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2023 Volkswagen
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2023 Volvo
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| MPG - City | 18 - 21 MPG | 23 - 24 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 24 - 25 MPG | 30 - 32 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 77.8 ft3 | 57.5 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 235 - 276 hp | 194 - 247 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 195.5 in | 174.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.3 in | 75.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in |
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 in |
Front 37.6 in
Rear 38.3 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport than in the Volvo XC40.
The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC40.
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 Volvo XC40, 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 is somewhat more expensive than the Volvo XC40.
Dimensions
Since the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is much wider than the Volvo XC40, 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 Volvo XC40.
Handling
The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has a larger turning radius than the Volvo XC40, 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 Volvo XC40 for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport greatly out-muscles the Volvo XC40.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volvo XC40.
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 Volvo XC40.
With the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volvo XC40.