2025 Volkswagen Atlas — Full Specifications
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The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas is an SUV powered by a 2L 4-cyl turbo regular gasoline engine. Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 26 mpg (UK) / 22 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 25–26 mpg (UK) across all configurations. Owners often keep a Volkswagen Atlas workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas: Fuel economy slips from 28 to 26 mpg (UK) combined on the most efficient configuration. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 5★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 2L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 26 combined / 24 urban / 31 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 22 combined / 20 city / 26 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 250 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 4 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,050 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas, all with the 2L 4-cyl turbo engine. Combined fuel economy ranges from 21 to 22 mpg (US), or 25 to 26 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 | 21 (19/26) | 261 | $3,200 |
| 2L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 22 (20/26) | 250 | $3,050 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas
Running Costs: 2025 Volkswagen Atlas
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2025 Volkswagen Atlas at 26 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,399 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,050 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2025 Volkswagen Atlas Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns that include the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Back over prevention (2), Service brakes (1), Engine (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Back over prevention — campaign 26V473000, reported 22 July 2026. Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Service brakes — campaign 25V434000, reported 30 June 2025. Risk: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
- Back over prevention — campaign 25V334000, reported 21 May 2025. Risk: A distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Engine — campaign 25V100000, reported 17 February 2025. Risk: A loose engine cover that contacts hot surfaces in the engine compartment can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Showing the 4 most recent of 5 campaigns.
Owners have filed 73 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas. The most-reported areas are Electrical system (29), Unspecified (20), Power train (20). Complaints include 1 reported crash. That is well below the median of 255 complaints across the 9 Volkswagen Atlas model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Electrical system (29 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Transmission & drivetrain (1 recall campaign · 20 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
- Engine (1 recall campaign · 12 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
- Brakes (1 recall campaign) — Brake firmly from speed and look for pulling, vibration or a soft pedal; ask for brake service history.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Volkswagen Atlas compare to similar SUVs? SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model sits close to that average, within 1 mpg. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Volkswagen models in our database average about 33 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas's 26 mpg is 7 mpg below that make average. Its 250 g/km CO₂ figure is 37 g/km higher than the 213 g/km Volkswagen average.
Of the 9 Volkswagen Atlas model years we cover, the 2025 ranks 6th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (26 mpg UK combined, against a high of 29 mpg). See every Volkswagen Atlas year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas have?
It's fitted with a 2L 4-cyl turbo regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s8) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas?
The most efficient configuration returns around 26 mpg (UK) combined, or 22 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 25 to 26 mpg.
How much does the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,050 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns that include the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Back over prevention (2), Service brakes (1), Engine (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas?
Among the 73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Electrical system (29 complaints), Unspecified (20 complaints), Power train (20 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Volkswagen Atlas's fuel economy good for an SUV?
It returns around 26 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.