Key Features of the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas

Turbocharged 2.0 TSI® Powertrain

The 2025 Atlas builds everyday confidence with a turbocharged 2.0 TSI® engine rated at 269 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. That broad torque band helps with quick launches onto I-25, steady climbs up mountain grades, and smooth response when overtaking. The calibrated pairing of engine and transmission feels natural—responsive when you press, relaxed when you cruise. With up to 5,000 pounds of towing capacity when properly equipped, the Atlas is equally comfortable hauling a small camper or a pair of motorcycles. You will notice the powertrain’s easygoing character in daily traffic, but its composure really shines on longer stretches where stability, quiet, and efficient power delivery matter most.

IQ.DRIVE® Driver Assistance

IQ.DRIVE® delivers smart technology with hands-on, semi-automated capability to help reduce stress in common driving scenarios. Features such as lane keeping support, distance monitoring, and available Travel Assist can provide gentle steering and speed adjustments to help you center in your lane and maintain a preset following distance. Systems such as Blind Spot monitoring, Rear Traffic Alert, and Front Assist work to help heighten awareness, especially in busy parking lots and multilane traffic. The Atlas pairs these technologies with clear alerts in the digital displays, so you can see what the vehicle is detecting. The result is a sense of calm confidence—your attentive driving, aided by intelligent systems that are designed to help.

4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive

Available 4MOTION® all-wheel drive expands the Atlas’s all-weather capability and all-road confidence. On dry pavement, the system proactively optimizes traction and stability, contributing to sure-footed handling and a planted feel. When snow, rain, or gravel enter the picture, 4MOTION® can distribute power to the wheels that need it most to help keep you moving. For families balancing school-week duties with weekend escapes, that flexibility is invaluable. Pair 4MOTION® with the Atlas Peak Edition—featuring unique styling, 18-inch black alloy wheels with all-terrain tires, and an available panoramic sunroof—and you have an SUV that looks the part and performs with poise when the route gets interesting.

Digital Displays and Discover Pro

Inside, the Atlas puts information exactly where you expect it. The 12-inch center display anchors the dashboard with crisp graphics and intuitive touch controls. Available Discover Pro brings a 12-inch touchscreen navigation system for simple, glanceable guidance, while an available head-up display projects key data onto the windshield to help keep your eyes forward. Wireless App-Connect keeps your favorite smartphone apps front and center without the clutter of cables, and VW Wi-Fi Hotspot supports multiple devices on the go. The overall experience is modern and cohesive—easy to use, easy to learn, and easy to appreciate every day.

Spacious Three-Row Interior and Cargo Flexibility

The Atlas interior is designed for families that need real space. Three rows of seating accommodate adults or child seats with ease, and thoughtful touches—like heated and ventilated front seats, available heated outboard second-row seats, V-Tex leatherette or available leather seating surfaces, and Climatronic® three-zone automatic climate control—elevate comfort. When you need to shift from passengers to cargo, fold the rear rows for up to 96.6 cubic feet of usable space. Hands are full? The Easy Open/Close remote power rear liftgate (available) responds with a kick motion under the bumper. Add multi-color adjustable ambient lighting and an available Harman Kardon® premium audio system, and the Atlas cabin feels welcoming, connected, and refined.