The 2025 VW Atlas vs. Competitors in Annapolis, MD

VW Atlas vs Subaru Ascent

  • Performance: The 2025 Subaru Ascent brings 260 horsepower through its turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It's a respectable figure, but the 2025 VW Atlas raises the bar with 269 horsepower and smoother highway performance. Towing muscle tells the same story. The Ascent base trim tops out at 2,000 pounds. Every VW Atlas model pulls up to 5,000 pounds. Traction technology also leaps forward with 4MOTION® all-wheel drive (AWD) and Active Control in the VW Atlas. Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive is standard but lacks the adaptability of 4MOTION® drive modes.
  • Cargo Space: Measurements show the difference. The Subaru Ascent offers 44 cubic feet behind the second row and 76 with the second and third rows folded. The VW Atlas allows 56 cubic feet behind the second row and up to 97 cubic feet total. That's an additional 12 to 21 cubic feet of space that can hold more gear, groceries, or luggage through Pasadena, MD.
  • Interior: Entry-level trims on the 2025 VW Atlas include V-Tex leatherette seating, heated and ventilated front seats, and Climatronic® three-zone climate control. The Ascent requires top trims to unlock ventilated seats. Even though both models have tri-zone climate control, Subaru's system doesn't match the VW Atlas model's responsive temps or precision airflow. A 12-inch center display comes standard on every 2025 VW Atlas over the Ascent's 11.6-inch vertical screen, which doesn't have the same clarity or horizontal viewing abilities.

VW Atlas vs Honda Pilot

  • Cargo Space: The Pilot continues to fall behind the 2025 VW Atlas. The rear cargo volume behind the third row in the Honda measures 19 cubic feet, compared to 21 cubic feet in the VW Atlas. Fold the second and third rows, and the Pilot maxes out at 87 cubic feet. The Volkswagen Atlas stretches its cargo space to a class-leading 97 cubic feet with the seats folded. The extra 10 cubic feet make a big difference for road trips, equipment, or bulk hauls across Laurel, MD.
  • Technology: Digital Cockpit Pro, available in the VW Atlas, surpasses the Honda Pilot's 10.2-inch Driver Information Interface in functionality and clarity. Drivers throughout Washington, D.C., will benefit from Volkswagen's 12-inch center touchscreen with Discover Pro navigation, wireless smartphone integration, and App-Connect. The Pilot starts with a 7-inch screen and limits its 9-inch upgrade to higher trims. You'll get standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Autoâ„¢ integration with the VW Atlas, which costs more in Pilot's trims.
  • Safety: Honda Sensing® includes many popular driver-assists, like adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assistance, but in the Pilot, you won't have a semi-automated driving assistant. Travel Assist in the VW Atlas fills that gap, managing steering and speed in highway conditions. The new VW Atlas also includes an Active Blind Spot Monitor. The Pilot counters with a Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) but doesn't provide the same lane-level steering assistance found in the VW Atlas. When you're crawling on a congested I-95 between Washington D.C. and Baltimore or making your way through suburban rush hour traffic, the VW safety systems actively support every drive.

VW Atlas vs Kia Telluride

  • Cargo Space: The numbers speak volumes. The VW Atlas has 21 cubic feet of space behind the third row, 56 behind the second, and 97 total cubic feet with folded seats. The Telluride has 21, 46, and 87 cubic feet, respectively. Active families across Annapolis who need every inch of storage will like the added flexibility and capacity inside the VW Atlas.
  • Performance: Torque output plays a key role in driver confidence. The VW Atlas produces 273 pound-feet through its turbocharged engine. The Telluride's V6 manages 262 pound-feet. Although both can pull up to 5,000 pounds, the VW Atlas's earlier torque delivery results in better acceleration under load.
  • Legroom: Third-row passengers usually get the short end, but not in the VW Atlas. The Telluride gives third-row riders 31.4 inches of legroom, but the VW Atlas stretches to 33.7 inches, giving it best-in-class space for third-row passengers. Road-weary passengers will notice the difference during long road trips or short errands around Baltimore.

Test Drive the 2025 VW Atlas in Annapolis

Although both SUVs have strengths, the 2025 VW Atlas outperforms its rivals with superior cargo space, more third-row legroom, standard safety innovation, and sharper cabin tech. It makes a much stronger case across the board when comparing performance stats, rear passenger comfort, and connectivity features. Car buyers from Washington, D.C., to Laurel, MD, turn to Fitzgerald Volkswagen when shopping for a top-tier SUV and expert support throughout ownership. Come to our showroom and test drive the new VW Atlas through Annapolis.

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