Compare the Volkswagen Atlas 2023 Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION VS Volkswagen Atlas 2021 Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
MSRP: 54995$
MSRP: 46695$
Features
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Body
Suv
Suv
Doors
4
4
Fuel
Gasoline Direct Injection
Gasoline Direct Injection
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Automatic w/OD
Engine
3.6L FSI 276 HP 6-Cylinder
3.6L FSI 276 HP 6-Cylinder
Emissions
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
G/km Of CO2 Emissions
279
301
Transmission
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)
0.67
0.67
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
1.21
1.21
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
3.60
3.60
First Gear Ratio (:1)
5.59
5.59
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
1.43
1.43
Reverse Ratio (:1)
3.99
3.99
Second Gear Ratio (:1)
3.14
3.14
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)
0.81
0.81
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
1.00
1.00
Third Gear Ratio (:1)
1.95
1.95
Trans Description Cont.
Automatic w/OD
Automatic w/OD
Trans Order Code
UR
UR
Trans Type
8
8
Vehicle
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
EPA Classification
Small SUV 4WD
Small SUV 4WD
Interior Dimensions
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Front Head Room
40.1 (in)
41.3 (in)
Front Leg Room
41.7 (in)
41.7 (in)
Front Shoulder Room
61.5 (in)
61.5 (in)
Passenger Capacity
7
7
Passenger Volume
154 (ft³)
154 (ft³)
Second Head Room
39.5 (in)
40.4 (in)
Second Leg Room
37.6 (in)
37.6 (in)
Second Shoulder Room
60.8 (in)
60.8 (in)
Third Head Room
38.3 (in)
38.3 (in)
Third Leg Room
33.7 (in)
33.7 (in)
Third Shoulder Room
54.9 (in)
54.9 (in)
Weight Information
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Base Curb Weight
4594 (lbs)
4614 (lbs)
Total Option Weight
0.00 (lbs)
0.00 (lbs)
Mileage
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
EnerGuide Estimate - City
13.4 (L/100 km)
14.6 (L/100 km)
EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy
10.1 (L/100 km)
10.9 (L/100 km)
Trailering
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
500 (lbs)
500 (lbs)
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
5000 (lbs)
5000 (lbs)
Maximum Trailering Capacity
5000 (lbs)
5000 (lbs)
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
500 (lbs)
500 (lbs)
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
5000 (lbs)
5000 (lbs)
Engine
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Displacement
3.6 L/220
3.6 L/220
Engine Type
Regular Unleaded V-6
Regular Unleaded V-6
Fuel System
Gasoline Direct Injection
Gasoline Direct Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
276 @ 6200
276 @ 6200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
266 @ 3500
266 @ 3500
Type
3.6L FSI 276 HP 6-Cylinder null
3.6L FSI 276 HP 6-Cylinder null
Electrical
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
180
180
Suspension
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Suspension Type - Front
Strut
Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Strut
Strut
Suspension Type - Rear
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Tires
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Front Tire Size
P255/50TR20
P245/60TR18
Rear Tire Size
P255/50TR20
P245/60TR18
Spare Tire Size
Compact
Compact
Wheels
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Front Wheel Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Front Wheel Size
20 X 8 (in)
18 X 8 (in)
Rear Wheel Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Rear Wheel Size
20 X 8 (in)
18 X 8 (in)
Spare Wheel Material
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel Size
Compact (in)
Compact (in)
Steering
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
40.7 (ft)
40.7 (ft)
Brakes
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Brake ABS System
4-Wheel
4-Wheel
Brake Type
4-Wheel Disc
4-Wheel Disc
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Yes
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes
Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
13.2 (in)
13.2 (in)
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
12.2 (in)
12.2 (in)
Fuel Tank
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
73.9 (L)
73.9 (L)
Exterior Dimensions
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Height, Overall
70.1 (in)
70.1 (in)
Length, Overall
200.7 (in)
200.7 (in)
Track Width, Front
67 (in)
67 (in)
Track Width, Rear
67.6 (in)
67.6 (in)
Wheelbase
117.3 (in)
117.3 (in)
Width, Max w/o mirrors
78.3 (in)
78.3 (in)
Cargo Area Dimensions
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
96.8 (ft³)
96.8 (ft³)
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
55.5 (ft³)
55.5 (ft³)
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
20.6 (ft³)
20.6 (ft³)
Equipment
Mechanical
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
180 Amp Alternator
3.60 Axle Ratio
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
520.0 Kgs Maximum Payload
73.9 L Fuel Tank
Class III Towing Equipment -inc: Hitch
Electro-Hydraulic Power Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine Oil Cooler
Engine: 3.6L FSI 276 HP 6-Cylinder
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Full-Time All-Wheel
GVWR: 2,730 kgs (6,018 lbs)
Gas-Pressurized Front Shock Absorbers
Permanent Locking Hubs
Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust
Standard Suspension -inc: coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Trailer Wiring Harness
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode
Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic w/Tiptronic -inc: eco driving mode and start/stop system w/regenerative braking
1080# Maximum Payload
180 Amp Alternator
3.60 Axle Ratio
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
73.9 L Fuel Tank
Class III Towing Equipment -inc: Hitch
Electro-Hydraulic Power Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine Oil Cooler
Engine: 3.6L FSI 276 HP 6-Cylinder
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Full-Time All-Wheel
GVWR: 2,730 kgs (6,018 lbs)
Gas-Pressurized Front Shock Absorbers
Permanent Locking Hubs
Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust
Standard Suspension -inc: coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Trailer Wiring Harness
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode
Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic w/Tiptronic -inc: eco driving mode and start/stop system w/regenerative braking
Exterior
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Directionally Adaptive Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Black Grille w/Chrome Accents
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body-Coloured Front Bumper w/Metal-Look Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Body-Coloured Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Body-Coloured Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Chrome Bumper Insert
Chrome Bodyside Insert, Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Cornering Lights
Deep Tinted Glass
Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass Panoramic 1st And 2nd Row Sunroof w/Power Sunshade
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Front Fog Lamps
Front License Plate Bracket
Front Windshield -inc: Electrically Heated Glass
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
LED Brakelights
Lip Spoiler
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets
Roof Rack Rails Only
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tires: 255/50R20 105T All-Season -inc: Low rolling resistance
Wheels: 8J x 20" Rizla Machined Alloy
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Black Grille w/Chrome Accents
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body-Coloured Front Bumper w/Metal-Look Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Body-Coloured Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Body-Coloured Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Cornering Lights
Deep Tinted Glass
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
Front Fog Lamps
Front License Plate Bracket
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
LED Brakelights
Lip Spoiler
Original Trims
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets
Roof Rack Rails Only
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tires: 245/60R18 105T All-Season -inc: Low rolling resistance
Wheels: 8J x 18" Titan Machined Alloy
Entertainment
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Audio Theft Deterrent
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Radio Data System and External Memory Control
Radio: 8.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System -inc: Fender premium audio system w/12 speakers plus subwoofer, wireless App-Connect smartphone integration (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay), voice control, SiriusXM satellite radio, wireless device charging and satellite navigation
Regular Amplifier
Streaming Audio
Window Grid Diversity Antenna
1 LCD Monitor In The Front
Audio Theft Deterrent
Radio w/Seek-Scan, MP3 Player, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System
Radio: 8.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System -inc: CD player, diversity antenna, 6 speakers, premium colour multi-function display, voice control, 4 USB port, Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity w/wireless charging and SiriusXM satellite radio
Streaming Audio
Window Grid Antenna
Interior
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
2 12V DC Power Outlets
2 12V DC Power Outlets and 1 120V AC Power Outlet
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Heated Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft
Air Filtration
Car-Net 4G LTE enabled Wi-Fi (4 years included) Mobile Hotspot Internet Access
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Net
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Compass
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Distance Pacing w/Traffic Stop-Go
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Information Centre
Driver Seat
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access and Remote Start
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Fixed 50-50 Split-Bench 3rd Row Seat Front, 2 Manual and Adjustable Head Restraints
Front And Rear Map Lights
Front Centre Armrest and Rear Centre Armrest
Front Cupholder
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console, 2 12V DC Power Outlets and 1 120V AC Power Outlet
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Altimeter, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts, Headliner/Pillar Ducts and Console Ducts
Heated & Ventilated Front Sport Seats -inc: 8-way power front seats w/driver memory function and driver seat 2-way power lumbar support
Heated Leatherette Steering Wheel
Immobilizer
Instrument Panel Covered Bin, Dashboard Storage, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins and 1st Row Underseat Storage
Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Wood/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Simulated Wood/Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents
Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
Leatherette Door Trim Insert
Locking Glove Box
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Memory Settings -inc: Door Mirrors
Outside Temp Gauge
Passenger Seat
Perforated Leather Seating Surfaces
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Fuel Flap Locking Type
Power Rear Windows, Fixed 3rd Row Windows and w/Manual 2nd Row Sun Blinds
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
Rear Cupholder
Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 4 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Easy Open Proximity Cargo Access
Roll-Up Cargo Cover
Seats w/Leatherette Back Material
Smart Device Remote Engine Start
Tracker System
Trip Computer
Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch
Valet Function
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
3 12V DC Power Outlets
6-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline, Height Adjustment and Fore/Aft Movement
60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft
8-Way Driver Seat
Air Filtration
Analog Appearance
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Net
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Compass
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Distance Pacing w/Traffic Stop-Go
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
Engine Immobilizer
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access and Remote Engine Start
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Fixed 50-50 Split-Bench 3rd Row Seat Front, 2 Manual and Adjustable Head Restraints
Front And Rear Map Lights
Front Centre Armrest
Front Cupholder
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Altimeter, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts, Headliner/Pillar Ducts and Console Ducts
Heated Front Comfort Seats -inc: 10-way power-adjustable driver seat w/2-way power lumbar support
Heated Leather/Piano Black Steering Wheel
Instrument Panel Covered Bin, Dashboard Storage, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins and 1st Row Underseat Storage
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents
Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
Leatherette Door Trim Insert
Leatherette Seating Surfaces
Locking Glove Box
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Outside Temp Gauge
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Fuel Flap Locking Type
Power Rear Windows, Fixed 3rd Row Windows and w/Manual Sun Blinds
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
Rear Cupholder
Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 4 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
Roll-Up Cargo Cover
Seats w/Leatherette Back Material
Systems Monitor
Trip Computer
Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch
Valet Function
Safety
Volkswagen Atlas 2023
Highline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
Volkswagen Atlas 2021
Comfortline 3.6 FSI 4MOTION
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Back-Up Camera
Collision Mitigation-Front
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking)
Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) Lane Departure Warning
Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) Lane Keeping Assist
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Centre 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Park Distance Control Front And Rear Parking Sensors
Power Rear Child Safety Locks
Side Assist Blind Spot
Side Curtain Protection Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags
Side Impact Beams
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) / Travel Assist
VW Car-Net Safe & Secure (4 years included) Emergency Sos
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Back-Up Camera
Collision Mitigation-Front
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking)
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Centre 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Park Distance Control Front And Rear Parking Sensors
Power Rear Child Safety Locks
Side Assist Blind Spot
Side Curtain Protection Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags
Side Impact Beams
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning