Volkswagen Atlas vs MINI Countryman

2024 MINI Countryman
2024 MINI Countryman
$32,650MSRP
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2024 Volkswagen Atlas
2024 Volkswagen Atlas
$37,995MSRP
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2024 MINI Countryman
$32,650MSRP
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2024 Volkswagen Atlas
$37,995MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

2011-Present

Years produced

2018-Present

MSRP

$32,650

MSRP

$37,995

Average price

$24,781

Average price

$38,388

Listings

408

Listings

1072
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

6.5 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.3 out of 10
Pros
  • Stylish design
  • Fun to drive
  • Easy-to-use technology
Cons
  • Underwhelming base engine
  • Not much cargo space
  • Lacks expected safety features
Pros
  • Plenty of cargo space
  • Spacious third row
  • Standard advanced safety features
Cons
  • Fairly pedestrian performance
  • Poor ride quality
  • Troublesome haptic controls

Reviews Summary

The new MINI Countryman arrives next year and we know at least one version of the 2025 Countryman will be electric, if not all of them. In the meantime, the 2024 MINI Countryman enters its eighth year in second-generation spec. Three gas-powered variants are offered in addition to the Cooper SE plug-in hybrid.

Reviews Summary

Launched for the 2018 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas is engineered specifically for the North American market. It's a mid-size three-row SUV, big for a VW, but targeting a popular market segment that already includes the Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Honda Pilot, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, and Toyota Highlander. To keep up in such a competitive segment, the Atlas gets a major refresh for the 2024 model year.

The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is essentially the same vehicle as before, but it gets key updates like different styling and more standard features. It also loses its six-cylinder engine option, but the remaining turbocharged four-cylinder engine gets more horsepower and torque.

In Canada, the 2024 Atlas lineup includes Comfortline, Highline, and Execline, plus a new-for-2024 Peak Edition trim that slots in just above base. For this review, we tested the U.S. equivalent of an Atlas Execline, representing the top of the range.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

1.5L 134 hp I3

Engine

2.0L 269 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

7

Horsepower

134 hp @ 4500 rpm

Horsepower

MPG City

26

MPG City

20

MPG Highway

32

MPG Highway

27
2024 MINI Countryman
2024 MINI Countryman
$32,650MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2024 Volkswagen Atlas
2024 Volkswagen Atlas
$37,995MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 MINI Countryman
$32,650MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Volkswagen Atlas
$37,995MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
Years produced
2011-Present
2018-Present
MSRP
$32,650
$37,995
Average price
$24,781
$38,388
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.5
4.7
Expert reviews

6.5 out of 10

Read full review

7.3 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Stylish design
  • Fun to drive
  • Easy-to-use technology
Cons
  • Underwhelming base engine
  • Not much cargo space
  • Lacks expected safety features
Pros
  • Plenty of cargo space
  • Spacious third row
  • Standard advanced safety features
Cons
  • Fairly pedestrian performance
  • Poor ride quality
  • Troublesome haptic controls
Summary
The new MINI Countryman arrives next year and we know at least one version of the 2025 Countryman will be electric, if not all of them. In the meantime, the 2024 MINI Countryman enters its eighth year in second-generation spec. Three gas-powered variants are offered in addition to the Cooper SE plug-in hybrid.

Launched for the 2018 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas is engineered specifically for the North American market. It's a mid-size three-row SUV, big for a VW, but targeting a popular market segment that already includes the Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Honda Pilot, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, and Toyota Highlander. To keep up in such a competitive segment, the Atlas gets a major refresh for the 2024 model year.

The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is essentially the same vehicle as before, but it gets key updates like different styling and more standard features. It also loses its six-cylinder engine option, but the remaining turbocharged four-cylinder engine gets more horsepower and torque.

In Canada, the 2024 Atlas lineup includes Comfortline, Highline, and Execline, plus a new-for-2024 Peak Edition trim that slots in just above base. For this review, we tested the U.S. equivalent of an Atlas Execline, representing the top of the range.

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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
1.5L 134 hp I3
2.0L 269 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
7
Horsepower
134 hp @ 4500 rpm
MPG City
26
20
MPG Highway
32
27
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