Should You Buy a 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport? Thorough Review By A Mechanic

A Mechanic Reviews the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Should You Buy One?
In this video we take a look at the Latest VW Atlas Cross Sport. We start with a proper technical review under the hood then underneath the car.
Then we look at the exterior and interior. Then we talk about some things we don't like about it.
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0:00 Intro
0:30 Under The Hood
10:32 Under The Car
14:57 Exterior Review
22:27 Interior Review
29:06 Things I Don't Like About It
31:29 Should You Buy One?

[@andreim4343]

lack of the third row and more space in the back/trunk area is actually big plus in my book.

[@rovert1284]

Yes, and a spare tyre.

[@jamessanchez6027]

I bought this vehicle in October when the 24 models showed up in dealerships. I wanted a larger vehicle for road trips and have no need for the third row. We absolutely love it it’s comfortable, quiet, roomy and doesn’t lack power I looked at all the competitors with 2 rows and they were significantly much smaller vehicles. It’s also very fuel efficient when traveling on the highway we’ve gotten 500plus miles in range on a tank using regular unleaded. The only downside is the climate control being only on the touch screen .

[@moth450]

I have the atlas. Use the quick clima button by the Hazzard lights

[@michaeldjimanor8393]

You bought the wrong car.. the best to buy is MADZA CX70.. Beware..😊

[@moth450]

@michaeldjimanor8393 s mazda? Those don't last 5 yrsrs. Mazda 929. 626

[@gumerdominguez4091]

Wrong I got 18 120 mill flawlessly exept the water pump that I replace myself and a few problems cover by Vw and I got the vr6 nut the crappy 4 l tranny is aisin made by Toyota tuned by Vw for haters engine and tranny are very reliable do your research

[@slave0102]

@@moth450 you’re going back over 30 yrs. Mazda has come a long way. Plus they’re partnered with Toyota now.

[@owensbranson]

"Why would any one buy a very large SUV with only 2 rows" Me wishing that GM brings back the 2 door Tahoe lol

[@rightlanehog3151]

I support your request as long as the Tahoe comes with two-tone paint.

[@rudolphna54]

Anyone who buys a wagon like an Outback also would agree with this, some people just need/want a lot of storage space in the back.

[@patriciapitts3505]

Bring back the envoy

[@femaledeer]

Because 3 rows make everything cramped and extra seats add weight.

[@marquisbrunson]

I have one child. I don’t need a third row. Plus, I think the styling is much better than the regular Atlas also.

[@rudolphna54]

It is the Aisin AWF8F35 (Edit, actually the AWF8F45, same trans but rated for more torque), the same transmission used across pretty much the entire VW lineup.

[@asanaya94]

When looking up the specs for the car, the moment I saw Aisin for the transmission, I immediately felt more comfortable with buying the Atlas. So far it has been great!

[@haohuang-uw3tg]

You are truly technical, not a show that just reports numbers. Hats off to you. Thank you so much for giving us such a great introduction to cars.

[@damham5689]

One of the main reasons Im looking at the Atlas cross sport is because it doesnt have the 3rd row seat. I dont need them and I dont want them. They add weight anyway. I want the cargo space. Shifter doesnt bother me but the lack of physical hvac controls do.

[@weirdshibainu]

I like that it only has 2 rows. Perfect for hiking, backpacking, camping and the second row is perfect for my dog.

[@thmas28]

I'm 40 years old and have one kid, don't need a third row. I value cargo space and something that has some style and presence, not just another vanilla box. I also need to tow. I am the target buyer for this car (although i don't have one).

[@chuntsechien]

but why not just go with the regular Atlas with almost the same car, similar pricing, and more cargo.

[@thmas28]

​@@chuntsechien because this one is...less huge I guess. And it's a little different from everything else, which I appreciate. I'm just saying, there is a market for stuff like this. And this one is still practical in terms of space, unlike the coupified versions from BMW and MB.

[@chuntsechien]

@@thmas28 I don't disagree with you on the needs. I am just agreeing with this video's question, Atlas vs Atlas CS, the difference is in 4.5" length, not a lot, but 90% are the same. I owned an Atlas and I tried a CS, but then I found no reason to go with that. If this has a much lower price point, or a much better interior, or something in differentiation, then maybe. However, this car is only cheaper like $1000, has the same powertrain, the same tech, is 4.5" shorter, and almost the same weight... Well, this question can go to Mazda now, CX-90 vs CX-70. not a 90% difference, it's like 98% identical.

[@74beef]

Just get a Mazda cx50? More reliable brand as of late and significantly better looking…

[@rudolphna54]

@@74beef Appearance is a matter of taste, and the Mazda also has much worse visibility and feels far more claustrophobic inside. Same with the rest of the Mazda lineup, which is the reason I have a Taos and now a CX30

[@ralphbernard3908]

I am a dyed in the wool Volkswagen driver. I must agree with your review of the Atlas Cross Sport vehicle. The items that concern you about this model would also concern me. I am currently driving a 2020 Passat SE. The only mechanical issue I have experienced after 42,000 miles is a faulty injector wiring harness which was covered under the warranty and documented by a service bulletin. Thank you for an unbiased fair review!

[@dw8555]

My favorite phrases: "...and that's okay" and "...not the end of the world."😂

[@StuvenBarkus]

I purchased a 2021 VW Golf 6 speed manual new a few years ago. At the time I bought it, a used Camry hybrid was $30k, and my new Golf was $24k. I am very pleased with the car. It gets remarkable fuel economy, most tanks I get about 37-38 mpg hand-calculated and I have seen as high as 41 mpg when I've really tried to hypermile. It's light weight, about 2900 lbs, has great handling characteristics with a real set of tires and not those floaty Prius tires that come with it, it is quiet and refined with little wind and road noise, the power comes on smoothly, it soaks up bumps very well, and the seats are astonishingly comfortable. It is small enough to fit in any parking space but big enough on the inside to fit real people. It has a tight turning radius and I can usually perform a U turn in a 2 way street without reversing. I have about 62k miles on it and have had no problems. All the CV boots are in tact and there are no leaks or anything like that. During my 60k inspection the tech said they hadn't seen one of these cars in as good a shape as mine, so I know I am doing the right things and driving it right and taking care of it. At about 80k I will replace the spark plugs and walnut blast the intake valves because that's a thing with these cars.

[@kevinbarry71]

The car isn't that old yet, just wait when all the plastic starts breaking. And your timing chains fail, you'll love it

[@kevinbarry71]

Almost forgot, your water pump is about ready to be changed.

[@i4Collin]

⁠@@kevinbarry71 I had a 2015 (first model year of the same generation) for 7 years & 130K miles and the water pump is the only repair item that ever went on it. The dealership called me to let me know they found it seeping but VW of America was covering 90% of the repair even though it was out of warranty. I can’t complain and wish I still had the car, I have no doubts it could have made it to 200k+ and really just wanted something larger and more comfortable.

[@StuvenBarkus]

@@kevinbarry71 damn bro, show me on the doll where the bad car touched you

[@StuvenBarkus]

@@i4Collin I'm not sure if the same repairs are even relevant, lol. Yours had the EA888 1.8 which is more similar to the Atlas in this video. Mine uses the EA211 which is a generational advancement from that one. There is some more complexity here and there but I looked up common problems and they appear to overall be less than the EA888 which has been around in one form or another since the mid to late 00s.

[@mohsininamdar3131]

Great review I have ever seen someone going so detailed. Purchased this vw atlas exceline 3 row been over a month now went from vw jetta and j must I loving it. I have no issues with the touch sensitive got use to it within a week. Interior is plush very roomier seats are super comfy ample amount of space for a family of 5. I was surprised to see 8 litre per 100km never expected such a mileage on big car like this. Exterior design is beautiful got many head turns while driving this vehicle. Must say vw has put a lot of efforts and thoughs while building this suv. Never felt underpowered while driving 269 hp is more then enough. Anyone thinking of buying it can just go ahead. Wife loved it.

[@slimes69]

Traded in our 22’ Mazda CX-9 for the 24’ Cross Sport R-Line and love it! Didn’t use the 3rd row much and kids are growing up and have their own cars. Love the simplicity of the dash, not having knobs doesn’t really bother me, the seats are way more comfortable than the CX-9, the power is about the same, but most of all love the European looking sloped roof line and wide body view from the back. I do wish it had real exhaust tips though. Couldn’t afford the Audi Q8 which is almost identical. The shifter is the same used in the Porsche Cayenne and doesn’t really bother me. As they say, the Q8 is the baby brother of the Urus and the Cross Sport is the twin of the Q8. VW owns both manufacturers as well as the Porsche. So in a sense, I drive a Urus, Q8 and a Cayenne. Haha, I wish!

[@rickm8456]

Even before I watched I knew there would be a lot of “I’m not sure why they did it this way.”

[@rickm8456]

@@lbbnc right!

[@jfrodr]

Same, I just thought "this is not going to be good"

[@Bert-uk2yc]

He’s a mechanic not an engineer, besides, he never say what’s wrong with making it that way; programmed obsolescence, that’s why they did also, if they make perfect cars that last forever, he would be out of work pretty fast, like so many ice mechanics, when electric become the norm.

[@skf6199]

@@Bert-uk2ycProgrammed obsolescence is NOT why VW makes cars that don’t last. Their customers can simply switch to any one of 20+ other manufacturers. Making reliable cars is what every manufacturer strives for. And it’s extremely difficult.

[@Bert-uk2yc]

I don't know what to say about reliability, but my experience, is so far stellar, I've started owning Volkswagens again with a 2016 Passat, I did put almost 200k on it with just regular maintenance and, few mechanicals due to too many potholes in my area, I got lucky you would say? Perhaps but, I'd follow the maintenance schedule without skipping any, sometimes that makes the difference, after 3 more VW(Passat, Tiguan, Atlas), now I have a 2024 Cross Sport, and guess what, no complaints, about all the things reviewers don’t like, but alas he mentioned it, and it is true, those aren't issues for the mid to long term owner, you get used to them. Btw, he forgot to mention the paddle shifters in the steering wheel, probably he missed it because, he was still so annoyed with the capacitive controls, hahaha. Lastly, kudos for finally reviewing the Atlas.

[@GunslingerMediaCo]

It's perfect for me, I am a photographer/videographer who needs to travel to remote locations and often have a collaborator with me, and all our gear. Big heavy expensive gear, gear that all together costs more than the car. The lack of a third row and lots of extra space is what makes me want this over the regular Atlas. I don't have a family to haul, just lots of things. Plus I love the spacious and quiet driving experience with this car.

[@hemidesign]

Third row is made for the regular Atlas, not this one.. THAT'S WHY THERE"S 2 ATLAS MODEL!!! Common sense, folks!! There's several people (including myself) who want's to buy a large SUV with 2 row of seats!

[@bentleyspotter]

no third row, and a massive trunk is the main benefit for the cross sport over the standard Atlas. I dont have kids, so dont want a third row, but often throw lots of gear in the trunk area.

[@singular9]

Would be fun to see AMD do a tier list of every car (or at least, brand) tiered by reliability/quality. Kind of like a "care care nut JD power" thing.

[@mardamek3]

Not sure how interesting it would be. It would have Toyota on the top by a big margin, then there would be a few others just for being politically correct.

[@riderNdriver]

I have a 2018 VW Atlas vr6 with 4motion with more than 100k miles. The only repair I had so far is water pump broke at 96k miles. Otherwise pretty solid and reliable

[@MonkeyKong21]

volkswagen does alot of nice engineering that somewhat balances out the looming maintenance and repair items 5+ years into ownership Things I like that weren't mentioned are: - The EA888 engine has a liquid cooled exhaust manifold that helps it get up to temperature quickly and reduces turbocharger temps - They usually give you a gas strut to lift/keep the hood up - Laser welded chassis is super solid and the welds look so nice that they just paint them and they're visible as part of the exterior - The interior door handles are typically the nice brushed aluminum ones from audi - They tend to outclass everything in the price range when comparing cabin quietness and driving confidence at highway (or autobahn) speeds

[@rudolphna54]

Also, the high compression ratio is misleading. It's a Budack (read: Miller) cycle engine, the compression ratio is high because it's usually operating in miller cycle mode, which reduces the effective compression ratio to more normal levels.

[@Incomudro1963]

I had a 2015 GTI purchased new that year, which I loved. Maintained it meticulously, better than by the manual - plus it was washed and waxed by hand, by me, garaged, no food was ever eaten in it, and it wasn't tuned. That kind of car. Then at about 6 years in and maybe 40 some odd thousand miles, a valve spring broke. Some $4,000 for that repair. I had a couple of trouble free years after that, but then starting in September 2023 it gave me bad stuttering issues. A VW Porsche/Audi shop, as well as the dealer couldn't find the issue. I did help it out with fuel injector cleaner, so it was likely a clogged/failing injector. Then, without that issue fully resolved - the water pump went. It goes on ALL GTI's and it's expensive. At least $1,000, $1,200, $1,600 depending on who does it. Then, a month or so after that one of the largest radiator hose went to the tune of several hundred dollars. Then, the coolant sensor went - another $200 dollar job. These cars are great when they are new, but when they get old it's essentially like owning an older Audi because the 2.0T engine is more or less the same engine that's in many Audi's give or take a few details. And that gets pricey. I now own a normally aspirated Mazda CX-5 and am super happy with it.

[@leokins2536]

Thank you for the honest review of your car man. I'm sure you had a lot of fun with that while it lasted. My friend had a similar experience with a 2016 GTI with the DSG. He said that maintenance was quite expensive. He eventually sold it for an early series toyota yaris.

[@i4Collin]

I had a 2015 Golf TSI purchased new in July 2015, and the only thing that went in 130k miles was the water pump out of warranty and VW covered 90% of the repair without me even knowing until the bill was in front of me. I later found out it was a common issue with these engines, and it makes sense since it’s all plastic. Maybe I just got lucky and had a good dealership, but I decided to roll the dice even more and replace it with an Alfa Romeo Giulia in 2022. I’m 65K into that car and it’s been wonderful too. I’ll let you know how my Range Rover experience goes someday 😂

[@DaveP-uv1ml]

I liked my VW although it suffered DCT failure at about 160,000 miles. The thing that I came to realize some time through the ownership experience was that I was paying close to Audi prices for everything. I figure if I ever do this again I’m going to just get the Audi and not with a VW.

[@Incomudro1963]

@@leokins2536 Yes, they get expensive when the repairs come. So many repairs require the removal and reinstall of the intake manifold, and that alone is a long and pricey job.

[@Incomudro1963]

@@DaveP-uv1ml That was the conclusion I came to when the repairs started to be required. "This is like owning an Audi now."

[@darthfran13]

Who would buy this cross sport? I would, it's on my list, im a big man that needs a roomy suv, married but no kids, so absolutely don't need a 3rd row, I very rarely use my back seats as it is. I like to carry a lot of stuff whether on road trips or camping trips, not having that 3rd row helps. I think this is a much nicer car than the tiguan, I wouldn't even consider a tiguan, so for me, and I think a lot of people, a 2 row atlas makes much more sense.

[@Bert-uk2yc]

I did 😂😂😂

[@oneblach]

At least they changed the shape of it to make it look like a coupe. Mazda just removed the 3rd row and named it a different car, cx-70.

[@Rockybalboa541]

Exactly VW did it the right way

[@andreim4343]

exactly!!! I'm glad they did that because Cross Sport fits into my garage while regular Atlas is just too long.

[@aikidoboynj]

I have 2020 Atlas RLine and I love it.

[@23kamyar]

Nice! Im happy you are reviewing German cars now 👍

[@anthonyxuereb792]

And so he should, he owns a Mercedes or at least he did at one time.

[@zipobob1]

please review the latest VW Jetta, greatly appreciated

[@idigbebop]

Cast eye-run.. love you, man.

[@blissinpa]

I prefer the lack of third row. We have an Acura MDX with a third row that NEVER gets used. It just eats up space. I prefer the look of the Cross Sport to the regular Atlas by far, and don’t want a third row. I’d take the Cross Sport at all. I also own a Tiguan, and the Cross Sport feels roomier and a bit more comfortable.

[@marsdahustler]

Excellent detailed review. Wow unreal! Thank you.

[@DJ9630.]

I have both a Toyota and VW. The driving, comfort, quietness, features and interior quality is by far better in the VW. The VW is still fairly new so I'll see long term how reliability holds up, but regardless i got it for much cheaper than the comparable Toyota. I come from a Toyota family and yes they've been reliable, but it feels like im paying for that with higher MSRP and downgraded interior/driving.

[@davidchin3739]

By the way love your videos are fantastic and have very helpful content. Thanks for the videos! Take care!

[@halestrum77]

I love the EA888 engine. I have a 2023 GTI which is now the 4th generation of this engine. As for the fake exhaust tips on "family" model VWs/Audis, apparently many customers complained about the carbon blackening them up. So VAG hid them away.

[@steveg2203]

I was a big VW fan and then after a bunch of lemons I stopped buying them in 2018. I bought a 2020 Honda Passport and never been happier.

[@rey_at_rsquared]

Owner of two VWs. One was a 2006 Passat, which was flawless--no longer own. Later bought a 2016 Golf Sportwagen. It has been flawless so far at 85K mi and still very quiet. These cars are very well made.

[@jacobyo99]

@@rey_at_rsquaredI have a 17 Passat 1.8T. 108k no major issues

[@johnd8971]

@@rey_at_rsquared also got a sprtswagen, no issues whatsoever

[@mscm4592]

And I was a big Honda fan - my brand new Odyssey had to have the engine replaced due to wrong size main engine bearings which made the engine knock like 20 year old Ford escort. No more Hondas for me. My VW Atlas Cross Sport is by far the best car I have ever owned - style, tech, build quality and looks. Period.

[@andreim4343]

@@rey_at_rsquared I own a 2012 VW Passat 3.6L. I don't need to drive a lot so it still has low mileage but its perfect. However, my previous 2002 VW Jetta was a POS with burning oil like no tomorrow and other electrical problems.

[@mickeyflynn5427]

I’ve owned Honda’s, Hyundai’s, Toyota’s, GM’s, Subaru’s and SAAB’s (GM’s). I was on the VW hate train thinking they’re junk, but I got a steal of a deal on a B7 Passat SE 1.8t I wasn’t shopping for. It has been a practical, comfortable, economical car. The common problems can be avoided with regular service, and minimal knowledge of how these cars are designed and run helps with operating them. For example, the DSG transmission. Once I learned how to run it I actually like it. They’re not as difficult to service as the reputation or VW shops imply. I changed a heater core MYSELF; $30 part and 1 hour labor but $1200 at the dealership. I had the transmission serviced at a CHEVY DEALER. What seemed like a failing unit was only a cracked line. They replaced the line and completed the service for far less than VW and the car runs like a top. 140k miles.

[@michaelnash2972]

The Passat from that generation is borderline an Audi. The next generation for the North American Market there was a lot of cost cutting. The key to Volkswagen/Audi is maintenance. If you keep up on the maintenance they will last you a very long time. Make sure the DSG transmission fluid is changed routinely.

[@MrWilliam.Stewart]

No thank you. I would not do business with that company. Though the world is a better place with your honest and thorough reviews.

[@iicozoii34]

Got the crosssport cause I do not need the 3rd row,but do need the trunk space.

[@ChefS.Keller]

I’m sorry, but this is the best car review channel on KZbin😊

[@NotNowCato1254]

No need to apologise Chef 😂

[@jeffnesbitt1168]

Yes don’t be sorry! Lol

[@geoffreymak000]

Someone should count the times he said “plastics”

[@troysmith1749]

And no 3rd row, and 20” wheels (there’re 21”), and touch capacitive!

[@kenandbarbie-b6c]

As someone that had to deal with the overuse of overpriced plastic parts that break because they do not take aging or engine heat well in German cars, as well as strange electrical problems- I now steer clear of owning German cars. They are pretty, well finished & fun to drive when new, but no more.

[@Michaellllllllllllllll]

Finally!!! Ive been waiting since last year! 😭

[@stricklyreloading8494]

Thanks so much for your great videos! I’d love to see one on the current generation VW Tiguan!

[@benoit.b9337]

We definitely need to see more of these reviews on German cars, new E-Class would be interesting.

[@wynn579]

Nice to see you reviewing german cars now

[@David-Dumont]

GJ! Pls consider reviewing the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Also the Nissan Rouge and Sentra And finally, a car with a Chinese platform like Volvo or Lotus Appreciated!

[@roberttroxell4006]

My albeit limited experiences with Volkswagens is that they are fragile cars - things break easily and often. Example: I borrowed my son’s Jetta while he was out of the country. It was winter and snowy, here in Ohio. I cleared off the glass, got in and backed out of the driveway. When I did this, a mound of snow on top of the roof fell forward, onto the windshield and stopped the moving wipers. I cleared the snow again and found that the wipers would not work. Took the car to a garage and was told the wiper motor was stripped out and needed to be replaced - $400+ dollars! I never had this happen with any other car. Years earlier, I worked with a lady that drove a VW rabbit. She was constantly having problems and expenses with the car, until she and her husband tired of it and bought another car. My first car was a 1968 VW Beetle, bought 8 years old. Had constant problems with that car. I thought maybe the prior owner had not kept up on maintenance - whatever. I had the car 3 months and had to replace the engine - took much of my Christmas buying funds. It was a rust bucket. Fun to drive though.

[@henryrodier8024]

The comment I was reading stated to lease German cars cause they won’t last to the end of the warranty.Well that’s all well and good if you buy new but if not your not going to lease them. My 2011 Jetta lasted me 9 years I do miss the diesel My wife’s 2013 Beetle is going nicely with only 2 pit stops to the dealer to fix things that probably shouldn’t have failed but in the 7 years we have had it it has cost us a third of what we paid for the whole car but with the $9000 we paid for it with 31000 miles on he clock. My problem with most people that complain about the German cars is thier lack of maintenance cause it’s been a great car for us and will be around for years to come.

[@michaelnash2972]

The maintenance manual is in with the owners manual. If you follow it by the book, there will be very minimal issues. Although I’m all for changing the oil more frequently.

[@nobatteriesincluded3968]

Finally an honest review on a Volkswagen 👏🏼 there are 2 kinds of cars in the world Volkswagen….and the rest 💯

[@randylahey1232]

Right off the bat im gonna say a resounding nooooooooooo

[@vick7141]

Reminds me of a Ford Edge. Thanks for the extensive review.

[@GunbusterDX]

Never understood making a separate "sport" model that consists of solely removing some rear cargo and passenger headroom to make it “swoop”

[@vzhickok]

It's like 2k cheaper. A bit shorter, a bit lighter and a lot of people think it looks a bit sportier than the full size.

[@alexace5584]

Simple answer. When it comes to the cross sport, aesthetics. It doesn’t look like a soccer mom SUV while still maintaining the size. And it looks a lot more German/European. If it comes to size I would never buy anything foreign.

[@tonypetrasso1982]

Nice video, can you please make a video review on the 2024 Nissan pathfinder, thank you

[@randomly1981]

Would love a review for the 2024 Mercedes Benz GLC 300. It would be interesting you going over the mild hybrid system and how the engineering will pan out in the long run.

[@thiennga2357]

Thank you so much for your knowledge and your honesty 🙏❤️. Would you please review the new Toyota Crown Signima ? Please 🙏

[@kurtgabbidon2666]

Good review, You should start reviewing more German cars

[@G24184]

Pls do a review on the new ford bronco v6. I’m long time viewer and I would love to see a review on it

[@snick111]

I would prefer the CrossSport over the 3rd row Atlas. If I never have a use for 3rd row, I don't want it. Love your technical analysis.

[@owlsneststudios8374]

Great review! Can you guys do a review on the VW Arteon too?

[@andreim4343]

oh I love your suggestion!!! Most beautiful sedan, that VW has designed in awhile. So sad that it is no more in the US.

[@nj6441]

Huge Fan of your reviews. Honestly, I don't know many who do the level of details like you do and its Great!! One point I want to say is that the Atlas is the 3-row version for those who need a 3 row, but this is only meant for those who really don't need a 3rd row and get more fun. Maybe the names make no sense 🙂 The people who need a 3rd row are those with multiple kids. I would go for the 3rd row Atlas, but if I didn't have kids or just 1 kid then I would go for a cross sport. Why drag more weight than needed? And the Tiguan can barely hold a stroller and groceries, but this can.

[@RubzNotNice]

Definitely appreciate this review as a VW owner. Could you please review the more popular/best selling SUV for VW - Their Tiguan? Would even appreciate a not-as-in-depth review (even high-level) of your impressions technically speaking for the 2022-2024 year Keep up the great content!

[@AM_SDG]

Thanks for any excellent video , well researched and presented. How does the auto hold parking brakes works in this VW Atlas?

[@CorlosMazda]

The problem is the full size atlas third row is useless like most SUVs. If you want three rows buy a mini van. I have a 3.6l launch edition atlas and a Tiguan rline black both have three rows and they're useless. If VW sold the cross sport in the kurmuna yellow when they offered the VR6 I would have traded for it. The ea888 is super reliable. Especially now that they have variable valve timing like the Golf R. The 1.8T is also reliable. You can up fit these cars with port injection with a harness, the manifold and injectors as well as a tune. Voids the warranty but stops carbon buildup. The only real issues with the ea888 of the 2015+ has been cam magnets on the golf r, the pcv valve (on all vws since emissions became a thing), and the water pumps and sometimes cam machining on the GTI. I also have a golf r making around 550whp and I have a golf all track with the is38 off my golf r. I beat the piss out of both and have never had an issue. Maintenance is the key with keeping a turbo VW running. The comments about misfires is carbon buildup. The water pumps are an issue but not as bad as a Mazda Cx30 issues where the pump is $500 and lasts like 5k miles

[@CorlosMazda]

Oh and I have a 2011 Golf 2.5 with 300k miles on it and I barely do maintenance and I have never had a single issue with it. I change the oil every 10-14k miles and it's still on the factory clutch

[@natanne]

Very helpful review.

[@carlosx7777]

Please review Tiguan!

[@bjorntorsten8241]

Great video, I’m single man age 52 and I like the looks, wouldn’t need a third row seat, and it’s got kind of a Bently vibe going on with it.

[@extralock1045]

Thanks for the review of this VW! Some day can you review the Mitsubishi Mirage please? You reviewed the Versa, and the Mirage is the only other really cheap new car.

[@jorgposchko2239]

Hey @AMD! I am watching every single video on both of your channels and since you already started reviewing German cars, I would love if you could get your hands on the new M5 as soon as it becomes available ;-) Greetings from Austria!

[@MavadoKen]

Really want to see your review of the GTI!

[@edgrig169]

Would love to see a video on the ford explorer, wanted to see what you thought

[@KPHVAC]

I hope you review the Nissan Frontier. It seems like a lot of Toyota fans are thinking of switching to the Frontier.

[@jstephens2758]

The only VW I owned was bought new as a top of the line vehicle in yellow, an appropriate color because it started to fall apart before it even left the factory. The rear brakes were assembled incorrectly. But it rode and handled beautifully. I sold it for parts at 86,000 miles after repairing over 50 problems including door handles breaking in half, every dash vent falling apart, the heater fan control board catching fire while I was driving, the upholstery wearing out, all of the outside trim falling off, a broken timing belt at 40,000 miles (fortunately it was not an interference engine) a fuel fitting that was also improperly installed, causing the fuel line to separate and spray gasoline all over the engine compartment. Fortunately, it happened when the engine was cold. Since it was out of warranty, the company response to all of those problems: "It is not our responsibility to make any repairs once the warranty has expired. Considering the relatively recent events for which the company was fined all over the world, I cannot understand why anyone would buy one.

[@Pamlicojdjdj1487]

The complaints about the shifter are ridiculous. Have it on my 2023 MK8 GTI. Zero issues. Easiest thing to use.

[@nofear6235]

i am good for not having third row, and use all this extra space behind, but what I would be concern is questionable long term reliability for VW that you mention AMD. Nice looking cars these ATLAS btw,

[@K03sport]

I love the absence of the 3rd row and that is why I'm drawn to it (and 15 yrs w/my Mk4 GTI). not that this does anything for the warranty, but I look at the aftermarket for vehicles I'm looking at. A more robust aftermarket means more involved, passionate owners. I enjoyed my 04 GTI, so I'm not scared to see myself in a 2024 Atlas/CrossSport. I do miss the VR6 engine but this turbo 4 is no slouch and can be made quite spicy if one chooses. Again, it helps to be an active/involved owner, especially with VAG products. 🏁

[@reggierizaev]

You stayed positive.

[@Disharmonikash]

I was waiting for a VAG on this channel for a year, I dreamed that it would be an epic video in which you would trash it Ahmed, but this is not it. Actually, I think this car looks incredible and it seems that it's better made than any of their stuff they sell in Europe. I drive a 11 y old Audi, no complaints. But VAG cannot hold a handle to the Japanese manufacturers...

[@diggscn]

When do you plan on doing a review of the new Buick Envista 2024 ? I enjoyed your review of the 2024 Chevy Trax .

[@GT-gt4bf]

This was very interesting. The thing that makes German cars unreliable, make this videos more interesting 😂

[@richsmith3120]

That's a nice way in saying, no don't buy it.

[@bmw803]

I wouldn't touch it, as they discontinued the VR6. A small 4? Turbo charger? No thanks. We have a 2018 with VR6 and it works great.

[@DJ9630.]

​@@bmw803 lol even toyota is swapping to i4 tubro

[@bmw803]

@@DJ9630. Which I find stupid. It's all this EPA fuel economy obsession.

[@DJ9630.]

@@bmw803 I don't mind turbocharged, especially VW since they usually have peak torque at under 2k rpm. I get that N/A is more reliable but I still prefer turbo

[@PineBeltAdventures]

Well, they are lasting longer than Toyotas' newly recalled turbo engines.

[@persaifi]

it is aisin. I Work on them on daily bases.

[@aspiringastronaut9992]

"But that's how they did it.."... a very polite man saying "that's dumb" :):)

[@domlorenz8324]

Can you take a look at the alfa Romeo giulia? Some people say its good if taken care of and some people say to stay away. I want someone i can trust to review it as they are beautiful cars!

[@HoustonRoad]

I had one, not one issue in 39 months ( lease period) build quality was outstanding. I would lease or buy another one. I only keep cars during the warranty period. Few cars are good enough to keep past the warranty period.

[@davec8921]

I hate the trend of sloping rear roof lines that cut into the top of the tailgate, it removes a huge amount of otherwise very usable cargo space

[@user-3tf67bk46u]

Davec8921, what are you going to do? They all do it, otherwise the interior useful shape is going to make everything look like a Ford Flex. It's like back in the day..Fiesta, Plymouth Horizon, et al mimicked the shape of the Rabbit. It has the room, the aerodynamics, the ease of cargo carrying etc. It's just the way it is. Like when he doesn't like the look of a 2" receiver hitch. Whucha gonna do? It has a certain look to be functional. In this case I'm no fan of fake exhaust exits, but at least the hitch looks very well placed. High to take a Walmart hit to protect the hatch, recessed enough people aren't banging their knees. I'm not much of a fan of VW anymore but this rear hitch simply couldn't have been done any better in my opinion.

[@danmarjenka6361]

davec8921 I agree. I too would never trade cargo space for style. I like a boxy looking SUV instead of one that is pinched off on the back, like a turd.

[@user-3tf67bk46u]

@@danmarjenka6361 Dan, could you do me a favour? Let me know if you see my post above from a month ago? It's about boxy shape compromises, talking about the 2" hitch receiver look etc. I'm trying to figure out if I'm shadow bd on this channel. I can see my post but not sure if anyone else sees it. Thanks in advance.

[@kevinvalencia7582]

You should definitely do the review of the Toyota venza

[@aa-hd3ih]

VW owner here, they aren’t bad cars though I own a Golf TDI turbo diesel which has been rock solid and gets amazing mpg (60+ on the highway). The 2.0t gas engine is a bit different but as long as you maintain them and don’t drive em rough and aggressive, you should be fine getting 200k miles from one of these :) sure its not a Camry which can take more abuse and be fine but still a solid offering!

[@dj2big]

It’s for people who want space without a third row as for the touch control, for the un old it works perfect but controls should be lit

[@rexonpadre4653]

@The Car Care Nut Reviews please review Honda HR-V2024 or 2025. This one is a sensible vehicle. Thank you!🎉😊

[@joebrito2066]

VW can drop everything in their lineup, only VW you can buy are the GTI/Golf R. European really struggle building something affordable, no cheaply built, that isn’t over engineered. This car won’t make it trouble free past 50k miles.

[@mob8156]

Hello enormous knowledged sir! I am still awaiting the day you will do a video on the KIA SORENTO 2024 😊

[@godofdun]

2 row mid size are pretty popular for a reason. Some people need more room for stuff, but not people.

[@tedmehlenbacher5673]

i hope he reviews the 2024 traverse!

[@arroyo459]

Love the Atlas. Was glad to have the 2021 V6 version too. Not a fan of the cross sport considering it's not much cheaper than the Atlas.

[@mahabir_navin]

Y'know, we do understand what "middle" and "average" mean, lol...Also, two rows is great....only one kid and a lot of stuff to carry. Plus, it looks cooler. Worth it when there are good leases, but prepare to keep it for the whole lease term because it is near impossible to trade in a VW lease.

[@Rockybalboa541]

Complaining about it not being a third row THEY SELL A 3 ROW ATLAS. It’s a more stylish two row version of the ATLAS for people who don’t need a 3rd row and its slightly shorter than the Atlas. That’s why people buy it. Also most new 3 row vehicle engines are complex and new this engine is simple and tested.

[@kclefthanded427]

It's just like people are complaining about a Honda Passport without 3rd row seating where there's the Pilot to begin with

[@xsej4223]

And complaining cx 70 with no 3rd row

[@phatgringo2.0]

Simple and tested to grenade around 75k miles

[@Rockybalboa541]

@@phatgringo2.0 my Passat has 100k with no problems and everyone I know with a VW has had no issues. Yes there’s been issues with the water pump but even Toyota water pumps are known to go out. You’re trolling isn’t working dude lol

[@phatgringo2.0]

@@Rockybalboa541 it's not trolling, read a dictionary on what that and empirical evidence mean. Adrian would agree.

[@RolandJayPabustan]

Please make a review of CRV and Sportage(Gas Variants) Thank you!!!!!!!

[@ChefS.Keller]

You should do this more with older cars

[@eclipes00]

I personally love the large suv with two rows I wish gem would bring back 2 row Tahoes

[@kenty6973]

The short answer is YES, you should buy as long as you get rid of it after the warranty.