The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Has A Fresh Face And More Tech!

[@ZenEndurance]

We’ve got a 2019 and it’s amazing. Love it!

[@latinlabel]

Time to trade up!

[@chocltelvr]

Was able to experience one as a rental and I fell in love with it. I really want this.

[@MrAjay3234]

any issue with it so far? especially "mechanical" staff ???

[@SurferTy]

We have a 2018. Looks the same! Minus the exhaust tips and the front! Great car!

[@TheMrAv1]

That second row has plenty of adjustment to allow him to comfortably fit in the third row

[@schuylerthomas5965]

I was about to say why didn’t he adjust the 2nd row? I’m 6’8 and I fit in the 3rd row

[@MrAjay3234]

@@schuylerthomas5965 do you own one? I'm in the market for a 3row midsize SUV and any real world experience will be greatly appreciated. Thanks

[@aliqureshi3649]

@@MrAjay3234 There's plenty of space in the thirs row. For 6ft tall, just got to move the 2nd row slightly forward which has more than required legroom and you're good. Look out for 2019 models, VW offer great incentives these days since the 2021 is coming out shortly.

[@NileshR12]

Schuyler Thomas Whoa 6'8! Damn that's impressive! That should be stated on the VW website & in reviews of it 😂

[@af7119]

@@MrAjay3234 my brother and I are 6'3" and 6'2" and we can each sit behind each other comfortably on trips from LA to Phoenix. Talking 2nd and 3rd row.

[@MattChat56]

Just the best car reviews on KZbin.

[@Van-Hammer]

The front looks better now but they could have done a little more with the interior styling. Overall it looks handsome.

[@mikepayne3154]

I enjoy both of you guys on your show. Keep up the great work.

[@takayama1638]

I love the looks of the Atlas and Tiguan! My daughter bought a Tiguan, it. Is nice. Drives great, at 6’2”, I even have plenty of room in back seat. Solid feel. I’d get the Atlas though.

[@2004cyrus]

Taka Yama I own a 2019 Tiguan and love it. I’d like the new Atlas Cross sport now tho

[@threepac]

Actually liked the previous headlights and DRLs

[@wocaomade]

The previous design definitely gave the Atlas more personality, this new one just looks like the DRLs on the Golf R

[@patrickamponsah679]

I don't understand why some people just don't like anything new. Always complaining

[@threepac]

Patrick Amponsah Whaaaat?? I just think it looks better... has nothing to do with whether it’s new or not.

[@wocaomade]

@@threepac I agree with you on that one, I also think some people just want to complain about other people complaining. But I know it's all down to different personal tastes, so no intention to harm Patrick

[@MrMartin10884]

@@wocaomade I agree. Plus they took the fog lights away for 2021. I have a 2019 and added the LED bulbs to the fog lights which make a huge difference.

[@NileshR12]

I love this Atlas SEL Premium R-Line with the extended body color panels at the bottom quarters of the Atlas!

[@bosse641]

Really like the Atlas. Wish it could be had with a powerful N/A V8.

[@wocaomade]

You don't put an engine into a car platform that is the same as the Golf haha, although I can see the space should be enough, the thing is you have to put a transverse engine

[@robbwolf3309]

Nice video guys. Wish they had a TDI!

[@tuananhha94]

This refresh definitely look better than the previous one. And it comes with green exterior which I likeeee..

[@jacobyo99]

The 2.0 is dangerously underpowered for a vehicle this big

[@ismaeldah6512]

jacobyo 99 agreed. Hopefully it doesn’t end up handling and driving like a mini boat

[@DeniJasmina]

Did you test drive one?

[@jacobyo99]

VWdeni at the absolute minimum, it weighs 4200 pounds. It’s not enough!

[@al151]

Not really. Even Audi Q7 can be optioned with a 2.0t engine. You should go to Europe and see cars and suvs with 1.4 1.6t engines for emissions.

[@tntzimmerman9552]

Less hp but only 4 pound of feet less torque. Throw a tube on it. Greatly out performs the v6.

[@mariaparedes1117]

I love this car❤️

[@bradschertz6736]

Love the VW Atlas! Great vehicle.

[@angellousutharsann]

I think I like this refresh a lot because they didn’t charge what didn’t need to be changed, they didn’t change the identity of the car.

[@NedNew]

I drove one of these lately. It make happy moment for me. Plenty of power, good on fuel economy too. I'll buy it once I can get the emerald green paint option. It come in three months.

[@Jokero_YT]

I had a 2019 Atlas SE 3.6 for about a week, took it on a long road trip also, it has great space and comfort, the 3.6 was adequate for it but I had a hard time keeping up with my friend's Q7 TDI. I did miss my 2019 AllTrack during that week and couldn't wait to get back in as my daily.

[@tylerhumpfer2493]

reliability issues are the main reason we didn't look at the Atlas closer when we bought our Palisade. I like the looks and size of the Atlas but the thought of living with it past the warranty period and hearing some owners already shopping for another vehicle due to constant issues with theirs squashed further interest.

[@jennifercollins2658]

I have a 2018 and it is a POS. In the shop for the 3rd time already this year for the same issue due to a recall. Hope the later models are better but you are better off with the Palisade. How is that it?

[@tylerhumpfer2493]

@@jennifercollins2658 it's a very comfortable vehicle. have driven it on a few 5hr road trips to see family now and it makes the drive feel easy. We averaged 25-26mpg with the stock tires, and are now at 21-22mpg with a tire more suited for winter driving.

[@gn3ricc]

Can’t wait to see this in the repair shop.

[@2004cyrus]

Heng S they don’t break anymore

[@gn3ricc]

Joshua Rutter it’s a German car, of course it’ll break down.

[@spongebob2731]

3 inches longer and none of it is used to increase interior space.. what's the point?

[@briana.7932]

Patrick C Safety aka Pedestrian Protection! Btw interior space is already best in class. :)

[@spongebob2731]

@@briana.7932 I'm sure there are better ways to increase pedestrian protection than increasing its overall length.

[@RudyM2024]

He could've adjusted the middle seat to comfortably fit in the third row. I've been inside one. Trust me. More room than u would expect

[@MrAjay3234]

@@briana.7932 Is even better than the Honda Pilot??

[@brianbaker4745]

I like the looks and the space of the Atlas, but when I test drove it was SSSSLLLLOOOWWW! We bought a Yukon instead.

[@brianbaker4745]

@@killdizzle no. 3.6

[@xtaffcb]

BRIAN BAKER I agree completely. Needs a turbo 6 or turbo 6 diesel.

[@gnolb5072]

We love our 2018 with the VR 3.6, it tows like a beast! The best low end torque of any N/A V6 in the class.

[@evilz33]

They need to bring back the tdi. My wife has the Touareg and when the turbo kicks in it’s pretty peppy.

[@luisavilez8842]

evilz33 Touareg is smaller but superior I everything, my wife drives an atlas it’s pretty good a a family car but Touareg I had was superior, obviously you can see the price difference

[@frankierupert9234]

It’s a VW- q7

[@smsetty]

They should just bring the Touareg to the US. It looks much better and has more tech.

[@angellousutharsann]

I agree but it wouldn’t sell to well because if it’s the same price as q7, then people might not buy it

[@icxcnika555]

Will the upgrades also be on the 2021 atlas crossover ? There is no 2.0T 4Motion Rline before

[@bradschertz6736]

Love the VW Atlas!

[@larrylucas5731]

Well is the engine going to be a 4cyl. or the v6?

[@harikumararumugam9339]

Which is best vehicle in this category?

[@douglastong3208]

An Atlas with a twin-turbo V6 would be even better, like a GTI on steroids. That would make taking the kids to the soccer game a lot more fun.

[@ilir7265]

At least ONE-TURBO I feel like I'm going the gas station every other day, I have 2 of them, 2018 selR Line and 2019 sel premium still very, very cheap inside

[@andrewporterfield5599]

I have the 2019 VW Atlas SE with Tech R-Line... Honestly, I don't see much difference.. doesn't look worth the extra cost

[@rafey77]

remember guys and girls his 6-2

[@J-W.-]

Thank god they didnt move the BSM indicator to the inside mirror cap like they did the Tiguan.

[@af7119]

Some people say FOward instead of FORward. It boggles my mind.

[@haze1123]

Previous grille and headlights looked better. If Volkswagen could make this reliable they'd have a winner on their hands.

[@2004cyrus]

haze1123 it is

[@MT-gk4yq]

Huge improvements! 3 inches longer, no extra space, still an under-powered engine, but what really sold me... the stitching under my ass. A boatload of value for $35-50 K.

[@Bikerbug2020]

Looks good, just wish VW would make them more in the looks of the SEAT models

[@marckruse2181]

Looks great

[@thiagolima5232]

Better ...and amazing

[@jasminepennell774]

Needs DVD player

[@eaglemihnea]

Nice dad jokes guys

[@aaronb1301]

Looks nice!

[@OpenTheB0x]

3.0T would be nice for the next one

[@andrewgaffka3525]

We skipped on this vehicle because we couldn’t get cooled seats and roof mounted rear hvac vents. Those are a must in FL. Did they add these for this new gen?

[@NileshR12]

Andrew Gaffka Uh they have cooled seats on the SEL Premium on the pre-refresh model as well. Idk about rooof mounted rear HVAC vents but they probably have then integrated in a different spot like the rear of the 1st row center console for the 2nd row passengers & shld be integrated in the pillars for the 3rd row as well

[@2004cyrus]

Andrew Gaffka not roof mounted vents

[@Turtle4turtles]

I like my current LED lights but I still want THIS😍

[@danielmunoz966]

By any chance would these model come with remote start?

[@jenellechristian6236]

I have the 2019 atlas and I can start mine from the key fob

[@danielmunoz966]

@@jenellechristian6236 thank you! my wife is looking for a new SUV and she likes the Atlas but for her remote start is a must since we live in the midwest.

[@bradleypollack5658]

They should have upped the horsepower of the V6 its underpowered and slower in comparison to its rivals. At least have an optional turbocharged VR6 with 375 hp.

[@Steve-ub5yo]

Bradley Pollack then your just tapping in to the Audi market....

[@perezsykes3803]

In Volkswagen’s defense I do believe Roman is at least 6 ft tall. No one will actually put anyone over 5’8 on the third row. C’mon guys.

[@WW-wf8tu]

VW gives you what you pay for.

[@jonashellweg9175]

Nathan, keep speaking German 😄 loved it! Maybe a review in German?

[@Jesus-eb8yk]

What they already came with 2021 model. when is the 2020 model coming out I’m digging this suv.....

[@2004cyrus]

Jesus same with Kia Seltos/ all 2021 models - 2020 has been on the lot since last fall

[@organizenoise]

I am still waiting on the Diesel!!!

[@Great_America]

Still not enough power. VW needs to offer a V6 turbocharged engine option. Ugh 😫

[@JEG6919]

The teeth are looking better. A must for any close proximity camera work. 👍🏻

[@humblehalfacre8464]

Wait! What about the 2020. There not out yet....I'm still waiting to get mine! I choose the top of the line without the sun roof. I could see the sun spot through the soft flimsy slide shade and feel the heat coming right through the glass roof. Would be too hot for me in the south west summers. Plus don't like the new pushed out front grill and headlights either of this 2021.

[@andrelima5124]

2021 will be to late for this to be competitive.

[@snoozeCTRL]

0:46. Pause... you mean that’s what she said

[@hoops3166]

Where’s the v8 from the Porsche family?????? I think they would sell like hot cakes👍👍👍👍

[@Jimmyjam33]

VW has milked that 3.6 for way too long. The 4cyl gets 258ft lbs, they need a V6 that gets 300hp/300 ft lbs for the big Atlas to feel like it's worth it.

[@wocaomade]

They need the 2.5T VR6

[@NileshR12]

Why did they have to add a reflector that runs the entire width of the bumper? 🤦🏽‍♂️🙄 And what happened to the fog lights? They should've added LED foglights & not let the Atlas not have fog lights

[@limpunsing224]

It looks better than the current model

[@pacoboss6865]

Reliable Car ?

[@stevedoyel]

Looks great. Lack of HP concerns me...

[@JohnsonRacing2049]

Showing the 2021 when the 2020 isn’t out yet lol.

[@2004cyrus]

Ajdrums 48 that’s how it works. But 2020 have been on the lot since December. Same with Kia Seltos. That’s how it works with cars.

[@calimade8136]

That suv needs at least a 30 hp bump up.

[@calimade8136]

They really need to increase the hp and torque.. I mean at least 300 hp it's 2021 🤷‍♂️

[@rebeccaferrante1639]

This actually looks a lot like a BMW SUV no new ideas just manufacturers coping each other.😎

[@Danielle-tx2es]

the most we have is 4 people

[@mkel0385]

But where are the fog lights

[@michaeltibuni255]

Let the VW guy explain the differences without you interrupting all the time

[@ae86fiend]

I bet it still has a water pump problem. Perhaps a bad fuel pump? Or maybe bad catalytic converters?

[@2004cyrus]

ae86fiend nope

[@lonnie0721]

Now it looks like a 2007 year model instead of a 2005. .

[@2004cyrus]

Lonnie Matthews can you even afford one? Or you just trolling ?

[@bz6619]

can barely tell the difference from the previous one

[@2004cyrus]

B elitesmoker big difference

[@20gravedigger11]

More important than looks... did VW actually increase its power? Because this thing drags, and not in a good way!

[@jsanford01]

This car was great until I found out it had a fake/false exhaust like the Audi Q8. If it's not functional, move it out of the design! Don't try and fool people with plastic styling around an exhaust exit. We aren't fish!

[@hercnav8964]

They do sell this in Germany.....

[@mct8888]

Looks insanely good, but very slow and the interior is trash. Lots of flimsy plastic everywhere.

[@Adammc1310]

most interior space in its class. js.

[@tylerhumpfer2493]

if you look at the actual specs of vehicles though it's a lot of wasted space though. its basically the cabin height being a bit taller then competitors. if you look at the seat measurements the Palisade/Telluride are about the same or offer more room.

[@Adammc1310]

That bit taller in height is make or break for 90% of my clients. Wasted space? I highly disagree.

[@tylerhumpfer2493]

@@Adammc1310 in what way?? I'm 6'5" and have more then plenty headroom while driving and have more legroom. we have 2 60lbs dogs that easily fit with our suitcase and their kennels on one side.

[@Adammc1310]

Tyler Humpfer Tyler your 6’2” don’t exaggerate and your two dogs are are 55.2 and 55.9 lbs they have been eating healthier. Gosh. Don’t you weigh your animals bi weekly?

[@tylerhumpfer2493]

@@Adammc1310 you're right I'm actually 6'5 1/4" and the dogs are more 61 lbs and 64 lbs respectfully (laziest Aussies you'll meet). so what way is that little bit taller cabin a make or break consideration for your "clients"

[@jaytate491]

The line through the gas cap is really odd.

[@2004cyrus]

Jason Tate gas cap? Or fuel door?

[@wintermad1969]

It's made in TENNESSEE, not Germany....

[@2004cyrus]

Brandt Crandall he said Chattanooga

[@bobp1016]

The bottom of the front bumper in is just ugly with the big cut outs. Too expensive for what you get.

[@tedbaxter5234]

Another maintenance intensive, expensive to maintain German offering.

[@mr.c3939]

Hardly. I've owned VW models for the last 10 years and they cost only about 10% more then my wife's Honda to maintain. Find a decent dealer and don't get screwed.

[@mr.c3939]

@Naughtysauce 2013 Subaru Outback that burnt oil since new and they wouldn't fix it till they lost a class action lawsuit for the issue. Wife's Honda has had the infotainment unit crash several times and always needs to go to the dealer and my Nissan Rogue work vehicle is a complete POS. Transmission, electrical issues and poor build quality. So the Japanese build crap too. Glad you're happy with your Toyota, but I am equally happy with my VW's and always will be.

[@2004cyrus]

Ted Baxter made in Tennessee

[@lonewolf30531]

It’s good that they are fixing the look. It was ugly as bolls.

[@jh5kl]

we wouldn t like that car in Europe, too big, crude design, its like a truck, etc 'foreign' Volkswagens we want in Europe, are the Volkswagen Nivus and probably the taigun and tarek

[@Great_America]

Did not ever by a sh*t Chrysler 😂

[@93remix]

Sad... the base engine is WEAK and the 3rd row is a JOKE. Why Americans won't buy mini-vans make no SENSE

[@electrology]

these length / girth comments are so stale and lame!

[@wocaomade]

Not going to buy it unless the engine compartment can seat 2 men

[@Just_politicking_podcast_1017]

And kept the same small gas tank waste

[@2004cyrus]

shaq lat what

[@Just_politicking_podcast_1017]

Joshua Rutter They day they updated it but kept the same Small gas tank from Before

[@2004cyrus]

shaq lat how many gallons should a gas tank hold tho? Why is it a problem? I own one and don’t have any problems

[@deemabe719]

Looks similar to a Jeep Cherokee

[@aadlen]

Bear can

[@mobgma]

less warranty due to all the class action lawsuits? LOL garbage.

[@ActivEthan]

mobgma no 😂 class action law suits are what caused them to give 2017-19s the best bumper to bumper on the market. Now that all the lawsuits have died down is why they’re going back to the 4 year/50,000 You’re a little behind bubba 😂

[@2004cyrus]

mobgma no

[@jacobyo99]

Looks so much better in the front. The old one looked like a bulldog

[@anrivera1975]

Interior looks super cheap, people don't get in love of it, needs better cool things, ambient lights, nappa leather, seat electronic control. Etc. Exterior looks nice though

[@butterwaffeln]

Bad camera guy

[@1985Jesg]

The infotainment system is outdated and ugly. Besides that it’s fine.

[@davidmorad4405]

“Functional exhaust tips”?? Keep it real guys the exhaust tips are FAKE, and nonfunctional!! The vehicle, however, is awesome!

[@phillipalv8641]

The styling still looks dated , they need to start from scratch and redo the whole suv and then it might look good .

[@MrSelvin78]

Exterior think it is still good.Interior is edgy like before and any driver or passengers would feel uncomfortable easily like before.same case with all USA specific VWs.

[@Danielle-tx2es]

i dont understand...we dont have 7 pax families anymore...can they understand?

[@ayo30s]

👍🏾👊🏾✌🏾🇳🇬🇺🇸

[@Orange-yp9bl]

I never seen one on the road ... 🤷‍♂️ might be a shitty SUV