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Volkswagen · model year 2027
2027 Volkswagen Atlas 4motion
SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Where it places
- 236 Fuel-efficient SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #236 of 479 - 392 Fuel-efficient small SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #392 of 521 - 513 2027 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #513 of 539 - 544 Fuel-efficient AWD and 4WD cars
Ordered by combined MPG #544 of 1,362 - 02 Volkswagen cars
Every model year, newest first #2 of 1,374 - 717 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #717 of 2,158
Against fuel-efficient SUVs
The CarCody take
The 2027 Volkswagen Atlas 4motion is a small sport utility vehicle with all-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, and an eight-speed automatic. Its EPA rating is 23 MPG combined, with 20 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $2,900, and tailpipe CO2 is 388 grams per mile.
Good to know
- All-wheel drive for an SUV in the small sport utility vehicle 4WD class
- 27 MPG highway rating
- 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine
- Automatic S8 transmission
Watch for
- 20 MPG city rating
- 23 MPG combined fuel economy
- EPA annual fuel cost of $2,900
- 388 grams of CO2 per mile
Who it suits. Drivers seeking a gasoline SUV with all-wheel drive Mixed driving with substantial highway travel Shoppers comparing SUV fuel economy
The 2027 Atlas 4motion makes sense for shoppers who need an all-wheel-drive SUV and prefer gasoline power. Its combined EPA result is 23 MPG, with a meaningful split between city and highway use. Plan on an EPA-estimated $2,900 in yearly fuel costs. Drivers who spend more time on highways may see the benefit of its 27 MPG highway rating, while urban commuters should focus on the 20 MPG city figure.
What it is
The 2027 Volkswagen Atlas 4motion is a gasoline SUV in the EPA small sport utility vehicle 4WD class. It uses all-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and an automatic S8 transmission.
The numbers
Its defining EPA figure is 23 MPG combined. That means the rating blends 20 MPG city driving with 27 MPG highway driving. Highway travel uses less fuel than stop-and-go city travel for this vehicle.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates annual fuel spending at $2,900. Tailpipe emissions are rated at 388 grams of CO2 per mile.
How it compares
Use the 23 MPG combined figure when comparing this Atlas with other gasoline SUVs. The fuel-efficient SUV list gives you a way to compare similar vehicles by their EPA fuel numbers. You can also browse other Volkswagen cars.
Who it suits
This Atlas fits a driver who wants an SUV body and all-wheel drive while staying with a gasoline powertrain. Its EPA figures suit mixed driving where highway miles improve on the city rating.
Trade-offs
The 20 MPG city rating is 7 MPG below its highway figure, so frequent urban driving will return less economy than open-road travel. All-wheel drive, the turbo four-cylinder, and the automatic transmission define the setup, while the EPA annual fuel estimate is $2,900.
Verdict
Choose the 2027 Atlas 4motion if an all-wheel-drive SUV matches your daily needs and a 23 MPG combined rating is acceptable. Budget around $2,900 per year for fuel under the EPA estimate. Its 27 MPG highway result favors longer trips, while the 20 MPG city number matters more for stop-and-go routines. The 388-gram-per-mile CO2 figure is another part of its running-cost picture.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 23 MPG
- City MPG
- 20 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 27 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,900
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 388 g per mile
- Model year
- 2027
- Body
- SUV
- EPA size class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Drive
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Automatic (S8)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2027 Volkswagen Atlas 4motion's combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 23 MPG.
What are its city and highway MPG ratings?
It is rated at 20 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel each year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $2,900.
Is the Atlas 4motion all-wheel drive?
Yes. Its drive system is all-wheel drive.
What engine and transmission does it use?
It has a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and an automatic S8 transmission.
What type of vehicle is it?
It is a gasoline SUV classified by the EPA as a small sport utility vehicle 4WD.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it produce?
The tailpipe rating is 388 grams of CO2 per mile.
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