2021 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2020 Toyota Sienna
Overview | |
MSRP$29,715 | MSRP$31,545 |
Average price$38,104 | Average price$35,549 |
Listings67 | Listings97 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 |
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2020 Toyota Sienna Reviews SummarySince the second half of the 20th century, each decade has had a hot-topic family car, and, as we’ve noted in a number of reviews this year, the crossover is our current darling vehicle. Before the crossover, there were big, truck-based SUVs. Before that, there were station wagons. And for the past 35 years, there's always been the minivan. The Dodge Caravan has been widely considered the Patient Zero of the minivan segment. From there, seemingly everyone joined the party, including Toyota, Nissan, Ford, Chevy, GMC, Volkswagen, Oldsmobile, and more. Heck, even Mercury had a “Nautica Edition” version of the Villager. The minivan was king once, the crossover is king now, and some other type of vehicle will likely dominate in the near future. But in all this, the 7- and 8-passenger minivans will always represent the ultimate in versatility. The crossover is an image-forward fad with a dash of usability, but the minivan continues to prove itself as the pinnacle of practicality. The 2020 Toyota Sienna is neither the newest nor flashiest minivan out there, but when you absolutely need space for people and gear, there’s nothing better. Additionally, as of 2020 the Sienna is the only minivan to offer all-wheel drive (AWD), which is something specifically desired by many car buyers. | |
2021 Volkswagen Atlas Reviews SummaryIntroduced for the 2018 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas is the automaker's latest attempt to win over North American buyers. Built in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the VW Atlas competes in the three-row crossover SUV segment against well-established nameplates like the Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, and Toyota Highlander. Changes for 2021 are limited to exterior styling tweaks and a reshuffled option list. VW also offers the two-row Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 296 hp V6 | Engine2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower296 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City19 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway24 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 296 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower296 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space | Cargo Space20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4375 lbs | Curb Weight4248 lbs |
Height68.9 in | Height70.1 in |
Length200.2 in | Length200.7 in |
Width78.1 in | Width78.4 in |
Wheelbase119.3 in | Wheelbase117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1080 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $29,715 | $31,545 |
Average price | $38,104 | $35,549 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.9 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 6.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Since the second half of the 20th century, each decade has had a hot-topic family car, and, as we’ve noted in a number of reviews this year, the crossover is our current darling vehicle. Before the crossover, there were big, truck-based SUVs. Before that, there were station wagons. And for the past 35 years, there's always been the minivan. The Dodge Caravan has been widely considered the Patient Zero of the minivan segment. From there, seemingly everyone joined the party, including Toyota, Nissan, Ford, Chevy, GMC, Volkswagen, Oldsmobile, and more. Heck, even Mercury had a “Nautica Edition” version of the Villager. The minivan was king once, the crossover is king now, and some other type of vehicle will likely dominate in the near future. But in all this, the 7- and 8-passenger minivans will always represent the ultimate in versatility. The crossover is an image-forward fad with a dash of usability, but the minivan continues to prove itself as the pinnacle of practicality. The 2020 Toyota Sienna is neither the newest nor flashiest minivan out there, but when you absolutely need space for people and gear, there’s nothing better. Additionally, as of 2020 the Sienna is the only minivan to offer all-wheel drive (AWD), which is something specifically desired by many car buyers. | Introduced for the 2018 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas is the automaker's latest attempt to win over North American buyers. Built in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the VW Atlas competes in the three-row crossover SUV segment against well-established nameplates like the Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, and Toyota Highlander. Changes for 2021 are limited to exterior styling tweaks and a reshuffled option list. VW also offers the two-row Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 296 hp V6 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 2 | 7 |
Horsepower | 296 hp @ 6200 rpm | |
MPG City | 19 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 24 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 296 hp V6 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque | 263 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | |
Horsepower | 296 hp @ 6200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 24 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 2 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 20.6 cu ft | |
Curb Weight | 4375 lbs | 4248 lbs |
Height | 68.9 in | 70.1 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 200.7 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 78.4 in |
Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1080 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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