DecodedCars2027 Volkswagen Atlas
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 25 combined · 22 city / 29 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 25 MPG combined, 15% below the 2027 small SUV average of 29.4 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 27 similar 2027 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2027 Volkswagen Atlas is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway), 15% worse than the 2027 small SUV average of 29.4 MPG, for an estimated $2,700 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2027
- Best combined MPG up from 23 to 25
Compared with 2026; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2026 Atlas →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlas | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 29 / 25 | -15% | $2,700 | 364 |
| Atlas Cross Sport | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 29 / 24 | -18% | $2,800 | 364 |
| Atlas Cross Sport 4motion | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | -6% | $2,800 | 373 |
| Atlas 4motion | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 23 | -10% | $2,900 | 388 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 Volkswagen Atlas.
Similar 2027 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Volkswagen Atlas (this car) | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Kia Seltos | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Volkswagen Tiguan | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Kia Sportage | 41 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe | 36 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Kia Sorento | 37 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Mitsubishi Outlander | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2027 Volkswagen Atlas.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2027 Volkswagen Atlas is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2027 Volkswagen Atlas in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other Atlas years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Atlas | 23 | 200.8 in | Not rated | 2 | 12 |
| 2025 Atlas | 23 | 200.8 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 76 |
| 2024 Atlas | 23 | 200.8 in | ★★★★★ | 8 | 277 |
| 2023 Atlas | 23 | 200.8 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 160 |
| 2022 Atlas | 23 | 200.8 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 263 |
| 2021 Atlas | 22 | 200.8 in | ★★★★★ | 17 | 647 |
| 2020 Atlas | 22 | 198.4 in | ★★★★★ | 11 | 135 |
| 2019 Atlas | 22 | 198.4 in | ★★★★★ | 12 | 484 |
| 2018 Atlas | 24 | 198.4 in | ★★★★★ | 17 | 466 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volkswagen. How we calculate this →