsbetting]

Have you found any good hybrid alternatives?

[@Rebelleflwr]

Only two options that I've had the most interest in are the Highlander hybrid and the sorento hybrid but they both have pretty small 3rd rows and neither have car seat tilt. I'm waiting to see if Toyota will announce their grand Highlander this year but idk with the chip shortage

[@onlinesportsbetting]

@@Rebelleflwr Atlas' extremely poor gas mileage, very low reliability ratings, and now no power lift have me thinking I should pass on this but it's the best looking 3 row out there in my opinion.

[@Rebelleflwr]

I definitely agree! I was very shocked at the reliability ratings because I've had zero issues with my car and it's almost at 150k. And yes the gas mileage is horrible! Maybe leasing something like the atlas would be a better bet. But I've never leased before and I drive a ton so that make not be the best option for me!

[@Rebelleflwr]

The lack of a power lift gate doesn't bother me too much, although I definitely would have preferred it. I wouldn't want to pay almost 50k just to add that feature.

[@DavidFlores-du3rm]

Better than Mazda CX9????

[@nocalvery6239]

Like where’s my iced coffee

[@ferdievirgo]

Hi there! is the 2022 atlas have front ventalated seat?Thanks

[@Myra-k9i]

high line . rline has it

[@musicandthewalk]

does the 3rd row recline?

[@joei4ever]

recline as adjust the angle? NO. You can fold them down though. Also, thrid row doesnt have ISOFIX latches for carseats, which is an epic failure.

[@somethingawesome9547]

There things are all over LA.

[@preetindersingh2884]

Stay away from Volkswagen. I own a 2022 Atlas rline and it met with an accident in June and since then it is sitting with collision center as headlight and spares are not available. If you are in north America then go for anything but German

[@joei4ever]

lack of isofix latches in third row is an EPIC FAIL

[@Hgbrick]

My wife has a 2021 Volkswagen atlas. She hit a deer in May 2023 seven months ago and it has been sitting at the autobody shop every sense. The autobody shop cannot source of hood or bumper and Volkswagen cannot tell us when they’re going to manufacture, a hood or bumper. this is left us with insurance and car payment but no car to drive. I would not buy a Volkswagen atlas or any other Volkswagen because they are not manufacturing parts to repair their cars.

[@gloriawhitford7850]

No spare tire required. Facts?

[@jaywilkerson3690]

Are you on speed? Your talking 70 in a 50….😂

[@christamez734]

Wife just had to have a new fuel tank put on her 18 GTi. Atlas has some decent space and features but too much plastic and no upper vents in the 2nd row is a deal killer. We are going to be looking for a new work SUV at end of the year to replace the Nav. Looking hard at TelluRide and it's Hyundai Cousin or the Traverse.

[@kywoodrd1]

I said the same thing. If it had upper vents on the 2nd row it would be a great vehicle. Even the brand new 2024 doesn't have it!!!

[@muhamad9591]

Wow vw 👍

[@ramonefisher2063]

I want to buy the atlas fully loaded for me only