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2027 VW Atlas Refines the Family Hauler Formula with More Power and Fancier Tech
The redesigned SUV adds a 15-inch touchscreen, Qi2 wireless charging and 282 horsepower as Volkswagen targets more upscale family buyers.
- Volkswagen revealed the second-generation 2027 Atlas in Manhattan on Tuesday, featuring a redesigned exterior and more powerful engine ahead of the New York International Auto Show.
- The Volkswagen Atlas has sold over 572,000 units since its 2018 debut, establishing it as a cornerstone of the automaker's lineup. The new model utilizes an upgraded version of the Volkswagen Group's MQB Evo architecture.
- Under the hood, the new EA888 turbocharged engine produces 282 horsepower, while the Atlas maintains 5,000 pounds of towing capacity. The cabin features a 15-inch center infotainment screen with the gear selector relocated to the steering column.
- The 2027 Atlas arrives this fall, with detailed pricing and trim specifications to be announced closer to launch. The current 2026 model starts at $39,310, excluding destination charges.
- While no hybrid powertrain is available at launch, Volkswagen confirmed plans to introduce one during a future mid-cycle refresh. The timing remains unconfirmed, though mid-cycle refreshes typically occur two years after a major vehicle overhaul.
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Volkswagen has revealed the second generation of its best-selling Atlas SUV for 2027. As of 2025, SUVs accounted for 80% of Volkswagen's sales in the U.S., and the full-size Atlas represented a large portion of that number. As more and more large SUVs with three rows of seats have flooded the market, the old first-generation model, released almost a decade ago, was in need of a refresh — and here it is. The first thing you need to know about the…
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