2024 Volkswagen Atlas Model Overview

2024 Volkswagen Atlas

Summary

The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas marked a major redesign for the three-row midsize SUV. Outside of the new design with premium headlights, the VW Atlas upgraded to a 269-horsepower I-4 powertrain as its default, with a towing capacity of 5,000 pounds.1 Relax in ventilated front seats with a heated steering wheel as you navigate your cabin's customization features with an updated, larger infotainment console. The lineup of safety options is also enticing for families and commuters.

The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas: A Major Redesign With a Family-Friendly Focus

Reliable, comfortable, and versatile, the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas marked a milestone in the storied career of the midsize SUV. All three rows of the Atlas received updates, including improvements in legroom, headroom, cargo space, and climate control technology that will get the whole family excited for a road trip. Add to that the steps taken for all-inclusive safety technology, and you'll see why the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is such a popular used model at Jim Ellis Volkswagen of Kennesaw.


What Changed With the 2024 VW Atlas?

The 2024 Atlas was a redesign year for the three-row SUV. It marks a stepping stone in our pre-owned VW Atlas inventory, with new design options and standard features, such as:

  • A reimagined front, with new fascia and headlights
  • New wheel designs
  • 269-horsepower standard engine
  • New standard features like a heated steering wheel and ventilated front seats
  • Larger central infotainment console
  • Standard IQ.DRIVE
What Changed With the 2024 VW Atlas?

VW Atlas: 2024 Engine Specifications

The engine that powers the 2024 VW Atlas was introduced for that model year: the new Evo4 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4. It makes 269 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque, an impressive improvement over the previous generation. However, the lineup no longer offers a V-6 option. Instead, the I-4 serves as a workhorse, since it can still tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped.1 It's also efficient, achieving an EPA-estimated 20/27/23 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).2

VW Atlas: 2024 Engine Specifications

2024 Volkswagen Atlas Dimensions

VW families are immediately introduced to a world of comfort and convenience from the moment they step into the Atlas SUV. A cavernous 154 cubic feet of passenger volume awaits, with legroom of 41.7, 37.6, and 33.7 inches in the front, middle, and rear rows, respectively. Headroom is similarly impressive, with over 40 inches in the first and second rows. When you need extra storage room, fold the rear two rows for up to 96.6 cubic feet of cargo space.

2024 VW Atlas Trims

A new lineup of Volkswagen Atlas trims was introduced in 2024, and they're all favorites in our pre-owned inventory. They include:

  • SE: The standard trim.
  • SE With Technology: Additional amenities, like an available panoramic sunroof and Easy Open and Close tailgate, come into play.
  • Peak Edition (SE With Technology): A more rugged, adventure-ready version of the previous trim.
  • SEL: Enjoy even more capable options, like a three-profile driver's-seat memory function and leather seating.
  • Peak Edition SEL: Again, a more rugged version of the standard SEL.
  • SEL Premium R-Line: The final level of luxury with a Harman Kardon® premium audio system and Parking Steering Assistant.

2024 Volkswagen Atlas Comfort

You won't need to climb trim levels to access incredible comfort. The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas comes with a standard heated steering wheel and ventilated front seats. Temperature remains a priority throughout the cabin, as all Atlas models have three-zone climate control. The dashboard is leatherette trimmed, giving it a more homey feel, while leather seating surfaces are available starting on the SEL. The SEL Premium R-Line has sumptuous quilted leather seats. Drivers can relax with standard 10-way power adjustable seating, no matter the trim.

And all that comfort surrounds a 12-inch central touchscreen display, a major upgrade over the previous 8-inch infotainment center from previous years. The intuitive voice command brings you to settings, guides you through your temperature options, and elevates your music experience – with either a six-speaker VW model or a 12-speaker Harman Kardon® sound array.

2024 Volkswagen Atlas Comfort

2024 Volkswagen Atlas Safety

The final destination on our 2024 Volkswagen Atlas overview is the safety lineup, which is another reason to shop our Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned selection and get a 2024 VW Atlas. VW IQ.DRIVE technology became the standard in 2024, and it shows across the lineup. Hands-on, semi-automated capability is just the beginning, where lane centering and a capacitive steering wheel make the interstate a stress-free environment. On busy city streets, it monitors for obstacles in front of and around you, helping ensure you never bump into anything out of place.

You'll also enjoy Travel Assist, Front Assist, Active Side Assist, Rear Traffic Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Lane Assist, and Emergency Assist, all designed with the same goal: to make driving more fun and less stressful. If that lineup doesn't meet your expectations, you can consider a higher-end trim with even more features.

For example, climb to the SE with Technology for Park Distance Control, which alerts you if you approach a potential obstacle at low speeds. SEL Premium R-Line owners enjoy Parking Steering Assistant, which automatically detects when you approach a suitable parking spot. SEL owners can use a Dynamic Road Sign Display to detect and read road signs, displaying speed limits and other information on the multi-information display. These SUVs can also come with a Head-Up Display to improve your mindfulness on the road.

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Find Your Ideal Used 2024 Volkswagen Atlas at Jim Ellis Volkswagen of Kennesaw

These comfort and safety features are the marks of a high-quality three-row SUV. Value-driven and enhanced, a used 2024 Volkswagen Atlas raises the bar for any family. If you see one in our used inventory, we recommend scheduling a test drive soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas require premium gas?

No, the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is designed to run properly on standard octane fuel. Higher-octane premium fuel is the typical choice for luxury vehicles, but your VW Atlas can deliver all 269 horsepower on regular gasoline. That includes all trim levels, like the SE, SE with Technology, SEL, and even the SEL Premium R-Line. The VW Atlas can also run on premium fuel without an issue if necessary.

Does the 2024 VW Atlas have captain's chairs?

Yes, starting on the SE with Technology trim, your used 2024 VW Atlas may have captain's chairs. For those models, your three-passenger second row is replaced with two individual seats designed for freedom of movement and individual customization. This also makes it easier to access the third row, where two additional passenger seats are located, making a family of six's adventure easier.

Where was the 2024 VW Atlas made?

Like with every modern VW SUV in the lineup, the 2024 Atlas was built in Chattanooga, TN. Yes, the VW Atlas is an all-American build that gave many hardworking folks good-paying jobs and pride in their work. The Volkswagen brand has committed to building many models in the USA. For information about where the Atlas was built, contact our team!




1Maximum tow rating when equipped with 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 engine and factory-installed towing hitch. Vehicle load, other accessories, and options may reduce maximum towing capacity. See vehicle Owner's Manual for details.

220 city/27 highway mpg (2024 VW Atlas SE 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4, 8-speed automatic). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.

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