Volkswagen Atlas — All Years
We have Volkswagen Atlas specifications on file for 9 model years, 2018–2026, covering suv trims. Across those years EPA data lists 2 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 22 to 29 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 9 of the 9 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 25–28 | 242 | 5★ | 0 | 10 |
| 2025 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 25–26 | 250 | 5★ | 5 | 73 |
| 2024 | 2L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 26–28 | 244 | 5★ | 8 | 268 |
| 2023 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 3.6L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 24–28 | 240 | 5★ | 6 | 153 |
| 2022 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 3.6L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 24–28 | 240 | 5★ | 7 | 255 |
| 2021 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 3.6L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 22–26 | 249 | 5★ | 17 | 639 |
| 2020 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 3.6L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 23–26 | 249 | 5★ | 11 | 133 |
| 2019 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 3.6L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 23–26 | 245 | 5★ | 12 | 480 |
| 2018 | 2L 4-cyl turbo / 3.6L 6-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 23–29 | 233 | 5★ | 17 | 465 |
Best and Worst Volkswagen Atlas Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 5 Volkswagen Atlas model years from 2018 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 465 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Engine History
- 2L 4-cyl turbo — 2018–2026
- 3.6L 6-cyl — 2018–2023
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Volkswagen Atlas covered on this site?
We have data for 9 model years of the Volkswagen Atlas, from 2018 to 2026.
What engines does the Volkswagen Atlas come with?
EPA data lists: 2L 4-cyl turbo (2018–2026); 3.6L 6-cyl (2018–2023).
Which Volkswagen Atlas year has the best fuel economy?
The 2018 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 29 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Volkswagen Atlas have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
Yes — the 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.
Which Volkswagen Atlas model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2018 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (17), and the 2021 has the most owner complaints (639). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2026. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.
What body style is the Volkswagen Atlas?
The Volkswagen Atlas is classed as an SUV on this site.
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