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If you’re in the market for a vehicle with abundant space and power, chances are you’re considering several SUV options. The Volkswagen Atlas and the Subaru Ascent offer drivers some impressive interior dimensions, plus a smooth and powerful ride.
While both models will provide a versatile drive on the roads near Littleton, Parker, and Castle Rock, which one will prove to be the better fit for you? To make your decision a bit easier, our team at McDonald Volkswagen has put together this detailed Volkswagen Atlas vs. Subaru Ascent comparison.
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SUVs are sporty and savvy—something even large vessels like the VW Atlas and the Subaru Ascent accomplish. Both models are outfitted with robust engines to power school drop-offs, weekend errands, or team carpools. However, the VW Atlas introduces another engine into the mix, giving you the power of choice.
One of the first questions most drivers have when car shopping is “What’s under the hood?” The Volkswagen Atlas and the Subaru Ascent share some similarities in their powertrains, both offering exceptional horsepower and torque output.
However, the Volkswagen Atlas has one advantage, and it’s the number of available engines. With the Subaru Ascent, you’ll only have one engine across the whole trim lineup, which is a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that gets up to 260 horsepower.
In comparison, the VW Atlas has two engine options:
The 3.6L V6 engine nets you an impressive 276 horsepower, giving you much more power should you need it. Having the ability to customize your engine based on your own needs makes the VW Atlas an excellent SUV.
Life is ever-changing, which means you’ll need an SUV that can roll with the punches. Both the VW Atlas and the Subaru Ascent are designed with your need for space and growth in mind, which makes them top choices for families. While you’ll find plenty of room for passengers and cargo on board, the VW Atlas provides the ultimate in-cabin experience.
SUVs are designed for versatility, so most car buyers look for plenty of interior space for both passengers and cargo. The Volkswagen Atlas and the Subaru Ascent offer plenty of seating options with room for seven passengers.
However, the VW Atlas offers just a tad more passenger volume. You can expect 154 cubic feet of passenger volume in the Volkswagen Atlas and 153.2 cubic feet in the Subaru Ascent.
Third-row passengers will be able to enjoy more space with 38.3 inches of headroom and 33.7 inches of legroom in the VW Atlas, while passengers in the back of the Subaru Ascent will only have 36.2 inches of headroom and 31.7 inches of legroom.
While both SUVs feature a large trunk and folding seats in both the second and third rows, the Subaru can’t carry quite as much.
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As you can see, there’s more cargo space in the Volkswagen Atlas than in the Subaru Ascent. This extra space is great for your next big move, project, or adventure.
As soon as you slide into the driver’s seat, what do you do? Pull up your spouse’s contact to check in with them? Toggle on a playlist of your favorite tunes? Dive deeper into your current audiobook? No matter which way you choose to spend your in-car me-time, the VW Atlas and the Subaru Ascent will make every drive entertaining.
When you glance in the cabins of both the VW Atlas and the Subaru Ascent, you’ll notice several similarities, including touchscreen displays of up to eight inches.
You can also enjoy must-have features like:
With their available navigation systems, you’ll be able to see a map of your route in real time with both SUVs. The VW Atlas makes it easier to view your route, though, with the available Volkswagen Digital Cockpit. This makes your instrument cluster fully customizable and offers display modes, like full-screen navigation.
The Subaru Ascent has a more traditional instrument cluster, so you won’t have the same level of convenience and customization with the information you’ll see as you drive.
There’s plenty to get excited about when shopping for your next large SUV. As our comparison between the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs. Subaru Ascent shows, the VW Atlas offers more space, style, and options to customize your ride, making it the clear choice.
If you’re ready to discover all the amazing things a new Volkswagen Atlas has to offer, stop by McDonald Volkswagen today. We can’t wait to see you cruising around Littleton, Parker, or Castle Rock in style.
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