Tiguan vs. Atlas: Which Volkswagen SUV Is Best?

If you're trying to decide which Volkswagen SUV is best for you, let Northtown Volkswagen help. We have a wide array of new SUVs and crossovers in our colossal inventory. They're competitively priced, and with Volkswagen financing or a Volkswagen lease, driving a brand-new Volkswagen SUV could be easier than you imagined. We took the time to compare two of our more popular SUVs - the Volkswagen Atlas and Volkswagen Tiguan - to assist Amherst drivers with their choice.

Design

Volkswagen Tiguan

If you're interested in a small crossover that'll fit in most any Buffalo parking spot, get the new Volkswagen Tiguan. At only 186 inches long, the Tiguan is a breeze to maneuver through small spaces. Its wide grille, strong character lines, and sloped windshield give it a handsome look that'll turn heads wherever you take it.

Inside, the Tiguan seats five in its standard configuration, but an available third row allows seating for seven. People in Tonawanda who bring lots of camping equipment or sports gear on outings will appreciate that the Tiguan has over 73 cubic feet of cargo space with its rear seats folded down.

Volkswagen Atlas

If you need a roomier, smoother riding SUV, consider the new Volkswagen Atlas. Williamsville drivers will like its refreshed exterior, which features a broader grille, a revised bumper, and sculpted LED headlights that'll draw lots of compliments.

Unlike the Tiguan, the Volkswagen Atlas comes standard with three rows of seats that have ample room to stretch out and relax. People in Niagara Falls, NY will enjoy easy access to the back row of the Atlas because its second-row seats slide back and forth. The Atlas has one of the largest cargo holds of any midsize SUV, with more than 96 cubic feet of space with its back seats down.

Safety

Volkswagen Tiguan

You'll rest assured about your safety in the new Volkswagen Tiguan, which earned a five-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It comes standard with a plethora of active safety features, including a rearview camera, blind spot monitoring, and forward collision warning.

Volkswagen Atlas

The Volkswagen Atlas is just as safe as the Tiguan. Amherst drivers will have confidence knowing that it received the highest rating of Good in all six crash tests by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Some of its standard driver assistance features include rear cross traffic alert, a post-collision braking system, and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection.

Technology

Volkswagen Tiguan

The Volkswagen Tiguan is loaded with standard tech features that are easy to operate. Its touch screen responds quickly to inputs, and the center stack controls are well-placed. People in Tonawanda will appreciate that smartphone integration with Apple Carplay and Android Auto come standard in the new Tiguan. It also comes with Wi-Fi capability through Volkswagen's Car-Net system.

Volkswagen Atlas

The Volkswagen Atlas comes with most all the same features as the Tiguan, except the Car-Net system. Williamsville drivers will like its available Digital Cockpit system, which can be customized to display as little or as much information as they want.

Performance

Volkswagen Tiguan

You'll have a relaxed ride in the Volkswagen Tiguan thanks to its well-built suspension. It also gets good fuel economy - at 22 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway.

Volkswagen Atlas

Buffalo drivers will love the coddling ride they get with the Volkswagen Atlas's four-wheel independent suspension. It remains stable and composed around turns. When properly equipped, the Atlas can tow up to 5,000 pounds.

Trim Levels

Volkswagen Tiguan

The Volkswagen Tiguan comes in five trim levels, including S, SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL, and SEL Premium R-Line.

Volkswagen Atlas

The Volkswagen Atlas is available in five trims as well, including S, SE, SE with Technology, SEL, and SEL Premium.

Test Drive Both the Tiguan and Atlas at Northtown Volkswagen

Both the Volkswagen Tiguan and Volkswagen Atlas deliver comfortable rides and plenty of features. The main difference is size. People in Niagara Falls, NY who want more passenger and cargo space will want the Atlas, while others who want an SUV that's easier to park and navigate will likely prefer the Tiguan. Northtown Volkswagen has both models in stock. Come see us to compare them up close for yourself.