Status
SafeGood track record, minimal issues
Status Safe — no safety recalls recorded; minor complaints only.
Specifications
Engine Size2.0L
Fuel TypeRegular
Transmission8 speed automatic
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Combined MPG22 MPG
Volkswagen Atlas Comparison with Similar Vehicles
| Price | $37,995–$53,595 | $23,000–$31,000 | — | — | — | $27,900 |
| Engine Capacity | 2.0L | 2L | 2L | 3L | 3L | 1.3L |
| Fuel Type | Regular | Regular | Regular | Diesel | Diesel | Regular |
| Transmission | 8 speed automatic | Automatic (AV-S1) | Automatic (AV-S10) | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 9-spd |
| Body Type | SUV | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
About
The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas is a safe and practical SUV designed for everyday driving. With its turbocharged 2.0L engine and 8-speed automatic transmission, it offers a balanced performance for its class. This model comes equipped with front ventilated disc brakes and rear solid discs for reliable stopping power.
Pros
- Safe vehicle status
- No recalls on record
- Front-wheel drive
- Turbocharged engine
Cons
- 37 complaints on record
- Below average GHG score
Complaints37 total
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS 2025 POWER TRAIN
lowOur 2025 VW Altas had several engine lights come on at the same time after parking and would not shift out of neutral. Towed to the nearest VW for service and they stated it needed a transmission replacement. This vehicle had less than 16k miles.
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS 2025 POWER TRAIN
lowBought it with 39k miles on it. A year old. within thirty hours I was trying to return from a trip and when I turned the key the car powered on but the engine didnât turn over and several error messages popped up including a transmission error. The car would not start. I had it towed to the dealer and they said it was a software issue. Within 24 hours of having it back I when to drive it and a check engine light was on again. Dealer is saying itâs a piece of the transmission that needs replaced.
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS 2025 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
mediumSensors keep failing. Constant on and off warnings. Radio is also only working at times. Reboots often on its own. Total distraction and very dangerous. Dealership already updated software twice. They canât seem to fix it either.
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS 2025 VISIBILITY/WIPER
lowWindshield cracked a singular crack from the top to the bottom of windshield after lifting car with spare tire jack.
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS 2025 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
lowUnknown cause and effect. Driving 25-30 MPH per the stated speed limit when suddenly the car braked, going from the estimated speed to 0 in the middle of the road nearly causing a rear end collision. I had to restart the car, put it back in drive and release the parking brake to avoid impeding traffic any further. There were no dash indicators or indication noises. Just a sudden and abrupt braking.
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Status history
Certified→Safe4 Jun 2026
Lemon Score: 89. 18 data points. v3 scoring.
Uncertain→Certified29 May 2026
Lemon Score: 95. 2 data points. v3 scoring.