There are no significant changes to the 2020 QX60
Pros Quiet, comfortable cabin makes for a soothing ride Offers easy access to third-row seats Smooth transmission operation adds to the luxurious feel Plush ride quality makes long trips enjoyable
Cons Not as sporty as some other large luxury SUVs Desirable features are all extra and bundled into packages Off-road capability isn't part of its formula Third-row legroom is tight for adults
The 2020 Infiniti QX60 blends sleek style and standard safety tech for a strong family-oriented offering.
Pros Sleek looks Standard automatic emergency braking Comfortable, quiet ride Optional active safety features
Cons Small third row Dated interior design Lackluster handling Sub-par cargo space
There are no significant changes this year.Standard comfort items include simulated-leather upholstery, heated front seats, push-button start, tri-zone automatic climate control, and a multimedia system with an 8-inch screen. Built-in navigation is optional, as is leather, ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, a heated steering wheel, a Bose stereo and a 360-degree camera system.
Pros Cabin design and materials quality Sliding and reclining second row Easy access to third row Multimedia system response
Cons Continuously variable transmission behavior Rough ride No second-row captain’s chairs No Android Auto or Apple CarPlay
The 2021 VW Atlas is a competent family hauler that assimilates into the daily routine without fuss.
Pros Plenty of space Good warranty Good tech Relative value among competitors Solid powertrains
Cons A little boring Base touchscreen is on the small side Not fuel-efficient Cross Sport gets lost
VW refreshes the 2021 Atlas by adding updated front and rear ends that increase its overall length by almost three inches. Its face is graced by a more attractive three-bar grille and revised headlights, which now feature standard LED elements that continue out back. Models with the R-Line option also get new looks courtesy of its special badging, body kit, and 20- or 21-inch rims. Inside, there's a new steering wheel, updated stitching on the seats, an 8.0-inch touchscreen on most models, and the latest iteration of the company's Car-Net smartphone app. The four-cylinder Atlas is now available with all-wheel drive for the first time.
Pros No shortage of cargo or passenger space, reassuring driving manners, hard-to-beat value.
Cons Uninspired interior aesthetic, less fuel efficient than advertised, rides rough on broken surfaces.
The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.Restyled front and rear bodywork.Upgraded interior appointments.
Pros Spacious interior offers ample room for passengers in all three rows Great compromise between precise handling and everyday comfort Straightforward, easy-to-use cabin design
Cons Lackluster acceleration, even with the optional V6 Fuel economy lags that of most competitors