2024 Ford Edge vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Edge

2024 Ford
Edge

MSRP*: $38,465 to $47,205
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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 19 - 21 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 28 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 73.4 ft3 77.8 ft3
Engine
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 335-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 250 - 335 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 - 3,500 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 188.8 in 195.5 in
Exterior Width 75.9 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 42.6 in
Rear 40.6 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 40.3 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Edge than in the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The Ford Edge will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Edge 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). Whether you pick the Ford Edge or the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Edge 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. The Ford Edge is slightly shorter than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, which may make it easier to park.

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is clearly the choice over the Ford Edge for pulling heavy loads. The Ford Edge has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Ford Edge and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Edge and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The Ford Edge has less cargo space than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.