Researching on the gas mileage of a vehicle is the easiest part before buying!!! Looks like you dint do any research before buying this vehicle and then put the blame on the vehicle!!! Atlas is a heavy vehicle and more solid than a v6 honda pilot. So if you want a solid/heavy SUV, V6 engine and GOOD gas mileage, ha ha ha, thats not the right combo!

There’s a Chinese saying ; if you like the way your horse rides, don’t be stingy about feeding him the best meal in the world.. hope that helps anyone buying a car that drinks whole lot of gas

Been a vw tech for 29yrs. I am a fan of the brand. So my opinions are bias of course. After watching your video, I am surprised you are expecting higher fuel mileage....just my opinion! Trading it in after 4 months....you definitely have finances the rest of us don't have! Cheers!

We bought the Cross Sport V6 4 MOTION all wheel drive R package. We have put 16,000 miles on it in 10 months. Excellent for road trips, love traveling in it.

I have a 2018 Atlas, MSRP was 50k. Super comfortable, cruises smooth - have got over 30mpg round trip in the mountains- to the beach on the highway - If I want to go fast, I jump in the F150, if I want to be comfortable, I take the Atlas. Love the Atlas! The vehicle has been very reliable. Edit: one thing I did not like, was a common issue, and is the fact it does not come with a spare at all, let alone a full size spare. Purchased OEM Rim online, got a brand new tire from the tire shop, and keep it in my garage, just in case.

I did Toronto-Montreal (542 km) and the consumption was 8.5l/100km (27.67 MPG) on regular fuel, which I consider very nice because I previously owned a 2011 Mini Cooper S 1.6L 189hp getting 8.7l/100km with premium gas.

I own and operate a 2021 Cross Sport SEL Premium and manage 19-21 mpg in the city by using the manual shift to keep the rpm's under 2,000. Many time on level ground I start up in second gear and quickly shift to 3, 4, 5 & 6th gear. You can watch the mileage from last start soar to 18>19>20+. It also takes a light accelerator foot at stop lights and docile driving style. The car does a very low gear ratio in first, second and third which helps with towing but you can minimize those low gears with manual shifting when driving in town. Paddle shifters would be much more convenient but VW doesn't want get too sporty. Hope this helps someone........

I just recently purchased a Pure Gray 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 2.0T SEL Premium 4Motion. Which for me is much better on gas than the V6. The power is the same for me. But better on the gas mileage. I agree that there is more plasticy interior however, this SUV did extremely well we took to the 4x4 beach. Drove it on the beach and its power is amazing. I love my car.

Well if you’re looking for gas mileage then an suv with a 6 cylinder would be out of the question. We recently upgraded from a Chevy equinox, that had great fuel mileage ( 41mpg best on highway). But it had a 1.4 L turbo. It was selected awd which was nice but as far as towing it had like a 1000lbs. But you can’t even compare the two next to each other. So you need to decide what you want, a fuel efficient vehicle or something with the roominess, towing capacity, and the other options available of the atlas. We agree that the fuel mileage is less but overall we love it. We own a 2021 atlas cross-sport R- Line edition $ 58,000 sticker price. This vehicle has everything and we couldn’t be happier. Btw we live in Wisconsin too…lol

19 mpg is pretty good for a non-turbo SUV box with an automatic transmission. I have a 2015 Sportwagen TDI with a manual and it averages 47 mpg around town and 55 mpg highway. It has a little less cargo space than the Atlas Cross Sport and cost less than half as much. When traveling I can go over 700 miles on its 13.5 gallon tank before needing to refuel. Where I live when you buy a new vehicle you have to pay sales tax and the first year registration cost. For an Atlas Cross Sport it would be over $3000. So selling a new vehicle after 4 months would be throwing away the sales tax and registration to just do it again. At $4/gal and 19 mpg you could go over 14,000 miles with that $3000.

Amazing how they "lose" things as they come out with newer models. We bought a 2019 Atlas SEL Premium. The rear seats have little flip handles near the headrest to "pull" and the seat goes down. The middle seats have handles on the side of the seat. I now have 3 cars (including the VW). 2011 Minivan and a 09 Jeep (which is daily driver even though it gets 10 city, 15 hwy thanks to all the mod's I've done to it). I knew all about the MPG before going in but watching how it does in crash tests sold me. We drive the Atlas on long trips mostly. It's almost 3 years old, 16k miles. I get 25hwy, 16/17 city. It's quiet, smooth, fun to drive and it's my 4th VW. Before that, had the 2013 Passat TDi SEL P. That would be a great car for your fuel use but IMO, for your family use, think of a minivan. I've seen young families with one kid swear they wouldn't be seen dead in one. Then they get 2 and complain their ford edge just doesn't hold all the "Stuff" they need it to carry. They rent a minivan for a trip. Upon return, they end up getting one. I've been driving a minivan since 1993 and even though I have the Atlas, there is not a family vehicle for the price that can beat them. Get a hybrid. Good MPG and you will never complain about needing cup holders ever again. And if you need to haul a few 4x8 sheets of plywood, no problem.

We traded our 2018 Atlas in on a 2021 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro. You want to talk about cheap interior or horrible gas mileage?!? That thing hasn’t been updated since 2008, and we were getting about 10-11mpg in the city. After only 6 months we traded it in on another Atlas. 2022 Cross Sport SEL R-Line with every single possible add-on and couldn’t be happier. 18-19mpg from a full size AWD SUV is great mileage as far as I’m concerned. Such a great, comfortable, capable SUV. I love it.

While clearly more expensive and definitely smaller our Q5 gets over 30mpg on most drives (avg over 16k miles is 26) and the powertrain is borderline fast. The torque curve of the Audi specific 2.0t is absolutely flawless and the dsg really comes alive when driving aggressively. It’s a shame audi doesn’t share these benefits with vw In the us market. And the interior also is day and night. Too bad Audi does give vw their longitudinal chassis to use :/

Small advice: next time before buying a car, make sure to calculate daily fuel consumption to see if it fits in your budget, instead of loosing money when you trade in your car…

Not sure how you’re expecting great MPG out of any SUV, especially a V6 tank. We went from a diesel truck to an Atlas. Yes the diesel got better MPG, but the fuel costs more so in reality it evened out. If you want economy from VW then get a Jetta. I’ve gotten upwards of 45mpg in my GLI.

I think your family would have been better suited for the SEL model which has premium interior. I can’t say much for the fuel economy because this is something I considered prior to purchasing and I personally don’t think the fill up is that bad. As an Atlas Xsport owner myself, the only other SUVs i would consider are Acura or Audi. I am curious to see which vehicle you replaced this one for.

I bought the base model SQ5 exclusively for the analog gauges. I look at screens all day long. I don’t want to look at another one when I drive. I bet analog gauges cost VW more than a screen too.

I drove the 4cyl and the V6. The acceleration noises from 1st to 2nd and possibly 3rd was a turn off for me on the 4. A car that size, a V6 is a must. It is a tank !!!! I would never touch a 4 same as I would never touch a Jeep Grand 4 cyl.

We have an Atlas and get around 20-25mpg. With our urban loader on top and extended up we get 18mpg. The Atlas are maxed at 5,000lbs towing capacity.

I can relate to the fuel economy, I had a Passat with the same V6 and it was terrible!!!

I have the four-cylinder turbo and I prefer that over the V6. It’s actually way more fun to drive and it gets amazing fuel economy.

I was getting a good mileage on my 2018 2.0L atlas, running on cruise control going the speed limit ! it saves on gas! a lot actually but now i decided to change, i dont need the space since i dont have kids, and the warranty is about to be over in November, so i'm trading it for a 2021 GLI full ! More fun to drive and better value for money!

Bought 2018 Atlas SE, w/Tec Pkg. FWD, not AWD. No need for AWD. Put on almost 100k miles - have not paid a penny for service, aside from oil change. Fuel economy is normal for an SUV this category. Taking it in for brakes and inspection soon. Changed air filters myself. I don't keep tires at 35psi, it's around 40. Once in a while the engine auto start/stop deactivates due to braking habits, which eventually resets after a couple days regular driving. If this happens to you, don't panic. The airbag sensors are.... very sensitive, so keep floor areas under seats clear. Very spacious vehicle. Great for long road trips.

You bought a car that clearly stated the mileage on the window sticker. Not sure of your driving style as I get 24-25 mpg on a highway trip with my 2021 R line SEL V6. Around town about 19-20. Could I get a better gas mileage car? Sure, but like you said, nothing comes close to this size with regards to space. And the fact it weighs over 4500 lbs just may play into the mix. I love mine. The mileage is no surprise to me, but then again I’m retired and don’t need a “commuter” car. Lucky for you there is a used car shortage and dealers will give you a decent trade…hopefully.

I found out the hard way it’s all relative with mpg because I owned a Ram with a 5.7 Hemi that got 15 mpg with combo city and hwy driving. When I drove it in the city only I got 13 mpg. Got rid of it for an Audi A4 2.0T and got 18 to 20 mpg in the city. I gave up space and a V8 for only 5 mpg. I now own the Cross Sport getting the some 18 to 20 as the A4 in the city which I can live with because I continue drive spirited and it’s the perfect size.

Good Video. I really wanted one of these having had a Passat for almost 10 years and 170,000 miles. Unlike you, the dealer wouldn't deal with me and wanted full MSRP. I ended going back to Ford and got a 2019 Edge ST performance package and like you I needed the tow hitch and AWD. The Edge has a twin turbo and quite fast. I am getting about 21-22 mpg with mostly city driving. Haven't had it on a road trip yet. My Passat, with V6 had to run premium so I am happy the Edge does not. The Edge with ST package is around $50k new.

Towing capacity is 5,000 lbs if you get a hitch on the vehicle from the factory, if you have a hitch added to the car by the dealership, the towing capacity is 2,500 lbs.

Totally true about the gas consumption of this car, it’s a gasoline gourmand even in eco-mode. I was surprised and a bit terrified the way it drinks fuel after purchasing it from the dealership. If you’re a daily commuter, it’s not for you. Space is the most advantage of this car, especially the 3rd row compared to the 2021 Toyota highlander, which was our first choice because it’s a hybrid but 3rd row was miserable and plastics looked more cheaper and fragile than the Atlas. We are not a very road tripper so it’s fine for us.

I also have a 21 SE W/Tech V6 and 4 Motion. in 2 months I've racked up over 10k. I traded my Ecodiesel Grand Cherokee on this Crosssport. MY highway mileage is in the upper 20s just like the diesel cruising at 75+. Around town mileage is 19-20. I ALWAYS drive for economy. This vehicle is WAY more comfortable than the GC. I won't be trading anytime soon. Love the size.

The kind of guy who orders a 8 ounce steak from a restaurant then gets home and leaves a bad review because he got full too quick

I have the Atlas V6 SE and I put in 10k miles on it within 4 to 5 months. I really enjoy driving it long distances and so far I have no problems with it other than MPG. If anything I might trade it in for a new model cause mine is 2018.

My wife is currently on her way home from a trip to Kentucky. She's sending me messages and video of snow and ice on the road as well as the TPMS telling her she has a tire inflation issue. But...it doesn't say which tire. We assume it is weather related considering she doesn't feel any pull or tilt. Aside from that, our R Line, just like yours, has been a really neat ride. The problems we have had, especially when she was driving home with our toddler granddaughter, is that the "Infotainment" went berserk and turned the radio volume all the way to Peak Power, on its own, and it could not be turned down or even turned off. When my wife pulled into the driveway, I thought she was just jamming out to a favorite tune. Nope! She had to endure head thumping noise for about 20 miles. That thing has a mind of its own. It craps out completely, requiring a "soft-boot" reactivation, or it has had to go in for a manual, out-of-the-dash full reconfiguring of the system. I think she has done about 4 "soft-boots" on her own. We are getting rid of ours this coming week as well. We've had it just under a year and have only put about 8,000 miles on it. Other than the issues addressed, it is a very sweet machine. I will admit to that. It has plenty of pep in its step and is really fun to drive. Well, other than the ultra-high lipped front seats. They make it a little cumbersome to access and egress. Either way, it has to go.

I purchased a 2021 KIA Telluride for my family of 5. We got the SX model with FWD instead of the AWD because of mpg. I modified the intake and the exhausted plus added a oil catcher. The over mpg improve to 25 city/ 29 Hwy (solid at 70mph).

Unless you get an electric or hybrid V6, gas mileage will always be mediocre in a V6, especially if it is 4WD or AWD.

We just purchased a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium 4 motion R-Line and we absolutely love it!!!

My son just got back from a 200 mile trip and his Atlas got 24.4 mpg. Normal city and highway gives around 18, just like this Crossport.

I love the look of this thing, it almost looks land rover-y…wish i could combine the interior of something like a genesis GV70/GV80 with the exterior of this.

Appreciate the review! I will say the mpg is well documented as not being the best. Seems like a silly buy for 20+ mile commuters. What are you getting as a replacement?

Just drive in sport mode, steering feedback is improved. And on freeways sports mode will not cause a dent once you are cruising in 8th gear. It just improve the response curve and removes up shifting eagerness in Normal mode. 23 mpg and regular grade gas is good as 26mpg premium. And while towing expect 13-16 mpg, which is not the best, so needs some planning on refueling. A bigger gas tank is all this car needs. Thanks to market adjustment by Kia and it’s likes, this remains my top choice. I can live with this.

Other than gas, which didn't actually seem very expensive, I didn't really hear a lot of reasons to get rid of it. It's a great looking car; though, I do agree that they could have added some premium materials for that price. Good luck with your next pick.

Highlander hybrid is about the same length as the CS, but with AWD, I average 35 mpg. I went top of the line platinum also

VW Atlas was on our list of cars to look at that morning. We went to Genesis, but except for the GV80 SUV I test drove, there was no inventory. Then we diverted to Cadillac and saw a beautiful red XT 6 with black wheels and black grille. Bought it on the spot.

Recently got the 2022 version . Really nice . very similar to this 2021 and it does come with digital cockpit .

Atlas was a slug test drive and this video proved it. Kudos to the video. About 300,000 hits, and same question over and over. He sold it because his commute changed. Also kind of funny, lots of interest in how much stuff he has in his car during the recording. Thumbs up. Honestly, the Atlas I test drove, I kept looking for the economy or sport mode setting. Salesman said there was no setting to change. I was waiting for some acceleration or performance. BLAH!!!!

There is just something off about these to me. I feel like they don’t do one particular thing very well. It’s just okay overall. Excluding the exterior styling, that is fantastic.

How many mile do you drive a year? If you want an SUV with 40' cubic feet of cargo you will have to give up some gas mileage. Maybe a Mazda C5 should have been a better choice? We are on our second Atlas V6 and knew going in that gas mileage was going to be poor. We only drive 10,000 miles a year so gas mileage was not a deal breaker.

Love the video but..... What did you end up replacing this with ?

I think this is decent mileage for a near full size SUV with awd. Its better than a Tahoe and the like but less than a Traverse. Unless you are getting a hybrid truck not many this size do much better. Now MPG has improved in many SUVs for 2021 so it may have fallen in mileage ranking recently but this has class leading storage behind the 3rd row. And if its regular gas instead of premium that provides a savings. Looking into getting a Atlas R Line premium trim in about 8 months. Im looking at other trucks with at least 20 cubic feet behind 3rd row...so it stacks up pretty decent against the comp in sticker price as well and not huge like a suburban. Im aware this version only has 2 rows.

Dude stop it, am trying to figure out the issues here, THIS IS V6 AWD OR 4MOTION. you are talking about. I have 2018 Atlas 4motion and I get around 350miles on full tank. way better most of the SUVs around. Maybe you will better with a sedan car instead. I have driven in Infiniti Jx 35, V6, Highlander Limited V6, and the Atlas is better on fuel economy. So come again on your dislikes. Thanks.

Pretty close to a perfect SUV. I just wish it was quicker.

Gas has been crazy high for six months, it seems. Out here in California we're at $.4.60 a gallon. You mention $200 a month in gas being a pain....I spend that in gas commuting 23 miles in my Mini Cooper. I had a Tundra with a 4.6L and at 19 mpg I easily spent $500 a month. It definitely feels good to now get 30 mpg.🙂 Really enjoyed the video....completely agree about the interior.

I own a 2021 Atlas Cross Sport SEL R Line Premium. I am extremely happy with the vehicle and so far so good.

I just test drove an RLine Cross sport Atlas and came away with a feeling of very average and utilitarian. It had the full digital tach compared to the analog ones you have in this video. My biggest problem is the interiors feel like the old VW's I've had back in the early 2000's and it hasn't gone through and significant redesigns...it feels old. I've been looking at the Hyundai Santa Fe's and Kia Sorentos and they just feel better and the quality and materials feel properly good.

I have an atlas and it's the best suv I've ever bought.

Savings on future gas consumption is bigger than the depreciation value? How much did you lose after selling it?

I traded in my 2020 Cross Sport SEL because of to many issues, Sway bars went out at 12K, Steering gears started grinding at 25K, Gremlin electrical issues one after the other, driving once and all of a sudden it sounded like my muffler fell off and and became increasingly louder and louder then miraculously went away, cruise control disengaged on a road trip for a few days and poof it's back, most recently the trans started feeling a bit off so I figured I better trade while it's still worth some money.

Screw this. Thanks for the review. I guess I only liked this car because of the beautiful exterior but it doesn’t compete with the others in its class when it comes to everything else

Anyone looking at it, would be able to tell that gas mileage won’t be great. I do agree on the cheaper interior finish. With that price , should be Audi quality

Thank you for your honest review….I had thought about getting this, but gas mileage is very important to me.

Curious, what was the mpg on the highway on its own? Don't know if you tracked that. And what average speed do you drive on the hwy? I'm typically between 70 to 80 mph.

Not sure what kind of mileage you’re expecting out of a full size SUV, it’s actually pretty good mileage.

To me they're the best looking SUV on the market but reliability is even more important so I own a Mazda CX5.

We have the 4cyl turbo has a more features in inside but roughly the same we got it because it only had 2ft/lbs of less torque was not a bad trade off to get 450 miles of range on sport mode

We just bought a 2023 Atlas Cross Sport, and wow, the difference between the 2023 and a 2021 are Huge!

Looks like you might need to move out of your Atlas before you trade it. 😂 I recently traded a Jeep wrangler for a 21 Atlas v6…….. enjoying the great gas mileage of the Atlas compared to the Wrangler, not to mention all the amenities the Atlas SEL supreme offers!

Keep your vw atlas since you already have all your stuff in it and you could be ready for a road trip. Bare in mind that that these cars are heavy and there are no economic replacement

I have the SEL 21, and i've been back to the dealership three times already with issues. I've thought about trading it back in as well, but now its in the shop for approximately two weeks for a new part. My vehicle kept popping up numerous error codes, and I was old not to drive the vehicle. Now, we wait :) .

Liked the content. Very informative. Thanks for sharing!!

Lol, I like the Atlas but that thing is a boat with a big anchor. You need 300 plus hp to move that 4400 lb SUV with any fervor. My 17’ stage 1 GLI has the same hp/ torque in a compact sedan that weighs 1200 lbs less. It’s a rocket. You should consider a Colorado/Canyon for towing, storage capacity and power..

I have a 21 Cross Sport SE and love it. I have the 4 cyl and get 22 mpg. Its got tons of room and all the bells - for the money! This is not an expensive car - I think the sticker was like $42-43K. My wife's Rover was $86K - almost double. We use the Atlas for long vacation hauls and for day to day. We take the Whip when we go out. I recommend this vehicle. Like others have said, if you want great gas mileage don't get a big SUV !

I will always chose quality over cheapest. Proud owner of two Volvos. 2020 XC90 Inscription and 2020 XC40 R-type polestar.

What did you end up getting? Super curious because we were considering the cross sport for the same reasons you bought it!

Vw use to have beautiful interiors I have been a huge VW fan for years the drive and interiors were all so nice until 2011 it went downhill really fast it’s a shame I bought a VW Alltrack has a super nice interior. The VR6 has always been a gas hog.

I think $45k for that vehicle is kind of a bargain. An equal model Audi would have easily been an additional $10k or more. I think VW went a little cheap on the interior because of the 4motion option. That is an expensive option, but if VW cuts a few corners with the interior they're able to somewhat keep the price down. Nice looking vehicle. I'm a big VW fan and driving my second GTI. Loved the first GTI I owned and I love my current GTI.

Hey man, you communicate really well as do most people from Wisconsin. This vehicle seems like a very utilitarian vehicle. I would have liked seeing you incorporate driving dynamics and a short drive. How can a review of a vehicle be complete just parked? As for mileage, I get 42 on the highway going average 70 mph in my Civic but that's not a house-on-wheels the way these SUV are. I have 1.5 Liters and 2900 curb weight. I see the Toyota products in the new Sienna and RAV4 or Highlander to have hybrid options and more economical drivers. I had two VR6 vehicles back in the day in two Passat sedans and I loved the engine but mine did not want to last very long. I hope VW has made the new ones more reliable and long-lived. Take care and good speaking. Just remember to drive the vehicle on camera. Cheers

I get 42 mpg in my gas 2014 passat. I've had it since new and drives the same as day 1. Such a perfect car and sadly i can't buy a new one anymore.

At one time I considered one of these vehicles but they're just so plain inside and the cost cutting on materials just doesn't give you a premium feeling. I've owned several VW products and it seems like this has been a trend over the last 10+ years.

The exterior design is beautiful, but the interior is SO dull and boring with cheap materials. VW needs to step up their game for the price-point. MPG is too low and repair costs are too high. I've considered it since I'm looking at this class, but, to me, it isn't even worth the test drive. The Honda Passport is a great option, but still low MPG. I'm banking on the new Kia Sorento X-Line.

No V6 all wheel drive vehicle would give you good MPGs. What was missing in your initial research and decision?

Need need need. We have the 4cyl with Front Wheel Drive. Does fine in Chicago winters and I just returned from a cross country trip where I averaged over 26mpg, not bad for a huge vehicle. It’s all about compromise and balance.

If you’re only getting 17-18 mpg on a 50 mile commute, then something’s wrong. Either it’s a more than average stop and go or you got an extremely heavy foot. I’ve had two regular Atlases. A 2018 SEL 3.6, and a 2021 SE V6 R-line and I drive spirited and with a 40 mile each way commute each day and I’m getting 25mpg.

I have a 2019 Golf Alltrack (6 speed manual, 4-Motion) which I love to death. The Atlas honestly smells too strongly of "vehicle designed specifically for Americans", which to me, as a long time VW fan, triggers warning bells. No offense to anyone who loves the American market Passat, but market specific vehicles like those tend to lag behind VW's global vehicles in features, quality, interior materials, and lots of the little touches they're known for. They also get refreshed a lot slower and get full updates rarely (if ever). I agree, it's not a bad car, but their global vehicles have tech that this Cross Sport is lacking and if you compare it to the new upcoming 2022 GTI, you really start to notice the wide gap between them. One of the glaring things I noticed were the rear seat fold down handles that are on my Alltrack, but weirdly missing on the much larger Atlas (located on the sides near the hatch opening and let the seats fold down without having to walk up to the rear doors). Just one example of a small thing that makes a difference but they omitted, likely due to cost cutting. Again, not saying its a bad vehicle, just that VW dilutes their brand reputation by delving into market specific vehicles like this while withholding popular global vehicles from us.

Was the 50 mile commute mostly on the highway? Also, what car is replacing it?

My son has the 2021 VW Atlas ! When you have a SUV you comprise with the gas! His is top of the line with quad captain seats running boards 7 passenger ( I have 2016 MDX) very comfortable and the digital cockpit is wonderful! It is soo aggressive when you are not in lane it literally moves the vehicle to the center. My MDX moves you as well 🥰 his Atlas was $61 k .

The interior cheapness is shocking considering how much it costs. The bad mpg is a big bummer too. A Highlander Hybrid is the way to go, unbeatable mpg and resale value.

The interior looks very cheap!! VW needs to bring their VW lineup aesthetics up a notch. When KIA is creating cars that look as good as they do, it makes you wonder if VW is even watching automobile market trends.

Thanks, good video, I am considering the cross sport, only me and I would like the cargo space but i am concerned about the gas mileage

I rented a 2022 VW Atlas CS for a week this summer for a family trip to the beach and I was very impress with the size and the ride quality. The only thing I diss liked about the Atlas CS was the city gas miles.

My Jetta easily clears 43 MPG on the highway. I fill it up less often than my old Camry and the tank is a third smaller.

I feel like VW's look so nice from the exterior, but their interiors are several years behind. I love the look of this SUV but immediately crossed it off my consideration list when the interior was revealed. For the price they sell these things for, the cheap interior is extremely unacceptable.

I've owned 2019 standard Atlas, and now a 21 Cross sport.. Gas mileage it's in my own opinion, the worst part about it. They should have used the V8 that's in the Touareg. I would have gone to the Touareg if it were in my market. Or V6 with Turbo. Aside from that it's a great vehicle. Interior is fine better quality than most vehicle on the road, and hasn't changed since it's inception. I'd purchase another if I had to do it all over.

How fast do you go on the highway? Do you use cruise control? Are the roads flat?

Not quite sure what you’re complaints are. My wife and I bought a 2021 VW Atlas Cross Sport in Tourmaline blue with the technology package. We got the VR-6 engine, and I love driving in manual mode, so I can hear her sing. Guess it depends on your driving style. Guess you could have gone with the 2.0L turbo, but then you would’ve needed to run premium fuel. By the way, we’re in Wisconsin also.

Get the CR-V , I got one 4 months ago, I can’t even remember when I fill it up last time 😂

I just downgraded(well upgraded to me) from a 15 Chevy Traverse to a 19 Hybrid Fusion Hybrid. I miss the space but don't miss 17 mpg. And since my commute has changed significantly, I'll take 41mpg over 17 all dayyyyy.

What did you end up with. I'm on the fence. I almost bought this today. Fuel economy was my issue. I sell houses and so far my Tiguan has been great for gas. I'm on fence of 2022 Tiguan or cross sport. I drove the cross sport for a few weeks as a loaner. I liked it but I literally like love the Tiguan driving

The vehicle looks nice but inside it must feel like a lego car with all that plastic..

Pricy imo especially compared to the Palisade and Telluride which are way nicer in pretty much every aspect.

The interior feels very strong and spacious. I dislike the short roof combined with the smaller windshield.

What is the ride quality like ? Need something smooth over the terrible NY roads ...