The 2019 VW Atlas prioritizes space above pace, which makes it a must-see for families.
Pros Exceptionally spacious Comfortable ride quality Slide-forward second row Decent value Excellent warranty
Cons Neither fast nor frugal Low-buck interior trim No AWD with turbo-4 Ungainly styling
The 2019 Volkswagen Atlas ranked #8 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Volkswagen Atlas has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 27 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Three rows of spacious seats Lots of cargo space Intuitive infotainment system Drives like a smaller vehicle
Cons Sluggish acceleration Some cheap cabin materials
Volkswagen has made few changes to the Atlas for its sophomore year and mostly it's just a shuffling of standard equipment. Automated emergency braking, forward-collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, and heated exterior mirrors are all now standard across the lineup. The mid-range SE model receives three-zone automatic climate control as standard this year and the top-spec SEL trim now comes standard with a digital gauge display, LED taillights, navigation, and a heated steering wheel.
Pros Expansive cabin, lively handling and velvety ride, cutting-edge infotainment.
Cons Unimpressive acceleration and fuel economy, functional but uninspired interior.
The 2019 Volkswagen Atlas SUV comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.Two new trim levels debut.Expanded availability of features for 2019.
Pros Spacious interior offers ample room for passengers in all three rows Great compromise between precise handling and everyday comfort Straightforward cabin design makes everything easy to use
Cons Not very quick to accelerate, even with the optional V6 Fuel economy lags that of some competitors
The 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe ranked #2 in Large SUVs. Currently the Chevrolet Tahoe has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 27 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Intuitive infotainment features Good V8 engine power History of great predicted reliability Quiet, comfortable ride
Cons Cramped third row Below-average cargo space and high load floor
The 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe carries over unchanged.
Pros Seating for up to nine people Impressive towing capacity from the standard V8 engine Quiet and nicely trimmed cabin Optional 6.2-liter V8 provides additional power and capability
Cons Sluggish engine and brake responses High trunk floor reduces cargo space and makes loading items difficult Maneuvering in tight spaces is a challenge
The 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe carries the torch as one of the most capable SUVs out there.
Pros Excellent V-8s Good infotainment setup Lots of customizability Luxurious interior Traditional SUV upsides
Cons Traditional SUV downsides Diesel or hybrid would be nice Very, very large Oddly high cargo floor Crossover might make more sense