Comparison - Volkswagen Atlas SEL 4MOTION 2020 - vs - Acura MDX 2021

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Volkswagen Atlas SEL 4MOTION 2020

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Volkswagen Teramont

Also called:

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

44,395

Updated:

23 Jan 2020

57,400

Updated:

09 Dec 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2020

2022

Total Seating:

Transmission:

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

10-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

18.60gals

18.50gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Pure White

#FFFFFF

Platinum gray metallic

#4D5760

Deep black pearl

#0B0B0C

Tourmaline blue metallic

#1B3D58

Pacific Blue Metallic

#016BA6

Color:

Lunar Silver Metallic

#8D919A

Platinum White Pearl

#F4F4F4

Performance Red Pearl

#971C30

Apex Blue Pearl

#022A72

Liquid Carbon Metallic

#666770

Majestic Black Pearl

#1C252D

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

Space comes before pace with the roomy 2020 Volkswagen Atlas.

Pros
Massive interior
Rides well
Easy third-row access
Spacious cargo area

Cons
Not fast
Not efficient
Not stylish
Not luxurious

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas's #7 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Volkswagen Atlas has a score of 8.0 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 32 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Roomy seats in every row
Cavernous cargo bay
User-friendly infotainment system
Carlike handling
Great fuel economy

Cons
Underpowered engines
Some downmarket cabin materials

By:

usnews.com

Now standard with VW Car-Net telematics app, free for five years.SE w/ Technology R-Line models and up get hands-free liftgate and parking sensors.SE w/ Technology models and up get 20-inch wheels; SEL Premiums upgrade to 21-inch wheels.The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.

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
Lags some competitors in fuel economy

By:

edmunds.com

Pros
Sharp styling,
surprisingly nimble chassis,
high-tech cabin.

Cons
Tight third row passenger space,
mediocre fuel economy ratings,
fussy infotainment touchpad.

By:

caranddriver.com

Pros
Expressive shape
Swell ride and handling
Even more space
Type S performance and comfort
Strong in safety

Cons
Hybrid’s gone...
...and gas mileage remains mediocre
Third-row access is tight
Tetchy touchpad interface

By:

thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

19.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

25.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.60L

3.50L

Torque:

266ft-lbs

at 2 750rpm

267ft-lbs

at 4 700rpm

Horsepower:

276hp

at 6 200rpm

290hp

at 6 200rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Single overhead cam (SOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.10Feet

40.50Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

198.30in

198.40in

Width:

78.30in

78.70in

Height:

70.00in

67.10in

Ground Clearance:

8.00in

7.30in

Front Track:

67.20in

Rear Track:

67.80in

Wheel Base:

117.30in

113.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.30

38.50

Rear Head Room:

40.40

38.10

Front Leg Room:

41.50in

41.60in

Rear leg room:

37.60in

38.50in

Front Hip Room:

58.20in

59.30in

Front Shoulder Room:

61.50in

61.90in

Rear Hip Room:

58.00in

57.80in

Rear Shoulder room:

60.80in

60.30in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

96.80cu.ft

95.00cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

20.60cu.ft

18.10cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

20.40degrees

18.20degrees

Angle of Departure:

22.40degrees

21.20degrees

Curb Weight:

4534.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

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

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

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

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Premium Leather/Sueded Microfiber

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

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

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Stabilizer Bar

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Stabilizer Bar

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

6 Total Speakers

USB Connection

Memory Card Slot

USB With External Media Control

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

12.3-inch wide full-HD center display

16 Total Speakers

1 Subwoofer(S)

710 Watts Stereo Output

USB Connection

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

Speed Sensitive Volume Control

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Alloy Wheels:

yes

Wheel size:

20 X 8.0 In.

20 X 9.0 In.

Wheels more:

All-Season Tires

Temporary Spare Tire

Inside Mounted Spare Tire

Temporary Spare Tire

Underbody Mounted Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Wheel Dimensions:

Width:

255.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R20

Width:

255.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R20

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated Front Disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Solid Rear Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Post-Collision Safety System

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

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

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Front, Rear And Third Row Head Airbags

Post-Collision Safety System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

4-Wheel ABS

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Turn Signal Mirrors

Options

Packages:

VW Care

Combination Assistance Kit

Roadside Assistance Kit

2nd-Row Dual Captain’s Chairs

Exterior Options:

Wheel Locks

Splash Guards

Side Steps

Trailer Hitch Extras

Hood Deflector

Rear Bumper Applique

Roof Rack

Interior Options:

Rubber Mats Kit (Bench Seats)

Rubber Mats Kit (Captain's Chairs)

Luggage Net

Rearview Mirror W/Homelink

Carpeted Mats (Bench Seats)

Privacy Cover

Carpeted Mats (Captain's Chairs)

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Shetland Beige, leatherette

#D2CAC3

Titan Black, leatherette

#000000

Color:

Ebony, Premium leather/sueded microfiber

#0F0F0F

Red, Premium leather/sueded microfiber

#A02720

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Comparison - Volkswagen Atlas SEL 4MOTION 2020 - vs - Acura MDX 2021

General

Also called:

Volkswagen Teramont

Also called:

--

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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