Comparison - Volkswagen Atlas SEL 2019 - vs - Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML63 AMG 2015

General

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Also called:

Volkswagen Teramont

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
41,395
Updated: 
01 May 2019
51,203
Updated: 
01 Dec 2016
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2019
2015
Total Seating: 
7
5
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
7-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
18.60gals
24.60gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Reflex silver metallic
#848487
Pure White
#FFFFFF
Terra Brown Metallic
#50483B
Platinum gray metallic
#4D5760
Deep black pearl
#0B0B0C
Tourmaline blue metallic
#1B3D58
Pacific Blue Metallic
#016BA6
Fortana red metallic
#7E0825
Color: 
Black
#020202
Cinnabar Red Metallic
#603F43
Dakota Brown Metallic
#544B47
Diamond Silver Metallic
#686F7B
Iridium Silver Metallic
#9D9D9D
Lunar Blue Metallic
#363452
Obsidian Black Metallic
#020202
Palladium Silver Metallic
#888888
Polar White
#B9B9BB
Steel Grey Metallic
#07070C
designo Diamond White Metallic
#D5D5D5

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2019 VW Atlas prioritizes space above pace, which makes it a must-see for families.

Pros
Exceptionally spacious
Comfortable ride quality
Slide-forward second row
Decent value
Excellent warranty

Cons
Neither fast nor frugal
Low-buck interior trim
No AWD with turbo-4
Ungainly styling

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2019 Volkswagen Atlas ranked #8 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Volkswagen Atlas has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 27 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Three rows of spacious seats
Lots of cargo space
Intuitive infotainment system
Drives like a smaller vehicle

Cons
Sluggish acceleration
Some cheap cabin materials

By: 
usnews.com

Volkswagen has made few changes to the Atlas for its sophomore year and mostly it's just a shuffling of standard equipment. Automated emergency braking, forward-collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, and heated exterior mirrors are all now standard across the lineup. The mid-range SE model receives three-zone automatic climate control as standard this year and the top-spec SEL trim now comes standard with a digital gauge display, LED taillights, navigation, and a heated steering wheel.

Pros
Expansive cabin,
lively handling and velvety ride,
cutting-edge infotainment.

Cons
Unimpressive acceleration and fuel economy,
functional but uninspired interior.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2019 Volkswagen Atlas SUV comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.Two new trim levels debut.Expanded availability of features for 2019.

Pros
Spacious interior offers ample room for passengers in all three rows
Great compromise between precise handling and everyday comfort
Straightforward cabin design makes everything easy to use

Cons
Not very quick to accelerate, even with the optional V6
Fuel economy lags that of some competitors

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
17.00mpg
13.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
24.00mpg
17.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
32
Cylinders: 
6
V
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.60L
5.50L
Torque: 
266ft-lbs
at 2 750rpm
516ft-lbs
at 1 750rpm
Horsepower: 
276hp
at 6 200rpm
518hp
at 5 250rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.10Feet
38.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission controls and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Keyless Ignition
Leather Steering Wheel
Heated Steering Wheel
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)
Roadside Assistance*
Destination Download*
Concierge Service*
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
198.30in
189.10in
Width: 
78.30in
84.30in
Height: 
70.00in
70.70in
Ground Clearance: 
8.00in
8.50in
Front Track: 
67.20in
64.70in
Rear Track: 
67.80in
65.20in
Wheel Base: 
117.30in
114.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
41.30
38.90
Rear Head Room: 
40.40
38.50
Front Leg Room: 
41.50in
40.30in
Rear leg room: 
37.60in
38.40in
Front Hip Room: 
58.20in
59.30in
Front Shoulder Room: 
61.50in
58.50in
Rear Hip Room: 
58.00in
59.20in
Rear Shoulder room: 
60.80in
58.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
96.80cu.ft
80.30cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
5000lbs
7200lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
20.60cu.ft
38.20cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
20.40degrees
27.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
22.40degrees
25.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
4343.00lbs
4614.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
4 one-touch power windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
6 -Way Power Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Height-Adjustable Driver Seat
Leatherette
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Multi-level heating passenger seat
8 -way power driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Premium leather
8 -way power passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Height adjustable passenger seat
Sport front seats
Rear Seats Features: 
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Folding Center Armrest
Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear ventilation ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
Leather and alloy steering wheel
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Dual zone climate controls - driver and passenger
Turn signal in mirrors
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
yes
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
yes
More Entertainment: 
8 Total Speakers
USB Connection
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Diversity antenna
14 total speakers
Speed sensitive volume control
1 subwoofer(s)
6 Months of provided satellite radio service
Radio data system
USB connection
Memory card slot
Surround audio surround audio (discrete)
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
Satellite radio w/real time traffic satellite radio
830 watts stereo output
Harman/kardon premium brand speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Power glass sunroof
Intermittent rear wiper
Privacy glass
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Roof rack
Remote sunroof operation
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 X 8.0-In
20 x 9.0
Wheels more: 
All-Season Tires
Temporary spare tire
Inside mounted spare tire
Performance tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
245.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
265.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
rear ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Post-Collision Safety System
Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags
Turn Signal Mirrors
LED Headlamp
Pre-Collision Safety System
Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Cornering Lights
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Rear Side Airbags (SPC)
Vehicle Alarm notification*
Emergency Service*
Brake drying
Self-leveling headlights
Pre-collision safety system
Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp
Night View Assist Plus (SPC)
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*
Airbag Deployment Notification*
Emergency braking preparation
Post-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
High pressure washers headlamps

Options

Packages: 
VW Care
Combination Assistance Kit
Roadside Assistance Kit
20” Black Triple 5-Spoke Wheels
20” Silver Triple 5-Spoke Wheels
2nd-Row Dual Captain’s Chairs
Sport Package w/20" Wheel
Interior Sports Package
Designo Auburn Brown Leather Package
Designo Black Leather Package
Premium 1 Package
Parking Assist Package
Lane Tracking Package
On/Off Road Package
Sport PackageSport Package w/19" Wheel
Convenience Package
Lighting Package
Accessory Chrome Package
Active Curve System
Designo Porcelain Leather Package
Driver Assistance Package
Exterior Options: 
Wheel Locks
Splash Guards
Side Steps
Trailer Hitch Extras
Hood Deflector
Rear Bumper Applique
Roof Rack
Trailer Hitch
Run-Flat Tires (SPC)
Heated Windshield Washer Reservoir (SPC)
Brushed Aluminum Running Boards w/Rubber Studs
Soft Close Doors
Illuminated Grille Star
Wheel Locking Bolts
20" Twin 5-spoke Alloy Wheels
Panorama Sunroof
KEYLESS-GO
20" AMG 5-Spoke Wheel
Interior Options: 
Rubber Mats Kit (Bench Seats)
Rubber Mats Kit (Captain's Chairs)
Luggage Net
Rearview Mirror W/Homelink
Multi-Contour Driver/Passenger Seat w/Massage
Rear Seat Entertainment Pre-Wiring
3-Zone Climate Control
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel
Passenger Memory (SPC)
Cargo Management System (SPC)
Rear Seat Entertainment
Active Ventilated Front Seats
MB-TEX Wrapped Dashboard (SPC)
Wood/Leather Multifunction Steering Wheel
Splitview (SPC)
Lockable Rear Storage Compartment (SPC)
Bang & Olufsen Sound System
Designo Wood/Leather Steering Wheel
Heated Rear Seats
Black Headliner (SPC)
Harman/kardon Sound System
Accessory Rear Seat Entertainment System
Multicolor Interior Ambient Lighting w/Illuminated Front Door Sills

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Shetland Beige, leatherette
#D2CAC3
Titan Black, leatherette
#000000
Color: 
designo Auburn Brown, premium leather
#663A2D
designo Black, premium leather
#1B1B1B
designo Porcelain, premium leather
#D5CDC5