The 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.Trim lineup restructured, with fewer variants than before.Additional features on new base Velar S model.Diesel engine has been discontinued, while a new supercharged V8 appears on the new top trim level.
Pros Distinctive styling inside and out Strong V6 engine High-quality materials in the cabin
Cons Infotainment system is frustrating to use Rear legroom is a little tight Overly firm ride
The high-performance SV Autobiography Dynamic edition joins the lineup for 2020, powered by a rip-snorting supercharged 5.0-liter V-8 making 550 horsepower. We've driven it already, and it's awesome. Elsewhere, Land Rover has made more minor updates, such as making Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration across the Velar lineup and fitting the base S model with driver-assistance tech such as blind-spot monitoring, 14-way power-adjustable front seats, a power-adjustable steering column, and SiriusXM satellite radio.
Pros Avant-garde styling, large cargo space, high-end interior design.
Cons Finicky infotainment system, grumbly engines, eye-popping price tags.
The 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is unranked in Luxury Midsize SUVs due to missing safety data. Currently, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar's overall score is not available, though its Critics' Rating, Performance score, and Interior score are based on our evaluation of 17 pieces of research and data.
Pros Elegant, high-quality interior Powerful engine options Composed ride and handling
Cons Distracting dual-screen infotainment system
The 2018 Volkswagen Atlas ranked #9 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Volkswagen Atlas has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 22 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Spacious seating – even in the third row Large cargo area Drives smaller than it is
Cons Bland interior V6 sometimes struggles for power
Pros Second-row comfort and flexibility Cargo space Crash-test ratings Three child seats fit in second row Multimedia screen is sharp and bright Camera and parking-sensor integration
Cons V-6 power is underwhelming Not enough hidden storage space Steering is too light Conservative styling Advanced safety features not available on lower trim levels All-wheel drive with V-6 only
The 2018 Volkswagen Atlas is an all-new midsize crossover. It slots in between the compact Tiguan and high-end Touareg in Volkswagen's lineup. The Atlas is actually larger than the Touareg, but it doesn't offer the same level of features or options.
PROS Spacious interior offers ample room for passenger in all three rows Great compromise between precise handling and everyday comfort Straightforward cabin design makes everything easy to use
CONS Fuel economy lags that of some competitors Not very quick to accelerate, even with the optional V6
