2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs. 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Review

Picture of the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

2025 Jeep
Grand Cherokee L

MSRP*: $39,035 to $60,560
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2026 Volkswagen
Atlas

MSRP*: $39,310 to $54,630
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MPG - City 18 - 19 MPG 18 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 26 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 84.6 ft3 96.8 ft3
Engine
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 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 293 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity 6,200 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 204.9 in 200.7 in
Exterior Width 77.5 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 39.9 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
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Volkswagen Atlas. The Volkswagen Atlas will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.

Convenience
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Atlas, 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee L or the Volkswagen Atlas, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L is a little narrower than the Volkswagen Atlas, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Atlas.

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

Performance
With the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Volkswagen Atlas. The Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Atlas.

Utility
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Jeep Grand Cherokee L has less cargo space than the Volkswagen Atlas, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.