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Be Winter-Ready in the New 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

If you want to drive confidently throughout winter in Washington DC, Volkswagen's 2021 Atlas Cross Sport offers capabilities you'll appreciate. We proudly feature this modern SUV in our new inventory at Fitzgerald Volkswagen of Annapolis.

Stability on Slick Roadways in Baltimore

Volkswagen calls the Atlas Cross Sport a showstopper. We say, during winter, this new VW keeps the show going.

When you encounter slippery conditions in this agile vehicle, Volkswagen's unique 4MOTION AWD will apply the engine's power where needed. This exceptional all-wheel-drive system's technology adjusts its responsiveness based upon surface conditions, your speed, and other data to optimize usage of the Atlas Cross Sport's torque continually. If necessary, 4MOTION can send 100% of the engine's power to one wheel.

Enhanced Performance in Pasadena, MD

Your Atlas Cross Sport also comes with a drive-mode selector. Naturally, when winter weather makes roads slick, you'll turn the dial to Snow mode. This setting enables a lower RPM range during acceleration, which helps you avoid pushing too much torque toward the SUV's wheels.

Of course, the ability to stop is also crucial in winter. The Atlas Cross Sport's Electronic Brake-Pressure Distribution offers assurance during hard-stop scenarios. When needed, this system maintains your anti-lock brakes' stopping power.

You'll find additional winter poise in VW's Electonic Stability Control. When a skid is detected, this system immediately adjusts the vehicle's throttle. Next, it counteracts the skid by sending a corrective force to the optimal components.

Warmth, Convenience & Versatility

Winter-driving happiness extends beyond moving parts. The 2021 Atlas Cross Sport range also offers:

  • Remote starting
  • Heated seats
  • VW's proprietary, all-season Monster Mats
  • Splash guards
  • Roof attachments for your winter outdoor gear
  • Touchscreen navigation with dynamic route guidance
  • App-Connect for complete engagement as you drive

Personally Experience the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

To truly evaluate this new SUV, book a test drive at our VW showroom near Laurel, MD. You'll discover firsthand everything the winter-ready VW Atlas Cross Sport can do. For more information, please call or contact us online at Fitzgerald Volkswagen of Annapolis.

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