2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport vs. 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2025 Volkswagen
Atlas Cross Sport

MSRP*: $37,190 to $52,195
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Picture of the 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan

2025 Volkswagen
Tiguan

MSRP*: $29,495 to $39,755
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 77.8 ft3 58.9 ft3
Engine
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-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 269 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 5,000 lbs 1,500 - 1,800 lbs
Exterior Length 195.5 in 184.4 in
Exterior Width 78.3 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 40.2 in
Head Room Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 in
Front 38.2 - 39.5 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.7 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 Tiguan than in the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport as you will with the Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Tiguan, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is much wider than the Volkswagen Tiguan, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Handling
The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

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

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport and the Volkswagen Tiguan. With the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volkswagen Tiguan.