I Just Got a Brand New 2021 SUV (Built in America for Americans)

[@scottykilmer]

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[@rikko2x206]

Yo Scotty I'm surprised you didn't get the Telluride

[@bartfoster1311]

Hey Scotty! My gf just bought a 2014 Jetta 4 cylinder 5 speed manual with 47k miles for $11k from carmax. I figured it was worth $8 or so. What should we look out for and what do you think? Made in Mexico 😒 drives great so far!

[@David-rr3hy]

Hey Scotty, What do u recommend to buy for my first car I am 17 years old, what car do u recommend?

[@jennahope4353]

thoughts on a trail blazer 2021. i'm 4'6 and love the smaller but sitting higher vibe. especially the panoramic roof. stuck between waiting on a trailblazer (currently renting..2011 kia sorento on the frits) or a Honda civic coupe..

[@patrickkazmer9927]

Hey Scotty I have a 2003 Honda CRV that was handed down to me from my mom. We have put a new alternator and AC on it and now the control arms and motor mounts need replacement, also the frount suspension rattles. Should I fix it or look to get a new car. It has 185k miles on it?

[@nathansokolowsky4443]

Never saw this day coming

[@sirdre.]

01:02 Volkswagen parked the demo in his driveway with an note Scotty couldn't refused. 😅

[@billdougan4022]

Must have been a joke video from April 1...

[@djbigreign]

No not scotty car salesmen

[@undoubtabledetails4410]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@nathansokolowsky4443]

Klasse Act lol

[@garybalser4822]

I bought the 2018 Atlas Launch Edition in June 2017. It’s me third VW. I HAVE 38,000 trouble free miles. I just love this vehicle.

[@lamontwatkins3155]

Just for a 2018 yesterday 34,000 miles. I love it. Still covered 100,000 miles from Volkswagen. Traded in my 08 Tahoe and got 3,500 over Kelly blue book so I got a good deal. Nowhere the gas hog the Tahoe was and is very tech savvy and stylish.

[@maxpax27]

Let us know when you have 138000 miles!

[@blu_gouf477]

Did this comment age well? How is it now?

[@carzig54]

The world is coming to an end

[@cicada9471]

The Humble Mechanic got to him.

[@zoperxplex]

Everybody could be brought.

[@daf62757]

@Rob Basque I was thinking the same thing. Listen to old Scotty say how crappy VW was or the new one that likes the VW. Confusing to say the least.

[@khvia6714]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@arnavvhhh]

Hey car zig your videos are great but do need some improvement.

[@markholle3450]

Just bought a 2021.5 Atlas SEL for my wife after striking out finding a Palisade or a Telluride. Love the space for people and cargo and the smooth ride. We came from a Toyota Highlander and loved it but the space in the third row was brutal for adults. With the captains chairs in the second row, access is great. Never thought I would buy a VW but am very happy with our purchase.

[@ST-nc3gm]

any problems with your Atlas since you bought it?

[@markholle3450]

@@ST-nc3gm We've owned it for 14 months and have 12k miles on our Atlas. We took it in once for our scheduled oil change (where they also addressed a recall notice). That's it. Would buy it again.

[@ST-nc3gm]

@@markholle3450 did you get the 2.0T or 3.6 VR6?

[@markholle3450]

@@ST-nc3gm We have the V6.

[@alyssao7276]

I’m thinking about buying this exact model used. Any issues yet? I’ve read some horror stories but I love the car.

[@anandhakannan552]

Scotty got a Volkswagen, Humble Mechanic Charles should get a 94 Celica to balance the equation.

[@LongDistanceMotorcycleFans]

True

[@kennethmahon9014]

🤣

[@bruhh_007_]

@07:28 it just wanted to say Hi to Scotty. The beginning of an long term relationship.

[@gm1258001]

Wait a week, the next video will be, "Avoid this SUV like the plague!"

[@yyz125]

🤣🤣🤣🤣comments are great

[@nysavvy9241]

I think as Scotty tests more new or newer vehicles he's seeing how nice some are made and how solid they are. Before he was used to fixing older cars. Many manufacturers have stepped up their game.

[@dagobertobaez8528]

It's just that Scotty isn't used to using cars, well, he's just using the old Hondas and Toyotas of the 8

[@___-dj2dw]

most likely they just gave him this car for free so he can say nice words about the brand

[@Samon187]

I LOVE how Scotty says "Big SUV" "BigAssUV" 😂😅

[@miguelovando1887]

Exactly what I thought..! is it intentional?

[@stewardthaddeus8589]

🤣🤣

[@custommerch7484]

True! thats what I heard too 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ecschindelbeck]

That’s what I heard too! 🤣

[@ayubmwaura234]

That's what I heard too 😂😂

[@jsnichols1]

We bought a CPO '18 Atlas SE Tech a few months ago and it's been an amazing vehicle. Comfort, looks, handling, power, convenience, cargo - it checks all the boxes!

[@TheShalomstead]

I love my Atlas. I have a 2019 S model V6 with AWD. We used to drive a ‘16 Passat, but now with two boys and a third on the way, we needed a family vehicle. My only complaint with it is that I always have to drive it around in Sport mode. In drive, it’s constantly over shifting and lugging the engine which drives me crazy. I come from manual transmissions and I can’t even imagine putting that kind of stress on the 4 cylinder models let alone the 6! I wish they would realize that not all of us really care about gas mileage. I prefer performance and durability over cost of ownership hands down. Overall, my wife and I are very happy with our lease! (We took your original advice about this model and decided to try it before we buy it!) We are actually excited to see the 2022 model when our lease is up. We are leaving for a 800 mile round trip tomorrow and this is the most comfortable vehicle I’ve ever driven on the highway in.

[@curbsidetech]

I just finished a long trip in mine. Very good handling and very comfortable.

[@curbsidetech]

@william III no Diesel in America only turbo 4 or V6.

[@fedoratheexplora7180]

Very smart to lease a vehicle like that.

[@gardenst4398]

I have 2019 Atlas smooth shifts ..still new@12k kms. Whats the miles on your Atlas?

[@MrChet407]

Yeah, the car's electronic shifting is probably worse than you right

[@scottym3]

OMG!! Scotty pushing a VW??? I think I just saw a pig flying past my window.

[@seanmcd72]

I am so confused I had to watch the video.

[@dontbefooledbyjumla7869]

Me too🤣 I had a heart attack when I saw Scotty video after buying tiguan 2015..But was a good vehcle..

[@curbsidetech]

I can say I love my Atlas! Get the V6 ! If you live in a states that has bad weather. The awd system works really well in snow, heavy rain conditions. Just finish a 30 hour road trip 15 hours each way. Rides amazingly well. Plenty of space.

[@alexmorales9150]

Scotty’s next video: I was wrong about Volkswagen

[@JoyHoque]

lol

[@JoeLinux2000]

I had a 78 VW Scirocco. It was the worst car I ever owned.

[@ronaldschwartz1856]

I have a 2003 Jetta. I have 353k miles and still going strong!

[@daledaigle6277]

@@JoeLinux2000 more like you were the worst owner it ever had... 🖕

[@vwjetta4138]

@@JoeLinux2000 Based

[@CryingOrc1]

“The only big SUV I’d buy (built in America) is 1994 Toyota Celica.”

[@elfpimp1]

😆😉👍

[@yyz125]

Soo funny

[@JoeyDNetsfan]

😂😂😂

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

Anything with a Toyota badge

[@TheZimberto]

Don't forget the 20-year-old Lexus ES300 SUV with 65K miles for $3000.

[@amandeepchaudhary]

Seems like Scotty finally got his cheque from VW.

[@jpch8814]

Or maybe he finally realized that their reliability has improved a lot in the last 7 years. Times change.

[@Выничегоневидели]

@Baldspot Me too? Bahahahaha

[@nestorgonzalez6078]

Things get better with time.

[@mardbalasy6671]

Yes, I remember Scotty blamed VW, Atlas in particular for bad quality. Now he speaks different. What happened?

[@crypticscrutiny1153]

@@mardbalasy6671 I've been watching Scotty for years. Just now seeing this episode in particular. Seriously, what gives? I know these models haven't been around long but judging by VW's history in the last few decades, this SHOULD be a hard pass. Highly sus.

[@prez1894]

Scotty is the #1 mechanic in the world and theirs no arguing with that

[@mgonza1350]

@@Patrick-yh5yd "Hey you! Yeah, you!" I can't stand that commercial

[@susannesmith9981]

Way to go Mr. Kilmer, I've got 2006 2.0T Passat with 123809 mi. It's a rocket! Hefty fines for Dieselgate would knock some $ense in VW.

[@bradleypollack5658]

I have a 2019 V6 VW Atlas and a 2018 Toyota Camry. I like my Atlas just fine. It tows my camper and it's exactly what Scotty says.

[@fixitagaintony4437]

Should’ve got a FIAT Scotty

[@southernautodiy2643]

Nah cause you'd have to fix it again 😂

[@pigyear88]

If Scotty tests drive the fiat500e, I bet he would like it. He liked the Smart for two electric.

[@charleschampion4682]

We call them Pissants in Colorado..

[@jonathangriffin1120]

"Y'know what FIAT stands for doncha? Found On Road Dead".........

[@charleschampion4682]

@@jonathangriffin1120 Thats what we call texass drivers in Colorado.

[@caltagironem]

I've owned a 2019 VW Atlas SE with Technology and love it. Your review is spot on...it's not the highest performing vehicle but it's very comfortable with a lot of high tech options. 10K miles and no problems what so ever!!

[@brado2273]

Any problems yet? 10,000 miles and no troubles isn’t something to celebrate haha

[@zcbowers94]

Didn’t think I’d see the day when Scottie would compliment VW

[@Jeff-gs9xv]

I never thought I would buy a VW and I really love my 2018 Atlas. Went for the SEL Prem with Fender sound system. It’s so spacious, comfortable and feels very solid. Pleasantly surprised to see it reviewed by Scotty!

[@dagobertobaez8528]

I'm glad you're buying it brother, it's a good vehicle and it lasts like a tank if you take care of it and give it its maintenance on time

[@joshuadorie9198]

how do you like the sound system?

[@sulaimansafi5457]

At this point better buy Audi. When you spend 40-50k it’s better buy Audi or Lexus, not VW

[@joshuadorie9198]

@@sulaimansafi5457 you can't get an Audi anywhere near that size for that price. It's literally the size of a q7

[@sulaimansafi5457]

@@joshuadorie9198 Audi Q7 is 45K - 55k this car is useless. Or buy more reliable 4Runner or Highlander

[@jasonp410]

Hey Scotty! I'm from the future to tell you this is an endless money pit. DON'T BUY IT!

[@g.t.7726]

Scotty: I was wrong about Volkswagen

[@touchstone5930]

Scotty bought nothing. He has a loaner to review.

[@effend446]

🤣 Do not buy this car if you value your money!

[@W0LV1E45]

@@effend446 Do not buy any new car if you value your money and get a used one instead.

[@ozzierabbit587]

I noticed CR has rated this model so far with a 1 out of 5 reliability rating, based on consumer complaints. Suggest people who really want one to lease and return.

[@tomdolgin5441]

The 3.6 Atlas has actually been a very reliable SUV. The 3.6 VR6 engine is not new to VW/Audi. Even the 2.0T Atlas has been reliable. VW has come a long way in the past 10 years. I do agree with Scotty with the 2.0T being strained more pulling all that weight. It probably will have more engine issues when it gets over 150k miles. But even so, for a VW turbocharged engine to go 150k miles with little maintenance is saying a lot about how far they have come. I see tons of Tiguans with the 2.0T from all the way back in 2011 that have well over 100k miles and they’ve been reliable for people. 5k mile oil change intervals with 0W40 Castrol full synthetic oil and regular fluid drain and fills, these cars can easily last 150k miles.

[@Arnold_X3]

Executives at VW: "Let's send Scotty our latest SUV and hope for the best"

[@touchstone5930]

Arnold I’m confident there was a 💰 cashiers check in the Glove compartment and a dozen German roses 🌹 delivered to Mrs Scotty

[@alexshkurin5213]

Scotty did ask companies to send him products to try out, so it's possible that vw sent him this car

[@daftnord4957]

Scotty just likes anything that is given to him lol

[@touchstone5930]

daft nord If he Doesn’t, manufacturers will Stop lending those shinny new vehicles to Scotty. He’d be left reviewing a ‘94 Celica everyday. His KZbin revenues would evaporate. Lesson: it’s all about money 💰

[@Arnold_X3]

@@touchstone5930 indeed it is all about the Money.

[@mnhoss2100]

My wife has a 2018 atlas 2w drive. 4 cylinder. 60,000 miles. We got it new. No problems at all so far. She loves it. She bought it because she likes to sit high and feel safe. I hit a huge deer with it, but I saw it in time to slow my speed from 60 to about 20. The abs worked great and it didn't bend the car at all. Of course it busted the grill and all the plastic crap and punctured the ac cooler. But hey.. that stuff is cheap. We have it full coverage so just a deductible. Shop fixed it up and all is well runs and looks like new.

[@ogohoom9413]

I just bought 2022 a 4 cylinder as well but will arrive next week, i was afraid that it will be under power considering how heavy the vehicle is. Is it an area of concern?

[@xbebe]

It's going to rain in Vegas cause Scotty just bought a VW! Going to get my lotto tickets now

[@Bonksmack-ob6tk]

Umm there is no lotto in Vegas unless you go to another state but ight have fun 🙃

[@Manakuski]

He didn't buy this, he just borrowed it for a test-drive and videoreview.

[@tripcopeland3420]

I don't think he owns it. It had a manufacturer plate on the back.

[@belavet]

Not only did he not buy it, he probably got paid to do the review...

[@dcarts5616]

I wish it would rain out here. Geez.

[@tylerwightman2315]

Just bought a 2020 low milage Atlas for my wife last week. We absolutely love it!!! It's the nicest vehicle I've ever owned and also since we bought it used, it didn't break the bank as we picked it up for $29k and saved a bunch of money! So far we are very pleased with it. Dealer gave us a great warranty too, covering us till it has 100k miles with the option to extend said warranty for a small monthly fee once the 100k is up. Taking it on a road trip to Chattanooga Tennessee next week and definitely going to go see the VW plant while we are there. Cheers from Brandon Mississippi!

[@shelbylover1359]

Scotty in 2019: DON'T BUY NEW CARS! Scotty in 2020: *Buys new cars*

[@kaohsiung99]

He didn't buy it.

[@src4409]

He said he buys used

[@jpch8814]

After 2013 VW reliability has improved a lot. Most buyers like them because they are quiet, comfortable, handle sharply, they feel planted on the road especially 4Motion models, and are very nicely built and perfect ergonomically. Volkswagen and Toyota are the biggest car makers in the world because they are the best middle-class car makers. Toyota is cheaper in quality, clumsy in design but will never break down ever, VW is more classic, and elegant, but not as reliable.

[@ericchen776]

you nothing about cars if you think VW is higher quality than toyota. in the U.S. VW is trash

[@akademiks21]

Are you a 🤡? VW is trash compared to Toyota, name one model that is on par with the legendary status of Toyota Landcruiser, 4runner , Tundra , even the Supra. VWs are for people who wants a German car but can't afford a Benz or a BMW. Nice try VW salesman 😂

[@marcelpatel9017]

VW quality cannot compare to Toyota on any level, especially on quality.

[@portman8909]

@@ericchen776 I'm guessing they are cutting corners in those Mexican VW factories? Glad I'm not from US. Volkswagen is my favourite cars to drive by far and parts are fairly cheap.

[@lifesucks3835]

​@ericchen776 I drove a freinds 2021 camry a few days ago and it definitely reassured me I made the right choice buying my passat

[@bugsymalone5744]

The Germans have learned about Americans, that picture, laughed out loud.

[@mael-strom9707]

Ve haf vays of making schweinhunde Amerikaners torque. 😂🤣😋

[@Dcbbanker]

Yeah, they learned about Americans by reverse engineering an Explorer

[@GISJIng]

And this is why VW has a whole line up of crap vehicles now

[@luisg7109]

@@GISJIng yup ! Bye Touareg, bye European Passat, bye vw cc, and the average interior quality they used to have.

[@bvedant]

@@luisg7109 you still have the GTI

[@lucisauctoradvocatus]

As a VW sales rep i am proud to see you bought an Atlas!

[@pete7150]

2018 had a lot of problems. Could you advise if 2020 or 2021 is better? I’m looking to get one but unsure about quality

[@TheZimberto]

Scotty doesn't buy new cars

[@JohnConnor636]

I love my 2022.

[@omargul8032]

Next video: this fiat is pretty reliable 👌

[@zippodk]

He is revving an BMW in the intro sooo.....

[@omargul8032]

@@zippodk a BMW

[@zippodk]

Omar Gul Yes a z4

[@Yellow-Rose]

Fix It Again Tony!

[@sv52308]

@Zack Smith seats? Steering?

[@Djjeun]

Never thought I’d see the day that Scotty said a VW was good. Personally, I love them. Have just acquired a 2004 Golf TDI with only 278k miles and it drives like a dream with no major issues. Little bit of rust here and there, some rubberised plastics looking a bit scruffy, but otherwise it’s a good solid motor with a full year’s MOT.

[@ultrashortbus]

I bought a (new) 2013 golf 2-door TDI tech package back in 2012 and today I have almost 275K miles on it. Like you mentioned, plastic pieces and such are deteriorating and many repairs $$$ but hopefully I can continue to maintain this car and make it to 500K miles. No engine or transmission issues yet; definitely fun to drive.

[@La-yt1wr]

I didn't really care for VW's SUVs but the Atlas Cross sport has really grown on me.

[@ps1hagrid84]

The Touareg is great unfortunately they discontinued it for the us 3 years ago

[@La-yt1wr]

@@ps1hagrid84 That was also my favorite but like you said unfortunately they discontinued it.

[@Krishmk5]

Ludo CARtano 😭

[@jacobdye4037]

@@ps1hagrid84 Touareg and the mid 2000's Golf/Jetta were the only Good VW's IMO.

[@agustindelgado1218]

Scotty man I want to say I enjoy al your videos , my dad is a mechanic of 25 years. Every time I hear you speak I feel like I’m hearing my dad speak to me ❤ y’all have the way of thinking when it comes to vehicles 🚗

[@daniels7862]

We love our V6 atlas! Not a single issue. Car drives and feels so luxurious. First car in 20 years I’m buying not leasing so that says a lot.

[@hix9306]

Still good ?

[@daniels7862]

@@hix9306 yes we still love it! Still zero issues. It’s been very reliable so far. We’ve been through a lot of cars over the years and it’s great. Comfortable, solid, tons of space and the vr6 sounds really good. Actually we’ve never had a car that didn’t need something fixed within the first year so I’m very surprised considering the stigma around VW.

[@derspeed5796]

Watch a VW (even a small one) on the highway. They look more stable than most other cars. I liked the driving experience in every VW I’ve ever owned. Some were even pretty reliable.

[@mixedboi]

VW promised him a Lexus LFA, that's why he is so positive about "that"

[@billsolomon1]

I have the 4 cylinder model. Love it! It has 105000 miles on it. No problems!

[@rossweaver2128]

I absolutely love my Atlas. It’s great. So nice on interstate too.

[@eclectic3618]

We bought a 2020 a few days ago Absolutely love it and the warranty! 8yr 96,000 mile Lifetime Power Train

[@slavikarlov]

I love my 2018 Honda Pilot EX-L 4WD WITH HONDA SENCE. Lots of working room, sipmple 6 speed auto currently average 24 mpg. Eco mode off its zippy enough.

[@aswope6051]

Yes! We just bought the SEL 4motion version a few weeks ago. Nicest (and biggest) car ive ever owned. Wife and I are so happy with it.

[@drop2vishnuvardhan]

Planning to get one, how is it after 8 months now?

[@odeondanton]

PS: the beep at 7:30 was a Christine moment ! Watch out !

[@G0K3001]

..."death to the sh*tters"!

[@gregnixon1296]

"Keep a knockin', but you can't come in..."

[@showtime1901]

Owned a 2023 Atlas V6 SE with tech for a couple of months now. The more I drive it, the more I love it.

[@antisocialgaming1814]

VW can make cars of the future but cant perfects reliability of today !

[@bazatul1]

I'm from Europe and even here VW right now has a reputation for poor reliability and not being very honest with the Diesel gate and all that. They used to make very solid cars for an honest price.

[@haVVk22]

i have a 2002 vw passat with a 1.9 tdi engine with 500 000 km and it's still running well:)

[@bazatul1]

@@haVVk22 If it is the 1.9 TDI ALH engine ..those are legendary for easily going up to 1.000.000 km, but they have changed all that..see how great are the TSI/TFSI engines they make nowadays and all the problems they bring along.

[@Matt-dd1zr]

Sherpa I have a 2006 Seat Leon with the volkswagen 1.9 tdi engine, I have 203 000 km on it. My dad has a 2011 Passat and my grandfather a 2011 Touran, both have the same problems at the same time, It’s like they do it on purpose.

[@krzysztofchrostowski5698]

Vw is straight garbage. Scotty you should get toyota highlander or honda pilot. problem free and peace of mind for at least 15-20years.. Vw is money pit. Very poorly made and suffer from very low reliablity.

[@philtheo]

My take on the VW Tiguan 😊 It's a great car for the first 100k miles or so. After that, good luck! And frequent oil changes for a VW are a must.

[@aldaley3537]

2 years later, Scotty: “I was wrong about the 2021 VW Atlas. Boy was I wrong, It’s still a rolling pile of crap!”

[@1968jpy]

I recently purchased a new 2020 4 motion 2.0 turbo Volkswagen Tiguan and absolutely love my new ride . Never thought I’d buy a Volkswagen but I did and am very satisfied with it 👍🏻

[@coreybm123]

I love those SUV’s I want one. I have a TDI beetle absolutely one of the best cars I’ve ever had

[@Aceses]

So my wife and I recently bought a 2018 (I normally would never buy a first model year of any vehicle) it had 135,000km when we bought it and now is closer to 150,000km and despite its high mileage it drives exactly like a brand new one! Whereas our 2016 Chevy Equinox (also V6) was lower mileage, it's age was severely starting to show. Needless to say, we never thought we'd buy a VW, but after research and testing the other vehicles in this category it was the best option for us and we are extremely happy with it

[@derek9079]

I test drove an atlas and the A/C broke during the test drive 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️

[@theepicjamez99]

Damn that's weird, my 2006 Jetta AC is FREEZING COLD!

[@mrsfarzana4703]

Quality at It's best 😅😅😅

[@kingbutters2721]

Not as bad as a new Mercedes l with transmission problems

[@travisjones780]

What problems does Volkswagen have with their 4 cylinder engines Scotty?

[@2004cyrus]

Derek whoa

[@Nestle245]

Definitely paid off. You had nothing bad to say about VW.

[@scottharrisohn6972]

relax its just a review.

[@ridgefrost]

The only standard for comfort i recognize is scotty's wife's back being happy with the ride

[@ridgefrost]

@@Patrick-yh5yd well then a pinto is the pinnacle of comfort

[@mmone1178]

My son has the 21 Atlas with all the bells and whistles. It rides very nice. Very reliable so far. Thanks for sharing

[@929mikes]

Most if not all cars brand new will be reliable. If they break down no sweat, warranty covers cost. How reliable after warranty is the big question., Everyone here says how great the car is when they are new or fairly new. No real data on these cars as far as long term.

[@Rockybalboa541]

VWs are reliable and easy to work on

[@daniels7862]

We’ve owned ours 2019 new VR6 and still hasn’t given us and issues. We almost wish we did so we can take advantage of the warranty. It’s the first car my mom has bought at the end of the lease. We lease every two years and have owned almost every brand. The Atlas has been the most reliable. Go figure😂

[@stephenarling1667]

My V8 Studebaker got mileage like that, more than half a century ago.

[@jeffreydevoti7000]

My grandmother had a Studebaker and I remember my father talking about it's hill holder feature. Two separate master cylinders.

[@thein1990]

Just bought a 2021 for the wife!! She loves it and the kids love the panoramic sunroof!! But ours was only $40k

[@WaslonLopes]

5:28 your arm is recovering fast of the dog bite! God bless Skotty for our happyness.

[@nilestyle88]

the dog was an endless money pit & should go straight to the junkyard

[@WaslonLopes]

@@nilestyle88 hahahahahaha

[@ion9270]

The V6 3.0TDI VW Touareg is a tank here in Europe, it reaches a high mileage (aprox. 250000) without any problems if taken care of. The same diesel engine is placed among the vag group on models like VW Phaeton, Audi A6, A8, Q7, Porsche Cayenne etc. Americans don't know how nice is the feeling you get on an automatic diesel. ;)

[@HighGear7445]

My 2019 2.0 S model averages 26.1 mpgs (VDUBER on Fuelly). I do mostly country driving and am easy on the throttle. The 2.0 front drive is faster in most scenarios than the 6 with 4wd (weight penalty). Last year of the 6 year warrantee and I got 7k off of list price. Hell of a bargain I think.

[@melodd4169]

I had a 2009 Passat V6 made in Germany. It was a well built car and quite peppy. I bought it used with 25K miles and drove it 75k more. No engine or transmission issues but electronics started giving issues. I was then in a car accident and it was totaled. I went back with Toyota. I put 170K miles on a Camry with no major problems. This time I got an used Avalon. I miss my Fender Sound System and big brakes, but that is about all.

[@scott3605]

Does this mean Scotty's coming out of the VW closet? 😆

[@dragospahontu]

Volkswagen make the most practical and ergonomical cars.

[@notreallymikevrabel5738]

Scotty secretly loves VW

[@gerryhamm9041]

My son and daughter-in-law just bought one of these rigs. All I can say as a Toyota fan..this is a very nice SUV. Smooth quiet and comfortable. Very nice indeed!

[@raoulraoul7129]

OMG I could't belive VW will ever make such a modern and simple car. Wonderful !

[@bowlrice5986]

Just traded mine in after 2.5 years of ownership had enough of vw problems it was in the shop 8 times for odd problems last one was a fuel pump replacement. It also started to squeak and rattle after 20k miles got a Mazda way better quality and reliability good luck if you own one of these atlas

[@agumelen]

I had owned the 2018 Atlas in red, until this year. I loved everything about it, except its gas mileage. Other than that, it’s a well made vehicle.

[@beglight]

What did you buy instead of your Atlas? Curious what former Atlas drivers switch to. Thank you.

[@agumelen]

@@beglight I went quite small. I bought a 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, in manual. I had missed driving a manual car and also wanted something smaller so parking would be less of an issue where I live in The Bronx. Needless to say, the gas mileage is a whole lot better, which was the most important to me. I actually considered getting an all electric vehicle but since I don’t own my own home, I found that charging it would’ve been a real problem for me.

[@davidbias2509]

I have a 2020 Atlas Cross Sport SE with tech. The VR6 engine is very smooth and the 4motion AWD did great in all the snow we got this winter. Its listed as a mid size SUV but feels like a full size. I took it to get the windows tinted and the tiny guy said good lord that thing is wide! Didn't feel like it would fit through the garage doors. Lol.

[@brianlego98gaming]

coming up: I lost my mind and bought a 2021 Bronco Sport

[@pdlynch4330]

Love dem 3 cylinders...

[@brianlego98gaming]

@@pdlynch4330 darn right, the bronco sport is way better than those stupid jeep renegades

[@coltonfarrell9593]

@@brianlego98gaming I'd hope they would be better than the renegade since it's been out for nearly 7 years.

[@peternieswandt3010]

We just bought one of these - a VW atlas cross sport. We live in Canada and just had three feet of snow. My car went no where however the atlas was a beast in the snow. It’s a great car. No issues. Made in the USA and we have the 6 cylinder engine. Crappy on gas. About 12 to 13 l per 100km - 19 to 17 mpg in the city. Better on the highway. I would recommend one of these if you have a few kids and need room. Smooth ride. Definitely not a speed demon but great to take to the slopes and on longer trips. I do wish the quality was a wee bit more like the Touareg but at the present price point the atlas is a decent value. I agree with Scotty even though it’s not a Toyota. It’s sad but the only American car I would even consider is a f150. I grew up in the 70s and 80s and the big three lost genX - at least in my circle. The I’m happy VW is in Chattanooga - needed spell check for that. Thanks for your hard work Scott.

[@dragospahontu]

VOLKSWAGEN make the most ergonomical and practical cars.

[@danlauer9676]

"I guess it beeped in agreement"... more likely, it's already showing signs of electronic glitching straight from the factory.

[@NO-END]

They auto lock after you stop driving if you don't lock the doors and doesn't detect the key fob in vehicle. The tiguan i had did that as well.

[@danlauer9676]

@@NO-END Makes sense, thanks!

[@jdawg9481]

He probably leaned against the handle and if you have the keys on you, it thinks your locking the doors. You tap the outside of handle to lock, and has a sensor on the inside of the handle to unlock

[@jptaylor]

Interesting that people look for ANYTHING to nail VW on as far as their perceived lack of quality is concerned. Sad. I absolutely love my ‘21 Jetta 6mt. Too bad so many are looking to assassinate VW.

[@joalmeria891]

Scotty: "It has dual exhuast" Volkswagen: *Cough Cough*

[@2004cyrus]

Jo Awesome lmao exactly

[@juanleon7758]

Volkswagen should have vr6 engines in more of their cars because those things not only sound nice but are more reliable than the tsi engines.

[@blue-ck9ns]

They won’t, because the VR6 is a gas guzzler.

[@salihhsalihhsalih6368]

I have 2024 VW Atlas comfortline It has these disadvantages so far 1- water gets inside the engine room once you wash my Atlas 2- you have to put the driving mode on Eco every time you start the car , it is annoying 3- the car is rattling a lot from the doors and seats 4- the sound of the heating fan is loud 5- it doesn’t have the windshield heater inside the frond window glass , Toyota rav4 has it 6- line assist is not very efficient, try it and you will know what I mean 7- the radar system doesn’t work in the snowy and rainy conditions 8- the fan of climate control is only controlled by the screen, if the screen damaged then you may freeze or get very hot until you get to a mechanical shop 9- the engine turns off once you shift the gear from R to D

[@martindasilva3563]

Almost got an Atlas when I got my Tiguan last year. Love both and would buy another Tiguan tomorrow! Super smooth and practical, and honestly exceeded the fuel economy ratings in the real world. I’m no slow poke, so that says something. It even has the 4Motion all wheel drive. For a compact SUV, it is definitely the most fun to drive of it’s competitors.

[@myjeanification]

I’m buying in a few weeks and Tiguan is on my short list. I’ve heard people say its under powered when things open up I’ll test drive one.

[@gunnargeroy8406]

Martin da Silva the only people who don’t like Volkswagen are people who’ve never had one! Love my jetta

[@martindasilva3563]

Kathleen Biederstadt Honestly, it’s no slouch. If you are used to V6 type power numbers, you may find it a bit slow. It’s a great commuter, and it really shines on the highway. I drove down to Georgia a few months after I got it, and the 1600 mile trip was great. Seats are really comfortable too. It is one of the largest in the segment, but it is still easy enough to park in the city.

[@martindasilva3563]

Gunnar Geroy so true! I don’t think I’ll ever drive anything else, unless I have a second car.

[@ross5323]

Thank the VR6 design for the working room. Such a smart move by them. It’s also got an Aisin transmission too. Great combo!

[@thrashingjustin]

Wish they would turbo the vr6 :(

[@lenders1164]

@@thrashingjustin Q7 is what you'd be looking at for that

[@NileshR12]

This Tourmaline Blue Metallic looks amazing & so do the 20" two-tone silver & black wheels look great

[@jchap9115]

Thank you Scotty. Ive worked at the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga since 2011 and I can say that Volkswagen really does care about there products that are made here in the USA. We are starting to make the ID4 and I will tell you that the weld quality in the body shot is top Quality. Hope to see you drive one of these ID4’s in the future.

[@user-qn3qo5wc2v]

They are to small! Like all EVs

[@mysticalmisfit1332]

Love it! I’m a VW fan. My Jetta has been good to me.😊

[@gunnargeroy8406]

Mine has 130k miles and no major issues. Love it.

[@landonc5355]

I love my GLI

[@Jose_Ole_Posole]

I love the look and feel of VW. I've owned a Jetta and V8 Passat in the past. But it's the long term accountability that steers me away from truly being a VW owner again.

[@ayo30s]

I’m SO RELIEVED, I thought the Atlas was going to get a Negative Review, Thanks Chief, 👍🏾👊🏾✌🏾🇳🇬🇺🇸

[@Therealestrunnerluda]

How is it so far I'm thinking of getting it

[@dannymotovlogs4254]

@@Therealestrunnerluda me too

[@jorgeu111]

looking at the comments I would like to do this clarifications: 1) he didn't buy it, he clearly said it was a demo unit 2) he didn't say if it will be reliable or not, he said several times there is not much history since it was release in 2018 3) He clearly said people get them because they like volkswagen, not because they're reliable or anything, he even mention how problematic are the 4 cylinder turbos.

[@jdmforever5583]

I'm not surprised Scotty's given this VW a good review it's brand new!

[@snowdust2752]

Hey scotty I just bought a 2016 passatt with 8,000 miles on it. And I love it , it rides great!!

[@nd493]

Who is this imposter? Where is Scotty?

[@richardclyman8948]

Hello Mr. Kilmer, I watch your videos religiously as you are the BEST and most trustworthy and most honest mechanic I have ever come across! My wife and I just leases a brand new 2023 VW Atlas SE with 2.0 Turbo 4-cylinder front drive only engine (since we live in Florida and we don’t need the AWD- my brother has (2021) one with a V6 and AWD since he lives in Minnesota with heavy snow and has a large sailboat weighing around 3k pounds to two. My point is that when we got ours a month ago and the AC in the front, middle, and rear are not cold. Only “cool”. My other car being a crappy 2015 Kia Soul blasts winter cold air without any issue. We took the Atlas to the VW dealer service dept they could not find anything wrong other than they added. Fresh Freon. That didn’t do any good. It’s still not legitimately COLD. The third row seat vents is worse off being warmer than cool. What is causing the Atlas to not produce cold enough air temperature when the AC is set at Max? Is the compressor faulty or some sort of computer programmed that’s flawed?

[@daniels7862]

Oh something is definitely wrong! We bought our 19 atlas new VR6 and we absolutely love it. Our house we keep the ac 67-68 all year long so we like it cold and the atlas gets so cold we have to turn the temp up. I would take it to another dealer for a second opinion.

[@Horizon301.]

You need diesels. Here in the UK these would typically have 3 litre diesels. Economy would likely best or match a 1 litre eco boost

[@robertburton8055]

One thing most people don’t know about VR6 Atlases…. They sound AMAZING with an exhaust on them!!!!

[@YesIcan23]

Hey Scotty I have a 2018 se awd 6 cylinder with 170k so far so good

[@Charlieperez714]

Hows the Atlas now ? Wondering if i should buy one. How many miles in 2024 ? Any suggestions?

[@RobDaman]

Just picked up a 22 4motion SE Tech 2.0T. interior room is crazy big for a midsize. We got rid of our 13 LX570 and have zero regrets

[@Tyrann86]

i like the design and simple layout of controls in the cabin. Everything makes sense. I hate some of the newer american or japanese cars with so many buttons or touchscreens that isnt easy for someone new to the car to just get in and be able to drive and control a few basic features like radio control or a/c. I think the Atlas is a great suv and id consider it when it gets a slightly better engine.

[@luxuryhomes8889]

Scotty absolute LOVES VW's........ he tries to hate them but loves them.

[@fernandomendez1564]

Scotty,Scotty Welcome to the VW family.. nice SUV

[@prod.mxmo_mk9]

My mom got a 2018 since there are 4 of us kids and it works well we have had it since December 2019 and has worked quite well

[@AymenMusnic]

Scotty is finally reviewing a vw there's no arguing that!!

[@salty7346]

I just drove our brand new Atlas home...it's the 4 cylinder, but wow was I impressed with the power it put out.

[@normal_176]

I love the Atlas. Great ride! 🔥👍

[@komradkolonel]

A guy I knew back in high school drove a 70s VW Rabbit with the diesel. It had faded paint, a dash with a huge crack down the middle, constantly smelled like diesel fuel, and rolled coal but none of that mattered because it had well over 200,000 miles on it and still worked like a Swiss watch. VW used to make really solid cars. I think they stared going down hill around the mid 90s.

[@matts.996]

2005 was the last year of good Volkswagens

[@bradschertz6736]

We love our 2019 Atlas SE with tech, V6 and 4motion. Great review!

[@jessieh.8443]

Any issues? I’m Thinking of buying the cross sport.

[@bradschertz6736]

@@jessieh.8443 The only issue we have had with it was a recall for the control links in the suspension were bad / loose and making noise so they replaced it for free with the warranty. It's been trouble free now with almost 35,000 miles.....great vehicle.

[@drwisdom1]

No! I have been driving VWs since 1972 but after watching years of Mr. Kilmer's videos I decided to buy a used Toyota T100 pickup (VW doesn't make pickups). It is a good truck and he was right. So now Mr. Kilmer is recommending a VW I would never consider buying. I love VWs because of their manual transmissions, but you can only get an automatic with the Atlas. Paddle shifters don't float my boat. I have a 92 Corrado VR6 I bought new and a 2015 Golf Sportwagen TDI that gets 55mpg doing 75mph. But I would never get a VW SUV with an automatic when the alternatives are an RX, GX, LX, Land Cruiser, 4Runner, or Highlander.

[@IKhanNot]

The Atlas, especially in R Line trim, looks amazing and has tons of space but SUVs like the Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander bring more to the table. The Atlas looks like it should have been introduced in 2013, runs an ancient DFI VR6 engine (known carbon buildup and valve cover leak issues) and the 8 speed transmissions have whining and clicking sounds which VW refuses to address despite the complaints. Also, the Atlas replaced the far superior Touareg which is still available in other markets and has more capability and features. A Toyota Highlander Hybrid is pretty much the gold standard for family crossovers today.