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Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport (facelift 2023) 2.0 TSI (269 Hp) Tiptronic
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Volkswagen Atlas:
The Volkswagen Atlas is a mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by the German automaker Volkswagen since 2017. Developed mainly for the North American and Chinese market, the vehicle is based on the Volkswagen Group MQB platform. Outside the US, Canadian, and Chilean markets, the vehicle is marketed as the Volkswagen Teramont. It is positioned above the long-wheelbase Tiguan and below the smaller but more upmarket Touareg.
Marketed as the Atlas in the United States, Canada, Chile, and Israel, the vehicle is known as the Teramont elsewhere, including the rest of the Middle East, Africa, as well as in Mexico, Russia, Colombia and China, where production in Ningbo began in 2017. For markets outside China, the Atlas/Teramont is produced in the Chattanooga plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Cross Sport (facelift 2023) Overview:
Volkswagen Atlas (Cross Sport (facelift 2023)). With 370 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1893 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 TSI (269 Hp) Tiptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers robust acceleration and confident highway cruising thanks to its potent 269 Hp engine and smooth 8-speed Tiptronic transmission.
Fuel Economy
Combined fuel economy of 10.2 l/100 km is reasonable for a powerful, large SUV of this size, though not class-leading.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior with ample cargo room
- • Powerful and refined 2.0 TSI engine for confident driving
- • Bold and distinctive exterior design post-facelift
- • Advanced technology and safety features available
- • Smooth 8-speed Tiptronic transmission
Cons:
- • Fuel economy, while improved, is still only average for the class
- • Ride can be firm on larger wheel options
- • Not rated by Euro NCAP (primarily US market focus)
- • Interior materials could be more premium in some trims
- • Limited off-road capability due to lower ground clearance
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cross Sport: 2020 - 2023).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Atlas |
| Generation: | Cross Sport (facelift 2023) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TSI (269 Hp) Tiptronic |
| Start of production: | 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 269 Hp @ 5500-6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 135.6 Hp/l [2mm more] |
| Torque: | 370 Nm @ 1600-4750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA888 evo4 More details about the engine EA888 evo4 |
| Engine displacement: | 1984 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7 kg/Hp, 142.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 195.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1893 |
| Max. weight: | 2510 |
| Max load: | 617 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2197 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1141 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2268 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70.4 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 17.7° |
| Length: | 4968 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Width: | 1990 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1731 mm mm [8mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2980 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2249 mm |
| Front track: | 1702 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1718 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.2 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 20.8° |
| Departure angle: | 25.1° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Tiptronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 335x30 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 310x22 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/60 R18; 255/50 R20; 265/45 R21 |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 18; 20; 21 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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