2025 GMC Yukon vs. 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Review

Picture of the 2025 GMC Yukon

2025 GMC
Yukon

MSRP*: $66,900 to $101,300
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas

2025 Volkswagen
Atlas

MSRP*: $38,200 to $53,205
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MPG - City 14 - 15 MPG 18 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 18 - 20 MPG 24 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 122.8 ft3 96.8 ft3
Engine
  • 305-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 - 420 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity 8,000 - 8,400 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 210.1 in 200.7 in
Exterior Width 81.0 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 40.4 - 42.3 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.9 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 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 Yukon than in the Volkswagen Atlas. The GMC Yukon will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Atlas.

Convenience
The Volkswagen Atlas requires fewer stops at the gas station than the GMC Yukon, 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). The GMC Yukon will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Atlas, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the GMC Yukon is much wider than the Volkswagen Atlas, 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 Yukon, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Atlas.

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

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the GMC Yukon is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen Atlas for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the GMC Yukon greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Atlas.

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

Utility
The GMC Yukon offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the GMC Yukon, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volkswagen Atlas.