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2025 Volkswagen Atlas: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas is a light-update year, not another redesign. The main change is that 15W wireless phone charging and automatic high beams are standard across the Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport lineup.
About the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas
1st-generation Atlas / 1st-generation Atlas Cross Sport, second year after the major 2024 refresh.
Volkswagen positions the Atlas family as roomy, everyday midsize SUVs with strong turbo power, straightforward tech, and a lot of usable interior space. The three-row Atlas leans into family duty with adult-friendly room and big cargo capacity, while the Atlas Cross Sport gives the same basic formula a sleeker two-row shape. Across both body styles, the pitch is practical versatility first, with more style and upscale features as you move up the range.
The three-row Atlas remains the family-focused model, while the two-row Atlas Cross Sport puts more emphasis on style. SE trims pair a 12-inch touchscreen with heated and ventilated front seats, the rugged-looking Peak Edition adds unique exterior and cabin details, and SEL models bring leather, navigation, and a head-up display. The SEL Premium R-Line sits at the top with massage seats, premium audio, and a surround-view camera.
What changed, by category
Tech
15W wireless phone charging becomes standard throughout the Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport lineup. The SEL Premium R-Line also gains four-way lumbar adjustment and front-seat massage hardware, along with perforated head restraints.
Safety
Light Assist automatic high beams become standard across the 2025 Atlas family.
2025 Volkswagen Atlas specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 20 mpg | 19 mpg | 18–19 mpg | 18 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 18–19 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 25–26 mpg | 25 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 25–26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 269 hp | 269 hp | 269 hp | 269 hp | 269 hp | 269 hp | 269 hp | 269 hp | 269 hp | 269 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 77.6–96.6 cu-ft | 77.6–96.6 cu-ft | 77.6–96.6 cu-ft | 96.6 cu-ft | 96.6 cu-ft | 77.6 cu-ft | 96.6 cu-ft | 77.6 cu-ft | 77.6 cu-ft | 77.6–96.6 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.7–40.4 in | 33.7–40.4 in | 33.7–40.4 in | 33.7 in | 33.7 in | 40.4 in | 33.7 in | 40.4 in | 40.4 in | 33.7–40.4 in |
| Seats | 5–7 | 5–7 | 5–7 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5–7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||||||
| Hill Descent Control | ||||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||||||
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | ||||||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||||||
| 360 Camera | ||||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||||||||
| Privacy Glass | ||||||||||
| Roof Rails | ||||||||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||||||
| 115V Power Outlet | ||||||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||||||
| Massage Front Seat | ||||||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||||
| Rear Window Shades | ||||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas compared with the 2024 model?
The main 2025 changes are standard 15W wireless phone charging and automatic high beams across the Atlas family. The SEL Premium R-Line also gains perforated head restraints, four-way lumbar adjustment, and front-seat massage hardware, while the trim lineup receives two renames and drops the Peak Edition SEL 4MOTION.
Is the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas a redesign?
No, the 2025 Atlas is not a redesign. It is the second model year after the major 2024 refresh and receives only small equipment and trim-lineup updates.
Did the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas get a new engine?
No, the 2025 Atlas keeps the 269-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and eight-speed automatic transmission used after the 2024 refresh.
Which 2025 Volkswagen Atlas trim has massage seats?
The 2025 SEL Premium R-Line 4MOTION has front massage seats with four-way lumbar adjustment. It also has perforated Vienna leather, premium audio, and a surround-view camera.
Did the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas trim lineup change?
Yes. Peak Edition SE 4MOTION with Technology Package was renamed Peak Edition, and SEL R-Line 4MOTION was renamed SEL R-Line Black 4MOTION. Peak Edition SEL 4MOTION was dropped.
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