2023 Atlas Cross Sport Exterior
One of its best attributes is that the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a much more dynamic-looking SUV than the three-row Atlas and it doesn't deviate much from pictures of the Atlas Cross Sport Concept that first surfaced in 2018. In front, there is a three-bar chrome grille with standard LED headlights, along with LED daytime running lights. Silver roof rails are standard and a panoramic sunroof is available. The angled rear hatch is where the Atlas Cross Sport deviates most from the three-row Atlas, giving it a far sportier silhouette. Lower trims have 18-inch alloy wheels, but 21s are available further up in the lineup. R-Line variants get bespoke bumpers and glossy black trim elements to set them apart, but no performance upgrades.
2023 Atlas Cross Sport Exterior Photos
Dimensions
Compared with the Atlas, the Atlas Cross Sport is over five inches shorter and over two inches lower, sacrificing a third seating row for its sportier lines. Its key dimensions include a length of 195.5 inches, a wheelbase of 117.3 inches, a width of 78.3 inches, and a height of 67.8 inches. The curb weight starts at 4,123 pounds and goes all the way up to 4,464 lbs.
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Exterior Dimensions:
| Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Trims | 2.0T SE | 2.0T SE w/Technology | 3.6L V6 SE w/Technology | 2.0T SEL | 3.6L V6 SEL | 2.0T SEL R-Line Black | 3.6L V6 SEL R-Line Black | 3.6L V6 SEL Premium R-Line |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Width | 78.3 in. | 78.3 in. | 78.3 in. | 78.3 in. | 78.3 in. | 78.3 in. | 78.3 in. | 78.3 in. |
| Length | 195.5 in. | 195.5 in. | 195.5 in. | 195.5 in. | 195.5 in. | 195.5 in. | 195.5 in. | 195.5 in. |
| Height | 67.8 in. | 67.8 in. | 67.8 in. | 67.8 in. | 67.8 in. | 67.8 in. | 67.8 in. | 67.8 in. |
| Wheelbase | 117.3 in. | 117.3 in. | 117.3 in. | 117.3 in. | 117.3 in. | 117.3 in. | 117.3 in. | 117.3 in. |
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Weight Information:
| Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Trims | Curb Weight |
|---|---|
| 2.0T SE | 4,114 - 4,295 lbs. |
| 2.0T SE w/Technology | 4,114 - 4,295 lbs. |
| 3.6L V6 SE w/Technology | 4,270 - 4,449 lbs. |
| 2.0T SEL | 4,295 lbs. |
| 3.6L V6 SEL | 4,449 lbs. |
| 2.0T SEL R-Line Black | 4,295 lbs. |
| 3.6L V6 SEL R-Line Black | 4,449 lbs. |
| 3.6L V6 SEL Premium R-Line | 4,449 lbs. |
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Tires:
| Front Tire | P245/60TR18 |
|---|---|
| Rear Tire | P245/60TR18 |
| Spare Tire | Compact |
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Wheels:
| Wheels Type | Aluminum Wheels |
|---|---|
| Front Wheel Size | 18" x 8" |
| Rear Wheel Size | 18" x 8" |
Exterior Colors
On the entry-level model, there are just five color choices. Fortunately, none of them cost anything extra. Along with Pure White, there are is Deep Black Pearl and three metallics: Platinum Gray, Pyrite Silver, and Tourmaline Blue. The SE with Technology adds the choice of Pure Gray and Aurora Red Metallic, with each costing $395 extra. The SEL Premium R-Line loses access to Platinum Gray Metallic. The Atlas Cross Sport isn't supposed to be a wallflower, so we'd opt for Aurora Red Metallic to make this SUV stand out even more. Our tester came wearing Pyrite Silver - a better color for blending in.