The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport R-Line Is An Audi-Like Premium SUV

[@keska01]

Took mine on a 3 day road trip and man it was so comfortable and never struggled with power! I got 28 mpg going 70 on cruise… love my atlas cross sport 🥳

[@mikepj1025]

Is yours the 4 cylinder turbo ?

[@keska01]

@@mikepj1025 yes, that’s the only engine available in the new generation. Drives really well though. 🤩

[@mikepj1025]

@@keska01good to hear. I really like them. I get nervous with turbos. Not familiar with them

[@keska01]

@@mikepj1025 it’ll be all good, wouldn’t worry too much about it… too much fuss in the internet about it ☺️

[@mikekennedy9817]

How does it handle at 80 to 85 MPH on interstate? Too noisy?

[@richardtaylor5607]

Cars weighing 4500 lbs with a 4 cylinder is just insanity

[@toddstevens8506]

Why, it has roughly the same torque, likely more under the curve at most rpm's than the VR6? What's insane is the fact that it's considered "midsized".

[@devn3813]

With the price and size of these vehicles they seriously need to start bringing Audi engines down like the 3.0T in it even a detuned one. It needs it

[@MrVuTran]

I have both Q8 and Q7 2.0T. The 2.0T has plenty of power to haul 6 people and some luggage.

[@devn3813]

@@MrVuTran how many miles does it have?

[@8VD80Y]

It can tow 5000 pounds.

[@teddysdadcory]

VW: Everybody hates this touch control screen… ….let’s put it in more stuff!! 🙄

[@varsity2845]

Atlas is a great looking car but man I miss the Touareg. Just saw the 2024 reveal Touareg overseas and I was amazed how it looked. Literally looked like an Audi on steroids. If you haven’t seen it look it up it’s insane.

[@atmartens]

Us silly Americans are focused on brand recognition and hating wagons.

[@Mshi-]

@@atmartensno

[@AG-jh1ky]

The Euro Touareg is fantastic,but it will cost close to 100k euros

[@richardmyles8237]

They should have him as a consultant for every car brand to make recommendations. He is always spot on . I totally value his opinion on cars

[@planetfabulous5833]

She's great!

[@isimonsez]

all the people complaining about a 4cyl must be stuck in 1989 when a 4cyl got you like 80hp. People don't buy a crossover for speed 😂 that's not what they're for. Majority of people also don't keep their cars 10+yrs so who cares if it gives out at 200k

[@dominiquenicole8172]

Literally

[@verareginageenen2713]

I am so happy I got the 2024 R-Line in Platinum Gray AWD. Gorgeous and and awesome drive.

[@keytothegate68]

It is unthinkable that anything less than V-6 T powers this big car.

[@reserva120]

Tell that to GM with the 1500

[@fleshrocker]

Love the look and styling. But, lack of physical climate buttons for ac/heated seats and steering wheel moved this into the reject pile for me. Who wants to fiddle with a touchscreen while you’re driving.

[@donna8243]

And no physical button for the auto start/stop. That's the cherry on the 'reject pile' for me.

[@vin2689ny]

It has voice commands. So you don’t have to fiddle with a touchscreen

[@chrisb9478]

I hope the reliability has gotten better. It seems really nice & I usually like how VW’s drive & feel. I’ve just seen so many hits at the 1st Gen Atlas reliability & problems.

[@atmartens]

Consumer Reports has it as recommended!

[@chrisb9478]

@@atmartens They must’ve improved their reliability then

[@BloatwareInc]

1st Gen 2018 VR6 owner here. No reliability issues at 70k. Small weird issues: Leak from the roof rails, warranty fix. Driver window when rolled down rattles, a lot. Both the driver and passenger 2nd row reclining levers are missing the plastic cover so when you go to recline or fold the seats folded, you're grabbing bare metal. Other than that, we love it in my fam.

[@saleemjavaid8870]

Yeah I’m currently looking for a slightly used suv and this was my first choice. After a lot of research, Atlas and Jeep grand Cherokee have a lot of consumer reported issues. Those 2 were on top of my list because they looked so good. So now I’m down to new pathfinder, highlander (looks boring), and prev gen Lexus gx460.

[@paulbugoni2846]

Physical buttons for all commonly used functions please!

[@Slim1986]

I always like this SUV, even tho the interior always felt cheap. I'm glad they fixed that

[@faheemabbas3965]

I just wish they didn’t take out the buttons.

[@Slim1986]

@@faheemabbas3965 Something customers didn't asked for lol

[@almroldschool8285]

i’m interested in the Atlas crossover R should I buy one??

[@aliqureshi3649]

I am very picky when it comes to cars and cross-shopped a lot of options including Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, Nissan Pathfinder, Ford Explorer, KIA and even Audi Q7 before settling for a 2020 Cross Sport. Besides a few issues, I am.a very happy customer for the past 4+ years. The comfort, space, fuel-efficiency, and above-average sound system make this a great package compared to other options I mentioned. About the sportiness of the vehicle, I didn't pay it for drag races but can easily saying the turning radius is great. I am now waiting for the factory warranty to end before tuning the engine to 300+hp.

[@godofdun]

Good option, wish it had a hybrid and/or phev option.

[@eddiechea3603]

Sofyan definitely does not skip legs days

[@NileshR12]

I’d normally not get a black interior but that blue portion in the middle of the seats makes it unique

[@lartstnc]

The current model has blue seats but it's not nearly as nice and rare I believe

[@michaelsvr6]

They need to bring back the diesel version to America

[@faheemabbas3965]

Will never happen. After dieselgate, VW signed an agreement that included that they’ll never sell diesels again in America.

[@brado2273]

This suv is beautiful

[@AlexanderPoku]

I’m a new viewer to your channel and really like watching the shots of you in these cars. The first time made me wonder why the cars were so friggen huge but now you remind me of my kids. Surely you may still grow just a little bit. Love your vids and you probably hate it that people think you’re so cute.

[@MrNemo721]

Honda Passport over this any day. Simpler, non-capacitive touch infotainment, great V6 and superior AWD system and it has comparable size and space

[@arielmischa8136]

imo, poor styling

[@AtlasCroc]

I just don't like Honda's period - so uninspired/weird designs. Do agree on the V6 - but that looks like it's going bye-bye in the next version.

[@elvaquero4965]

@@AtlasCroc Wrong. Honda just released their new Pilot, and it has a new version of their J35 3.5 V6, DOHC instead of SOHC and without VTec. The Honda designed 10 speed automatic also replaces the 9 speed ZF unit in the older model. The Passport is simply a shortened Pilot, so the next generation will have the same V6 and transmission. As will the next Ridgeline.

[@atmartens]

@@AtlasCrocthat’s not accurate. They’ll def be keeping the V6. My only issue with the current generation is the exterior. Nothing special from the rear. The inside is okay, but nothing special. The new Pilot though gives me hope for the next Passport.

[@dalcow1101]

I don’t like the styling on the Honda

[@lisaw7633]

I like the exterior lighting and the interior. Me personally don't care for a turbocharged vehicle. Love love the hydraulic hood struts!

[@chezikmusic]

Fun fact. King Fisher blue was a color available on the previous generation Bentley Bentayga

[@dominiquenicole8172]

Really good review! 👍🏽

[@JS-xn3dq]

Some controls don’t illuminate at night - did I hear that correctly? That’s ridiculous and a non starter for me. 🙄🤷‍♂️

[@ANSherm111]

Bought one today. Black with black wheel package. This replaces or 2020. The 24 is incredible.

[@TMar129]

Almost a year later, how have you liked it? Any issues? Would you recommend?

[@ANSherm111]

@@TMar129 like it very much. Drives and handles well. Infotainment system good. They have become very popular here in North Jersey as you see many around. I’d recommend

[@dalcow1101]

I have had mine for 2 weeks and I love it .. only thing I’m worried about is my electronics .. I got a warranty for a 100k.

[@charlescai]

how were you able get 100k warranty ?

[@dalcow1101]

@@charlescai I negotiated with the finance .. I paid 2500 for 5/125 actually. Covers everything except maintenance like brakes and oil

[@DReed1945]

No one ever sits in the middle to explain how the seat sits. How comfortable is it in a larger SUV?

[@harisdevedzic3167]

What's a point of a 2.0 litre engine in car like this, you would get the same mpg (if not better) with a 6- cilinder, with much more power. Look at new Mazdas' SUVs, they seem to get it

[@kizo172]

More breakdowns in 4 turbos=more revenue for manufacturers after the warranty Toyota just ditched their reliable smooth V6 with a 4 Turbo that sounds like a lawn mower returning exact same mpg lol

[@UAkovalchuk]

@@kizo172thats what i dont get !! What is the reason to get unreliable 4 cylinder with a turbo if mpg is not better

[@TMar129]

​@@UAkovalchukwhat makes this 2.0L unreliable? They have been using the engines since 2007ish

[@JacksciPL]

it's a pity that you didn't show how the remote start of the car works, whether it will cool the interior, ventilate the seats on hot days, and automatically heat the steering wheel, seat, rear window mirrors and defrost the front window in winter.

[@Interloper553]

Hey, great review like always, would you know why they lowered the ground clearance?

[@Superfastjellyfish669]

VW use to not be so cheap I miss the Touareg.

[@chaarleess]

But low sales reflect that

[@toshathompson876]

Do they still offer puddle lights as an option?

[@SuperRabbitfighter]

Yes

[@nvarras7]

Amazing review as always.

[@keska01]

Is the ambient lighting only on the SEL trim?

[@xKidMaingbang]

Yes I’m thinking

[@keska01]

@@xKidMaingbang UGHHH 50k SEL price tag you have many options 👀

[@1CoolL7]

Imagine this vehicle with around 350hp to 375hp as an upgrade

[@saleemjavaid8870]

They won’t since they have Audi q8 for that.

[@aliqureshi3649]

You can get 300+ with an APR stage 1 tune. I am sure there will be a stage 2 tune towards the north of 350+ hp. VW won't officially do it as they won't step into Audi's territories. 😊

[@phantombags]

A really GOOD review!

[@vindevhunta4905]

The current taureg looks perfect for me ....pitty it's not offered here

[@MitsuFQ400]

Im assuming this has the audi 45 EA888 engine. If it is its tunable to unlock more power

[@chezikmusic]

I feel like at $52k, a turbo 6 should be at least an option if not standard. Nearly all its competitors have a 6-cylinder turbo engine option (Ford, Mazda, Kia, Hyundai, to name a few)

[@thenotoriousjoey9956]

They can’t because of Audi

[@chezikmusic]

@@thenotoriousjoey9956 they own Audi, not the other way around

[@thenotoriousjoey9956]

@@chezikmusic no I know that they can’t do it because they own Audi duhh they can’t mess up their sales on Audi in the US

[@SlickRick135]

@@thenotoriousjoey9956 Agreed, I feel they hold back or just do "good enough" when it comes to Volkswagen to avoid stepping on Audi's toes.

[@JackSmith-qi7dr]

Six cylinder turbo in the Kia/Hyundai?

[@eazy9563]

Wish these had the captain's chairs option

[@MegaRetr]

I always like this SUV

[@atomic32205489]

I saw that can of Deja Blue (water) in someone's backpack. I have only seen that brand on Southwest Airlines (of which I see a lot of). Great video. I think I am sold.

[@427bullis]

Is it large enough for guys 6’3”

[@JackSmith-qi7dr]

Absolutely

[@brumalerie]

🙋🏽‍♂️ VW… please bring back switches, dials and knobs! 🤨

[@jflow08]

I'm so glad lightbars are back in

[@BevmoBevmo]

Love the colour - I had a 1990s Audi A4 in Kingfisher blue. The included hitch with 500lb tongue weight rating for 4 bike rack is solid. But the lack of simple backlit climate controls and volume controls on the infotainment system is a near deal breaker for me... VW used to lead here then Kia took over clearest ergonomics.

[@PineappleGamesTV]

Needs the v6 back

[@drummline869]

Reliability?

[@euci3207]

lease and return

[@Jojoba-wz6ri]

I’ve seen a couple of these IRL and they look really sleek. I was surprised as it doesn’t translate that well in print.

[@claviclenotch1876]

Does the middle row fall totally flat? People look at these things when they have dogs.

[@wyattbeddow3265]

Im pretty sure it’s 8.3 inches of ground clearance.

[@devn3813]

This needs the Audi 3.0T v6. Then it would be worth the price

[@aliqureshi3649]

😂 the price will gp up by $15k!

[@devn3813]

@@aliqureshi3649 it should stay the same. $56,000 for a 2.0 VW is insane.

[@davidplathe]

They need to bring back the Touareg

[@upstatebernie4827]

Upstate NY 👍

[@joegraziadei7895]

He’s gotta stop talking about the door clunk every door clunk sounds pretty good. It’s pretty good. It’s pretty good.

[@kzkingkoopa]

What CX70 should have been (making it shorter, compared to the cx90).

[@okhera1]

Very Nice Bro! Get Good People!

[@1Pueblito]

The Atlas is very nice!

[@mark8684]

Agreed it is an improvement but still just competitive; nothing really stands out. Keep in mind coming later this year is the new Mazda CX70 with turbocharged in-line 6 cylinder with mild hybrid system, and an all new Hyundai SantaFe with a design and tech light years ahead of this VW! And in a year, a new Honda Passport with 3.5l V6!

[@slicunit]

Hurry Mazda hurry.

[@lisaw7633]

I can't wait for the CX 70. I'll be trading in my 2022 CX-5

[@SlickRick135]

@@lisaw7633 Let's be honest only the Mazda and Honda pose a threat, Hyundai is crap.

[@michaelstone7514]

Like it needs, the 3.0 liter turbo from its audi cousin. Maybe an already trim with a lift, wild peak all terrain tires and skid plates.

[@mikedavern125]

A Civic can cost 35k now. For a regular one. So.. 50k seems good pricing. They are also taking 5k off again.

[@Annette_Hons]

Is the infotainment in this as bad as the iD.4?

[@sutterpark]

No Fog Lights weak Turbo charger 4 Cly No V6?

[@45snakebite]

Uhh, have you heard of the first Volkswagen SUV, the Toureg?

[@stephenwinter8892]

Greetings from southern Ontario Canada I really enjoyed the video but I'm looking forward to the VW ID7 and the chevy blazer ev 1LT

[@richki.24]

I like that interior

[@SebastienHinse]

I own a 2018 and I find it was priced much more competitively back then. Every refresh since has seen a price increase for what is still a family, plastic heavy vehicle. This vehicle offers great space and a great highway ride, but I’m not sure I would buy one nowadays. The interior is significantly nicer in that top trim, but ultimately this is still largely the same vehicle introduced in 2018.

[@atmartens]

How’s the reliability been? 4 cylinder or 6?

[@SebastienHinse]

@@atmartens I have the VR6. It has been very dependable. I had to do a head gasket repair under warranty, but I believe it was a manufacturing defect. Absolutely nothing else to report.

[@kevs2good133]

Kia, Honda, Toyota for example are plastic light vehicles

[@alanstanisak]

Did you say 36000$? In Europe price would be at least triple😮 Touareg is around 100000€

[@aliqureshi3649]

Touareg is an Audi Q7 with VW badge and sits a class higher than Atlas. There is a reason why the Atlas is competitive in price.

[@jakes5530]

Expensive for what it is as well. Lack of physical buttons is irritating, and 0-60 should really be about a second faster for $50k+

[@TMar129]

It's a big suv, not a race car. There isn't a soccer mom around that cares about a +/- 1 sec for 0-60

[@andrewcairo6299]

I own an A4 and i have to say, it seems like the quality of VW group have gone down while the peices have gone up for no real reason. Plus the electronics, you will definitely have problems with it.

[@samesparza2149]

I like having a big usbc charging port

[@RuckerEra]

That 3.0 Audi T would be nice asf in this

[@khalidcarrillo1132]

that would make this car 60k lol. yes it would have been perfect for sure.

[@aliqureshi3649]

The 3.0 is great in reliability but felt sluggish with the size of Q7. I cross-shoped it before getting an Atlas CS back in 2020.

[@8VD80Y]

Nice refresh

[@markanderson4163]

ZEE Germans are coming!!!! I hope to have mine this December

[@wazgoodjj]

Beautiful car. Unfortunately its reliability factor is ZERO. Go with Mazda CX-9 or Kia Telluride

[@joshuapounds7646]

You have no idea about cars, do your regular maintenance and check ups I own a 2021 GLI I was told by friends blah blah they are unreliable just 40,000 is gonna give you issues I have 84,500 miles no issues or problems moving forward, I know people who owns Mazda SUV they complain about some issues

[@faheemabbas3965]

It’s like it doesn’t even exist because of reliability…

[@wazgoodjj]

@@joshuapounds7646 really? you call 84,500 miles with no issues reliable? that can be said about most cars. wait till the car gets pass 100k. Volkswagens are very nice cars, but if you look at the used car market, their, value drops faster than any mid-size SUV.

[@nothere572]

Not zero… Atlas is ranked average or above average by most reliability surveys.

[@Hercegovac.1]

@@wazgoodjj why would you keep any car past 100.000 miles?? Just get another one 😅

[@esdrasr.7517]

Is a very good choice give it a 9.9 review

[@mahdimir]

Thank you

[@jdhawk66]

😁 The camera persons hand was funny.

[@B8_ghostt]

The atlas itself it’s not a cheap car, it should have a small boosted 6cyl honestly at least 320hp and 280 torque, this new 2.0T should be in the Tiguan 270hp instead of 184hp, they should also get rid of the 8 speed tbh, the 7 speed DSG is a much better transmission so idk why they refuse to use it, while the European Tiguan has the GTI engine with a DSG for example

[@mikek.4211]

I have a 2021 R line Cross Sport and I have to say I like the exterior better on mine. The front of this new model does tend to look like an Expedition. I prefer the side by side style headlights on my 2021, along with the crome horizontal cross rails on my grill. The lighted front bar and logo is kinda cool though. The interior, however, looks much improved, except for the controls on the infotainment system. I much rather have actual dials for the heat and A/C. and radio. All this touch screen nonsense is just an accident waiting to happen. Dials are more intuitive. And then, NOT to have them back lit at night? A silly oversight. And don't get me started with all the piano gloss black trim!

[@QuietStormX]

I'd take this over the other with 4-motion R line with 2 rows over 3 rows. I like rear space plus you didn't point out the subwoofer with the spar tire seen... ISMH ;-( On the Volume slider it lights up to see it????

[@dloveantaeallen3430]

This 4 cyl turbo is faster than the v6 ppl should realize that. Also slap it in sport mode and youll get a more sporty drive

[@esdrasr.7517]

Very impress I want one

[@dcartellone2659]

It was Nice Having a Naturally aspirated V-6 as a optional Engine. Not crazy about Turbo Vehicles tend to be less Reliable. Now they have taken it away unfortunately. Besides the new interior, Also not Crazy about the front end styling, Reminds me of a ford F-250 and the rear lights with that light bar look like a Kia. Basically the 2023 model looked alot better to my taste.

[@lartstnc]

This review felt rushed. Idk if you even stopped to take a breath upfront 😂 😂 we can tell you are not a fan rushing through everything

[@MargauxMachek]

Anybody actually have this? Reliability?

[@jasondickens9003]

This is definitely a midsize commodity cross over. It is not a luxury contender product or luxury value oriented product. There is a lot of hard plastic pleasant throughout the the interior which signifies commodity mainstream product. In the luggage area compartment its all hard scratchy plastic trim like domestic commodity vehicles. Even the real german VWs finish off the luggage compartment area for a sense of premiumness. The Mazda CX90 brings a higher level of premiumness on the interior, more powerful powertrain, better fuel economy and for similar dollars to the Atlas. This vehicle is a tough choice given what the CX90 offers. If VW were to offer the Cross Sport with the 5 cylinder turbo and true R Components then this wold be a differentiator in the segment.

[@ripitsympatico5843]

So eloquently delivered...wonderful information...then you dropped the "expecially” bomb. Pretty sure they took the x out of that word in 1973 or 74. Anyway, I'm off to drink an expresso.

[@BorborCarzola]

I’ve always really liked this car (especially the cross sport version). With that said, I don’t like the new grill. It looks too basic.

[@jrgarcia4679]

I got 4 cylinder, vehicle is to heavy. Telluride seems like better choice!

[@vinothpermal8223]

CAr seat and your family and friends is a few minutes to talk to 😮❤

[@randomghost4385]

Needs a V12

[@arielmischa8136]

i love this car man

[@jtomtl]

2.0 Turbo, what a joke😂 German engineering

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

WORST rated model on the market according to actual OWNERS, extremely unreliable VW management: "Atlas isn't selling well bc it is one of the least reliable models, how do we fix this?" "Let's reduce the engine size by 40% but keep the tow rating the same, add our new infotainment and electronics that have proven to be even less reliable than before, remove all buttons and light up the logo!"

[@slicunit]

I don’t know you like that but this makes sense. Was crossing my fingers for more than just a refresh. 😢

[@nothere572]

Stop copying this nonsense on every. single. damn video about the Atlas. On the normal Atlas video by Redline, on the Alex On Autos video. What you’re saying is not true, the Atlas is ranked average or above average in reliability by a bunch of reliability surveys. Last gen had the same 2.0T and the 2.0T is a very commonly used engine by VW and proven to be quite reliable. The amount of times you’re copy and pasting this nonsense on every single video about the Atlas makes me feel like you work for a competing company and or have an agenda to push…

[@mccortezy]

I agree with reducing the engine size with an engine that is in every model across the board. However, I agree with the electronics that don't make sense. I guess you have to fulfill the contract with those third-party vendors.

[@pppaaa5399]

who cares about the 0 to 60? we care about the MSRP, MPG, and Reliability!

[@alexandercandelario7089]

Waoooo ese azul está hermoso 🤩

[@hooch1111]

$50K+ for a VW?? You must be kidding me...

[@honno7765]

I was driving 2019 Tiguan with 2L engine and the car was sluggish af. Atlas Cross Sport is way heavier and they still put 2L turbo engine. Removing V6 engine was a huge mistake imho

[@gabrieldetwiler7078]

The tiguans 2.0 is not the same as the atlas 2.0. The 2018-2023 atlas 2.0 is the 3rd Gen EA888 straight out of the 2015-2021 GTI and 2019-current GLI. The 2024 Atlas is the Gen 4 EA888 2.0 straight out the 2022-current GTI. The Tiguan is it’s own version of the EA888 Gen 3, which is the 3B

[@jiggity76]

Wow...that dude talks super fast.