2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

What’s New for the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport in 2023?

The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is one of the most anticipated new vehicle releases. The auto manufacturer took some of the regular features found in the original Atlas SUV but removed the third-row seat and streamlined the roof. If you are looking for an SUV that seats five, you can get plenty with this year’s Atlas Cross Sport. The SE trim is new and replaces previous year models’ SEL R-Line trim. This makes way for expanded upgrades such as the larger, more customizable digital cockpit.

Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Performance

The Atlas Cross Sport offers a smooth driving experience with solid steering. You can choose from a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with 235 horsepower with front-wheel drive or up to a 3.6-liter V6 engine with 276 horsepower if you’re willing to shell out extra money for the features. The engine is responsive and shows a stronger performance at slower speeds. Braking performance is smooth in the Cross Sport. With the higher-tier option, you get all-wheel drive, while all models offer park assist to help you ease into a parking space as you control the throttle, brakes and forward and reverse gears.

Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Interior and Features

The interior of the new 2023 Atlas Cross stands head and shoulders above the competition. It has squared-off doors and wide entryways that make getting in and out of the SUV easy and has plenty of room inside. The rear roofline is similar to that of a coupe, giving riders more than enough room to feel comfortable.

Some notable features include heated and ventilated front seats, tri-zone climate control and even a heated steering wheel. Adjustable ambient lighting and a leather-trimmed dashboard that’s buttery soft to the touch are also available. The Atlas Cross includes both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and has an eight-inch screen with wireless ability. Storage is good with cargo space behind the rear seats at 40.3 cubic feet, but there’s nothing in place to keep your belongings securely in place.

Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Safety Features

Take a test drive from home to explore the safety features of the 2023 Atlas Cross Sport. Adaptive cruise control, standard lane-centering and blind spot monitoring and automated emergency braking with forward-collision warning are included in the higher trim level models. Other safety features you can expect include front and side airbags, crash response system and anti-theft alarm system with engine immobilizer.