2023 GMC Acadia vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

Picture of the 2023 GMC Acadia

2023 GMC
Acadia

MSRP*: $36,800 to $50,600
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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 - 22 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 79.0 ft3 77.8 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 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 - 310 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 193.4 in 195.5 in
Exterior Width 75.4 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.7 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.6 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 GMC Acadia offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the GMC Acadia and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Convenience
The GMC Acadia requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, making it more convenient to drive.

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 GMC Acadia or the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the GMC Acadia 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. When looking at overall length, the GMC Acadia takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Handling
The GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

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

Utility
The GMC Acadia offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the GMC Acadia as you will in the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.