2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport near Council Bluffs, IA

If you’re in the market for a family SUV or off-road-ready crossover, consider the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas or Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. Both VW SUVs, for sale now at Baxter Volkswagen Omaha, offer the type of performance, safety and comfort you want out of a vehicle. But what is the difference between Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport models? We’re glad you asked! The VW sales experts at our Volkswagen dealership near Council Bluffs have helped put together a detailed 2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport comparison, so you have all the details you need before you schedule your test-drive!

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Red 2023 VW Atlas in Car cut with a Black 2023 VW Atlas Cross Sport Car Cut Behind it

What Is the Difference Between Atlas & Atlas Cross Sport?

While the 3-row Atlas SUV comes with a 7-seat configuration, the Atlas Cross Sport offers two rows of seating and five seats inside the cabin. If you’re looking to take an extended Nebraska road trip with the entire family, the 2023 VW Atlas may be a wise choice. That’s because the new VW Atlas passenger volume maxes out at an impressive 154 cubic feet of space. Do you love the style, appeal and maneuverability of the athletic Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport model? If so, rest assured the 2023 Atlas Cross Sport cargo capacity ensures that you’ll be able to take along the gear you need for a fun adventure.

Interior view of an Atlas with people sitting in the second and third rows.

2023 Volkswagen Atlas

  • Rows of Seating: 3
  • Seating Capacity: 7
  • Passenger Volume (cu. ft.): 154
  • Cargo Volume (cu. ft.): 96.8
Atlas Cross Sport interior

2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

  • Rows of Seating: 2
  • Seating Capacity: 5
  • Passenger Volume (cu. ft.): 112
  • Cargo Volume (cu. ft.): 77.8

2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs. Atlas Cross Sport Performance

In terms of performance, you can’t do much better than the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport and VW Atlas. No matter which of these new Volkswagen SUVs in Omaha you prefer, you’ll gain standard amenities underneath the hood like a turbo engine and 235 horsepower. Wondering whether the Atlas Cross Sport or Atlas gets better gas mileage? Both options provide you with similar fuel economy. Meanwhile, the Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas towing capacities can each max out at 5,000 pounds, giving you the trailering capabilities you desire out of a family vehicle either way you go.

Atlas in Pyrite Silver Metallic seen from the front driving on a mountain road.

2023 Volkswagen Atlas

  • Standard Engine: 2.0-liter turbo
  • Standard Horsepower: 235
  • Max Highway MPG: 251
  • Max Towing Capacity (lbs.): 5,000
Atlas Cross Sport driving on highway

2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

  • Standard Engine: 2.0-liter turbo
  • Standard Horsepower: 235
  • Max Highway MPG: 251
  • Max Towing Capacity (lbs.): 5,000