Volkswagen has given its popular Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport SUVs a significant facelift for the 2024 model year. The seven- and five-seat crossovers have new exterior and interior designs, more power and technology, and improved safety and convenience features. The 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport are slated to be available in the third quarter of 2023, with pricing starting at $38,065 and $36,985, respectively.

A new look for the Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport.
Thanks to reworked front and rear ends, the 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport have a more streamlined and sophisticated appearance. The new LED headlights and taillights are sharper and more angular, giving the SUVs an aggressive appearance. The grille is also bigger and more visible, with a new chrome band connecting the headlights and the Volkswagen badge. The lower bumper has been redesigned for better aerodynamics and cooling, and the fog lights are now integrated into the air intakes.

The Atlas and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport's side profiles stay substantially unchanged, except for updated wheel styles. The Atlas comes with 18-, 20-, and 21-inch wheels, while the Atlas Cross Sport has 19-, 20-, and 21-inch wheels. R-Line trims include sportier features like gloss black highlights, body-color cladding, and R-Line badges.

The Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport's rear end incorporates new LED taillights, a revamped bumper, and a redesigned Volkswagen emblem. The Atlas Cross Sport has a faster back-style tailgate, while the Atlas has a more squared-off one. Both SUVs feature dual exhaust tips and a chrome strip across the back.

The 2024 Atlas and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport come in eight exterior colors: Pure White, Platinum Gray Metallic, Deep Black Pearl, Pyrite Silver Metallic, Tourmaline Blue Metallic, Aurora Red Chroma Metallic, Racing Green Metallic, and Oryx White Pearl.

A more upscale and technologically savvy interior.
The 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport interiors have also been renovated with higher-quality materials and features. The dashboard, door panels, and center console have all been overhauled to provide a more spacious and ergonomic cabin. The seats have been modified for greater comfort and support, and the steering wheel has been overhauled with new design and controls.

The 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport come standard with a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as wireless charging and six USB-C connectors with fast charging capabilities. The system also features SiriusXM satellite radio, HD radio, Bluetooth, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. The optional navigation system includes natural voice control, gesture control, and web services. The 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport both have a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster that can be modified to show various information and visuals.

The 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport have several convenience and comfort features, including heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, a power tailgate, tri-zone automatic climate control, a 12-speaker Fender premium sound system, and a rear-seat entertainment system with two 10-inch touchscreens.

The 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport also have a large cargo capacity, with 20.6 cubic feet behind the third row, 55.5 cubic feet behind the second row, and 96.8 cubic feet behind the first row in the Atlas, and 40.3 cubic feet behind the second row and 77.6 cubic feet behind the first row in the Atlas Cross Sport.

A more powerful and efficient powertrain.
A 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 245 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque powers the 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission and can be equipped with either front-wheel drive or 4Motion all-wheel drive. The 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport feature higher fuel economy estimates, with front-wheel drive vehicles getting an estimated 24 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway and all-wheel drive models getting 23 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the interstate, respectively.

The Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport provide a smooth and stable ride thanks to independent suspension, electric power steering, and various driving modes. The driving modes are Eco, Normal, Sport, and Custom, which change the throttle response, transmission shift points, steering feel, and climate control settings. The all-wheel drive models additionally include an off-road mode, which improves traction control, hill descent control, and the off-road information display.

A safer and smarter driving experience.
The 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport are equipped with IQ.DRIVE, Volkswagen's suite of advanced driver-assistance features. IQ.DRIVE has frontal collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, traffic jam assist, emergency assist, travel assist, and road sign recognition. The 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport also have optional amenities such as a 360-degree camera, park assist, high beam control, and a head-up display.

The Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport also include C-V2X, a cellular vehicle-to-everything technology that enables the SUVs to connect with other vehicles, infrastructure, and pedestrians. C-V2X improves safety and efficiency by giving real-time information and warnings about traffic conditions, road dangers, and emergency vehicles.

The 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport are based on Volkswagen's MQB platform, which combines high-strength steel and innovative engineering to create a robust and lightweight structure. The SUVs also offer various passive safety systems, including eight airbags, anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, tire pressure monitoring, and a post-collision braking system.

A competitive and attractive option for SUV buyers.
Volkswagen's flagship SUVs are the 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport, which feature a roomy and versatile cabin, a sleek and modern design, a strong and efficient motor, and a safe and smart driving experience. The SUVs come in six trim levels: S, SE, SE with Technology, SEL, SEL R-Line, and SEL Premium R-Line. The 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport compete against midsize SUVs such as the Kia Telluride, Toyota Grand Highlander, Mazda CX-90, Ford Bronco, and Jeep Grand Cherokee.

The 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport are slated to be available in the third quarter of 2023, with pricing starting at $38,065 and $36,985, respectively. The SUVs are built at Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant in Tennessee, and they come with a four-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper guarantee and two years of free scheduled maintenance.