Volkswagen Atlas vs Kia EV6
Overview | |
Years produced2018-Present | Years produced2022-Present |
MSRP$37,995 | MSRP$40,900 |
Average price$37,701 | Average price$50,381 |
Listings1149 | Listings382 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryLaunched 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. | |
Reviews SummaryWe didn't expect them to go there. But the designers and engineers behind the 2022 Kia EV6 did—and deleted the template of their company's affordable, cost-conscious brand. This is an electric performance car that can genuinely compete with a Tesla Model 3 on everything from tech to style to acceleration to charging time. It's a masterclass of fresh thinking in a market segment dominated by rehashed ideas. And yet, it's hampered by the same major problems that, for decades, remain unresolved. The EV6 would be amazing with battery technology that hasn't yet been invented. For now, we'll tell you what the present life is like with this most unusual and exciting Kia in years. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 | Engine167 hp Electric |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity58 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City127 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway100 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)51 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 | Engine Name167 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)51 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity58 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City127 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway100 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space20.6 cu ft | Cargo Space24.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4343 lbs | Curb Weight4017 lbs |
Height70.4 in | Height60.8 in |
Length200.7 in | Length184.3 in |
Width88.5 in | Width74.0 in |
Wheelbase117.3 in | Wheelbase114.2 in |
Maximum Payload1091 lbs | Maximum Payload987 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2018-Present | 2022-Present |
MSRP | $37,995 | $40,900 |
Average price | $37,701 | $50,381 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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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. | We didn't expect them to go there. But the designers and engineers behind the 2022 Kia EV6 did—and deleted the template of their company's affordable, cost-conscious brand. This is an electric performance car that can genuinely compete with a Tesla Model 3 on everything from tech to style to acceleration to charging time. It's a masterclass of fresh thinking in a market segment dominated by rehashed ideas. And yet, it's hampered by the same major problems that, for decades, remain unresolved. The EV6 would be amazing with battery technology that hasn't yet been invented. For now, we'll tell you what the present life is like with this most unusual and exciting Kia in years. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 269 hp I4 | 167 hp Electric |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 58 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 127 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 100 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 51 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 269 hp I4 | 167 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 51 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 58 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 127 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 100 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 20.6 cu ft | 24.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4343 lbs | 4017 lbs |
Height | 70.4 in | 60.8 in |
Length | 200.7 in | 184.3 in |
Width | 88.5 in | 74.0 in |
Wheelbase | 117.3 in | 114.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1091 lbs | 987 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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