2023 Buick Envision vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

Picture of the 2023 Buick Envision

2023 Buick
Envision

MSRP*: $33,400 to $47,460
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2024 Volkswagen
Atlas Cross Sport

MSRP*: $36,985 to $51,880
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 31 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 52.7 ft3 77.8 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 182.5 in 195.5 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Buick Envision offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, with comparable head- and legroom. The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Buick Envision, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Buick Envision as you will with the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Buick Envision will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Dimensions
Since the Buick Envision is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Buick Envision, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Handling
The Buick Envision has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Buick Envision has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Buick Envision does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Buick Envision and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The Buick Envision has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.