2019 Volkswagen Atlas vs Toyota Highlander
Choosing the right SUV can be tough, especially when you’re stuck deciding between the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas vs. Toyota Highlander. Both SUVs come highly rated and offer plenty to their respective drivers. But when it’s time to choose, which do you ultimately go with?
At Port Charlotte Volkswagen, we’re here to help Fort Myers and Port Charlotte drivers learn more about these SUVs. We’ll go over their similarities and their differences, so you can see which one is better suited for you!
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2019 VW Atlas vs Toyota Highlander Engine Power & Performance
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Despite their similar stature, there’s quite a few differences between the VW Atlas vs. Highlander and what they can do on the road. The Volkswagen Atlas comes equipped with the turbocharged and intercooled 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, which can produce a remarkable 235 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. The Toyota Highlander, on the other hand, comes outfitted with a 2.7-liter 4-cylinder engine, which doesn’t come close to the output of the VW Atlas; this engine maxes out its performance at 185 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque.
Passenger Space & Cargo Room
The Volkswagen Atlas and Toyota Highlander each offer spacious cabins, providing three rows of seating for passenger. The VW Atlas certainly has a bit of an edge in passenger space by offering front passengers 41.3 inches of headroom and 40.4 inches of headroom for rear passengers. The Highlander, on the other hand, is a bit limited with 40.7 inches of headroom in the front row and only 39.9 inches of headroom in the rear.
Each SUV offers some impressive cargo space that can be expanded when you start folding the rear seats down. When the third row is folded, the VW Atlas offers 53.5 cubic feet while the Highlander offers 42.3 cubic feet. When all the rows except for the front are folded, the VW Atlas features 96.8 cubic feet, while the Highlander only includes 83.7 cubic feet of total cargo space.
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Technology & Entertainment Features
These SUVs come equipped with some pretty impressive features and some sophisticated technology systems. The VW Atlas includes a 6.5-inch touchscreen display while the Toyota Highlander features a 6.1-inch touchscreen. Each vehicle includes Bluetooth® connectivity, USB and auxiliary inputs, and AM/FM radios. The VW Atlas includes the Volkswagen Car-Net® App Connect, which is a feature that integrates your smartphone into the touchscreen display—making it easier to access your apps, contacts list, and even your entertainment library. Unfortunately, smartphone integration in the Highlander doesn’t go past Bluetooth® pairing.
Choosing Your Next SUV
At Port Charlotte Volkswagen, we hope that you found this 2019 VW Atlas vs. Toyota Highlander comparison informative and helpful in your quest for your next SUV. Even though you saw that the VW Atlas has a leg up on the Highlander, you can learn even more by dropping by our dealership for a closer look. You can certainly tell if it’s the right car for you by sitting behind the wheel!
Schedule your test drive with us! We’re here to help you find the next car that’ll have you traveling the Fort Myers and Port Charlotte areas in style!
