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2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a compact SUV, rated at 23 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.

2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
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Combined MPG
23
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$37,000
Recalls
4

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelAtlas Cross Sport
Model year2025
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG20
Highway MPG26
Combined MPG23
CO₂ tailpipe392 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2700

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Atlas22 MPG combined
Atlas Cross Sport23 MPG combined
Atlas Cross Sport 4motion21 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City20 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined23 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Atlas Cross Sport23 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 29% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$652/mo
Amount financed
$33,300
Total interest
$5,793
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5-year fuel cost
$8,739

$1,748/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG23
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (4)

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION25V081000 · 2025-02-12

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The transmission may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a loss of drive power.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38CX.

  • ENGINE25V100000 · 2025-02-17

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine cover may have been improperly installed after vehicle service, allowing it to come loose and contact hot engine surfaces.

    Remedy: Dealers will remove the engine cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10X5.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V334000 · 2025-05-21

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to become distorted when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Remedy: Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91SB.

  • SERVICE BRAKES25V434000 · 2025-06-30

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport and 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles. Certain bolts on the chassis, brake system and/or suspension (such as bolts for certain cross member, engine mount, control arm, subframe, rear brake carrier, etc.) of affected vehicles may not have been correctly tightened during the manufacturing process.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42HX.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport?

The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is EPA-rated at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 26 highway).

Is the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport reliable?

NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport?

The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport costs roughly $1,748 per year to fuel, or about $8,739 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport?

The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC