2025 Ford Expedition vs. 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Review

Picture of the 2025 Ford Expedition

2025 Ford
Expedition

MSRP*: $57,400 to $84,000
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Picture of the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas

2026 Volkswagen
Atlas

MSRP*: $39,310 to $54,630
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MPG - City Info not available 18 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 8 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 108.5 ft3 96.8 ft3
Engine
  • 400-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-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 400 - 440 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity 6,100 - 9,600 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 209.9 in 200.7 in
Exterior Width 81.5 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 41.1 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 40.0 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 Ford Expedition than in the Volkswagen Atlas. The Ford Expedition will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Atlas.

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 Ford Expedition will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Atlas, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Atlas.

Handling
The Ford Expedition has the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Atlas, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

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

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

Utility
The Ford Expedition offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Ford Expedition has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Atlas.