2025 GMC Acadia vs. 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

Picture of the 2025 GMC Acadia

2025 GMC
Acadia

MSRP*: $43,000 to $56,100
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2025 Volkswagen
Atlas Cross Sport

MSRP*: $37,190 to $52,195
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.5 ft3 77.8 ft3
Engine
  • 328-hp, 2.5-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 328 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 204.0 in 195.5 in
Exterior Width 79.6 - 80.0 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Head Room Front 42.6 in
Rear 40.0 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 GMC Acadia than in the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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). The GMC Acadia is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Dimensions
Since the GMC Acadia is much wider than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the GMC Acadia, which is slightly longer than 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 more horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the GMC Acadia transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively 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. With the GMC Acadia, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.