I have owned and driven a half-dozen VWs of all sorts and sizes. The latest test drive Volkswagen Atlas is the largest in my drives. This special Peak model has “Avocado Green Pearl” exterior paint and a black leather interior with orange stitching making for a very upscale appearance.
The Atlas Peak Edition is assembled in Chattanooga, TN. With a motor from Mexico and an eight-speed Tiptronic 4Motion transmission made in the USA. The power plant is a 2.0/ 4-cylinder turbo engine that gives the Atlas mojo acceleration. There is an assortment of drive modes, and I spent my drives entirely in the sport mode because of the brisk acceleration. Mileage averages 25 mpg. on the freeways and an overall average of 20 mpg. This is a larger vehicle with an enormous trunk area with three row seating with fold up 3rd row seating.
The exterior features 18” painted black alloy wheel with all-season terrain tires. LED lights all-around with emblem lights on this special outdoor model. A special feature for the LED headlights is a stronger beam in inclement weather. Outside mirrors are large and heated for those winter snowy day drives. The panoramic tilting and sliding sunroof allows for a great view of Colorado mountains. The interior is spacious, a special feature for rear second row seating is exellent heating and ventilation along with great passenger leg room.
The Atlas has a perfect five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. An IQ-Safety package includes all of the major safety features such as cross traffic alerts, and special pedestrian and cyclist monitoring. All of the safety features are listed in the manufacturer’s suggested list price of $48,080 with all these option included. Volkswagen offers a four-year or 50,000-mile warranty, whichever comes first.
This Peak Edition is a solid all-around tough model with special features.
A very good drive with excellent safety features.