Comparison - Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SEL 2020 - vs - BMW iX Flow 2022

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
41,445
Updated: 
13 Oct 2019
$
49,900
Updated: 
26 Aug 2023
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2024
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
7-speed dual-clutch
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
14.30gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Deep black pearl
#000000
Platinum Gray Metallic
#686C6F
Tourmaline blue metallic
#063956
Aurora Red metallic
#D60118
Pure Gray
#9B9B9B
Pyrite Silver metallic
#9E9E98
Pacific Blue Metallic
#016BA6
Pure White
#FFFFFF
Color: 
Alpine White
#EEEEEE
Black Sapphire Metallic
#0F0F0F
Portimao Blue Metallic
#334578
Storm Bay Metallic
#7D8488
Frozen Pure Grey Metallic
#AAAEB2
Blue Bay Lagoon Metallic
#28636F
Cape York Green Metallic
#808F96
Space Silver Metallic
#CDCFCE

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The Atlas Cross Sport is a stylish mid-size two-row SUV, but it's too similar to its three-row namesake to stand out from the crowd.

Pros
Spunky styling,
tons of available features,
roomy interior.

Cons
Ho-hum driving dynamics,
truncated cargo space,
shorter powertrain warranty than main rivals.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.All-new two-row midsize SUV based on the popular three-row Atlas.Introduces the first generation of the Atlas Cross Sport.

Pros
Spacious interior with straightforward cabin design
Good combination of athletic handling and everyday comfort
Stylish exterior design

Cons
Not very quick to accelerate, even with the optional V6
Lower fuel economy than some competitors

By: 
edmunds.com

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

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Pros
Nicely equipped from the base model up,
cabin is spacious for its class,
refined driving demeanor.

Cons
Vague steering,
all-digital dashboard may not appeal to everyone,
noticeable turbo lag with entry-level turbo four.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
18.00mpg
25.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
23.00mpg
34.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
2.00L
Torque: 
258ft-lbs
at 1 600rpm
295ft-lbs
at 4 500rpm
Horsepower: 
235hp
at 4 500rpm
308hp
at 6 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
multi-function M Sport steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Heated Steering Wheel
Dynamic Cruise Control
Leather steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
195.50in
177.40in
Width: 
78.30in
72.60in
Height: 
67.70in
64.60in
Front Track: 
62.40in
Rear Track: 
62.50in
Wheel Base: 
117.30in
106.00in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
42.10
Rear Head Room: 
39.30
Front Leg Room: 
40.40in
Rear leg room: 
40.40in
37.00in
Front Shoulder Room: 
56.10in
Rear Shoulder room: 
55.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
77.80cu.ft
46.90cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
2000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
40.30cu.ft
25.70cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
3790.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
no
Clock: 
yes
no
Trip computer: 
yes
no
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Hands-Free Entry
Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
Heated Mirrors
Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
Proximity Key For Push Button Start Only
Power Fuel Flap Locking Type
Power front windows with "one-touch" up/down operation
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Bucket front seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Leatherette
8-Way Driver Seat
8-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Fold Flat
Sport Seats
Power front seats including 1-way manual headrests and memory system for driver's seat and exterior mirror positions
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Folding center armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Rear Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Multi-zone Climate Control including micro-filter and automatic air recirculation

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Memory Card Slot
USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
6 Total Speakers
12 speakers
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Compatibility
USB audio connection and hands-free Bluetooth® wireless technology including Audio Streaming
Wireless Device Charging

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Privacy glass
Automatic-dimming interior rear-view mirror and driver's-side exterior mirror
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 X 8.0 In.
19 X 8
Wheels more: 
All Season Tires
Spare Wheel Material
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
245.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R19

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Ventilated discs
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Cornering Lights
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Collision Mitigation-Front
Active Blind Spot Detection
Lane Departure Warning
Frontal Collision Warning w/City Collision Mitigation
Speed Limit Assistant

Options

Packages: 
VW Care
Combination Assistance Kit
Roadside Assistance Kit
Exterior Options: 
Side Steps
Wheel Locks
Accessory Towing Kit
Hood Deflector
Roof Rack
Splash Guards
Interior Options: 
Rubber Mats Kit
Rearview Mirror W/HomeLink
Carpeted Mats
Luggage Net
Privacy Cover

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Titan Black, leatherette
#000000
Dark Beige, leatherette
#D9B382