2025 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Review

Picture of the 2025 Toyota 4Runner

2025 Toyota
4Runner

MSRP*: $41,270 to $57,900
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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 19 - 20 MPG 18 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 26 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 90.2 ft3 96.8 ft3
Engine
  • 278-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 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 278 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity 6,000 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 194.9 in 200.7 in
Exterior Width 77.9 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 34.8 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 39.7 in
Rear 37.8 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Atlas than in the Toyota 4Runner, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Volkswagen Atlas offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota 4Runner, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Toyota 4Runner as you will with the Volkswagen Atlas, 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 Toyota 4Runner is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Atlas.

Dimensions
The Toyota 4Runner is about the same width as the Volkswagen Atlas. The Toyota 4Runner is slightly shorter than the Volkswagen Atlas, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Toyota 4Runner has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Toyota 4Runner, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Volkswagen Atlas. The Toyota 4Runner has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Toyota 4Runner transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Atlas.

Utility
The Toyota 4Runner has less seating than the Volkswagen Atlas, making the Volkswagen Atlas the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Toyota 4Runner has less cargo space than the Volkswagen Atlas, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.