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The 2027 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport adds 13 hp over its predecessor, producing 282 hp from an all-new EA888 Evo5 turbocharged engine. This full second-generation redesign introduces all-new sheet metal, a reimagined interior, and a larger infotainment display on most trims. This page covers every change, the complete trim lineup, and where to find Atlas Cross Sport inventory near Glendale, WI.
The 2027 Atlas Cross Sport is a ground-up second-generation model. Volkswagen replaces all exterior sheet metal, redesigns the interior architecture, and adds the highest-output engine offered in an Atlas Cross Sport.
The headline powertrain change is the EA888 Evo5 turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, producing 282 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. That represents a 13 hp increase over the outgoing engine. Volkswagen projects improved fuel economy alongside the additional output, supported by a variable-geometry turbocharger.
Interior changes are equally significant. A 12.9-inch infotainment touchscreen is now standard on the SE, while approximately 90 percent of Atlas Cross Sport models, including SE Tech and higher trims, receive a 15-inch display. The cabin adopts a bold-loop cockpit architecture, real wood décor across the lineup, and a new Driver Experience Dial that controls volume, drive modes, and Atmospheres from one rotary control.
Safety and driver assistance technology also receive updates. A new front-center airbag brings the total airbag count to seven. Travel Assist now supports driver-initiated lane changes, while Emergency Assist can help guide the vehicle toward the roadside if a medical emergency is detected.
New standard features across the lineup include rear-window sunshades, front and rear Park Distance Control, dual hatch lights, and a power liftgate with Easy Open and Close. The SE also receives a nine-speaker audio system, expanding the standard audio experience from the entry trim.
Three new exterior colors join the lineup: Dark Sage Metallic, Blackberry Metallic, and Sandstone. Blackberry Metallic is new to the entire Volkswagen lineup for 2027. Upper trims receive new 20- and 21-inch aluminum-alloy wheel designs, while the SE rides on 18-inch wheels.
The 2027 Atlas Cross Sport continues to be assembled at Volkswagen’s Chattanooga, Tennessee, factory alongside the seven-seat Atlas.
The 2027 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is offered in four trims: SE, SE Tech, SEL, and SEL R. Each trim adds its own combination of design, comfort, technology, and convenience features.
The entry trim includes a comprehensive collection of standard equipment. Features include a 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro instrument cluster, a 12.9-inch infotainment touchscreen, a nine-speaker audio system, dual wireless phone chargers, seven USB-C ports, real wood décor, 10-color ambient interior lighting, rear-window sunshades, front and rear Park Distance Control, a power liftgate with Easy Open, leatherette seating, and IQ.DRIVE® driver assistance technology. The SE rides on 18-inch wheels.
The SE Tech adds a 15-inch infotainment touchscreen and new 20- and 21-inch wheel options. It gives buyers access to the larger display without moving to an SEL trim. Illuminated door handles with puddle lamps and available dual light bars with an illuminated Volkswagen emblem are also offered at this level.
The SEL adds Varenna leather seating, 30-color ambient interior lighting with an organic spiral pattern across the dashboard loop, perforated backlit door panels in the first and second rows, and a panoramic sunroof. Enhanced four-way lumbar support, thigh support, and a full-back massage function are included for the driver and front passenger. Predictive Adaptive Cruise Control also arrives on this trim, adjusting speed for curves, roundabouts, exit ramps, and speed bumps when navigation is active.
The most comprehensively equipped trim adds Nappa leather seating, a 14-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system, and Park Assist Plus. The SEL R brings together the most premium design, comfort, and technology features offered in the second-generation Atlas Cross Sport.
All trims are available with FWD or 4MOTION® all-wheel drive.
Every 2027 Atlas Cross Sport is powered by the EA888 Evo5 turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, producing 282 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. Volkswagen describes it as an essentially all-new engine that uses a variable-geometry turbocharger to support efficiency alongside the increased output.
EPA fuel economy estimates for the 2027 Atlas Cross Sport
Power is routed through an eight-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic® manual shifting capability. FWD is standard across the lineup, while Volkswagen 4MOTION® all-wheel drive is available on every trim. The available AWD system is designed to support traction and control as road conditions change, including during Wisconsin winters.
Towing capacity is rated at up to 5,000 lbs when the vehicle is properly equipped with a factory-installed trailer hitch and an appropriate third-party trailer brake controller. Actual towing capacity depends on vehicle configuration, equipment, passengers, cargo, and other factors.
Volkswagen has announced plans for a hybrid variant as part of the Atlas Cross Sport’s midcycle refresh.
The second-generation Atlas Cross Sport introduces a comprehensively redesigned cabin. Volkswagen’s bold-loop architecture brings the dashboard together in one cohesive design, while soft-touch surfaces are used throughout the interior. Real wood décor is standard across the lineup.
The Atlas Cross Sport seats five. A revised 12-way ergonomic driver’s seat with four-way lumbar support is standard on every trim. SEL and SEL R models add thigh support and a full-back massage function for the driver and front passenger, supporting comfort during longer drives.
Three interior color palettes are available: Pebble Grey, black, and medium brown. A black headliner and available olive-green contrast stitching complement the Atlas Cross Sport’s coupe-inspired character. Leatherette is standard on SE and SE Tech, Varenna leather is included on the SEL, and Nappa leather is exclusive to the SEL R.
Volkswagen has not yet released the official 2027 Atlas Cross Sport cargo measurements. Final cargo-volume figures and related dimensions are therefore not currently available. A power liftgate with Easy Open and Close and built-in rear-window sunshades are standard across the lineup.
The 2027 Atlas Cross Sport measures 195.6 inches long. It is 5.4 inches shorter and 2.1 inches lower than the seven-seat Atlas, creating the coupe-inspired stance that defines the Cross Sport’s exterior character.
The 2027 Atlas Cross Sport introduces larger displays and expanded connected services.
The SE receives a 12.9-inch freestanding infotainment touchscreen as standard equipment. SE Tech, SEL, and SEL R models add a 15-inch display. Every trim also includes a 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro configurable instrument cluster. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto through App-Connect® and natural voice control are standard.
The new Driver Experience Dial is mounted in the center console and controls audio volume, drive-mode selection, and Atmospheres from one physical control. Atmospheres coordinates ambient-lighting colors with audio settings, reducing the need to use the touchscreen for frequently adjusted functions.
Connectivity features include two Qi2 wireless charging pads, seven USB-C ports distributed throughout the cabin, a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to four devices through an In-Vehicle Premium subscription, and SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
The myVW+ In-Vehicle Premium plan includes Premium Navigation with real-time traffic information and online points of interest, Premium Speech with a generative AI voice assistant, Premium Radio with access to more than 30,000 stations and more than one million podcasts, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, AirConsole in-vehicle gaming while the vehicle is parked, and myQ Connected Garage access. A one-year trial is included for Premium Speech, after which a paid subscription is required.
A 14-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system is included on the SEL R.
The 2027 Atlas Cross Sport includes IQ.DRIVE® driver assistance technology across the lineup, with several updates over the previous generation.
Standard safety and driver assistance features include:
Predictive Adaptive Cruise Control, which can adjust speed for curves, roundabouts, exit ramps, and speed bumps when navigation is active, is standard on SEL and SEL R models. Park Assist Plus is exclusive to the SEL R.
Volkswagen IQ.DRIVE driver assistance technology overview
Driver assistance features are not substitutes for attentive driving. See the owner’s manual for important limitations and additional information.
The first-generation Atlas Cross Sport has been part of the two-row midsize SUV segment since 2020, with more than 220,000 units sold in the United States. The 2027 model builds on that foundation with a more powerful engine, redesigned interior, larger displays, and additional standard features.
Buyers who prioritize interior materials and technology will find meaningful updates in the second-generation model. These include larger touchscreens, real wood décor across the lineup, generative AI voice functionality through myVW+, seven airbags, and an engine that produces 13 more horsepower. Volkswagen also projects improved fuel economy.
The 2027 Atlas Cross Sport is designed for buyers who prefer a spacious five-seat midsize SUV with an expressive, design-focused character. Its coupe-inspired roofline, lower stance relative to the seven-seat Atlas, available Nappa leather and massaging seats, and distinctive lighting design support that experience.
Buyers who need seating for seven can consider the 2027 Volkswagen Atlas, which remains part of the lineup. The Atlas Cross Sport uses its five-seat layout to provide a sportier silhouette and a shorter overall length.
Shoppers in Glendale and the broader Milwaukee area can browse available Atlas Cross Sport inventory at Volkswagen of Milwaukee North.
The second-generation Atlas Cross Sport is scheduled to arrive in early 2027 with its most significant updates since the model launched. Highlights include the 282 hp EA888 Evo5 engine, an available 15-inch infotainment touchscreen, seven standard airbags, and a completely redesigned interior. Volkswagen of Milwaukee North in Glendale, Wisconsin, serves drivers throughout the Milwaukee area. Check current inventory, explore the available trims, or value your trade ahead of the new model’s arrival.
The 2027 Atlas Cross Sport is a full second-generation redesign with all-new sheet metal, a new 282 hp EA888 Evo5 turbocharged engine, a reimagined interior, a 12.9- or 15-inch infotainment touchscreen depending on trim, seven standard airbags including a new front-center airbag, and a standard power liftgate with Easy Open across the lineup.
The 2027 Atlas Cross Sport produces 282 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque from an all-new 2.0-liter EA888 Evo5 turbocharged four-cylinder engine. That is a 13 hp increase over the outgoing model.
The 2027 Atlas Cross Sport is offered in four trims: SE, SE Tech, SEL, and SEL R. All trims are available with FWD or 4MOTION® all-wheel drive. Leatherette is standard on SE and SE Tech, Varenna leather is included on the SEL, and Nappa leather is exclusive to the SEL R.
Yes. 4MOTION® all-wheel drive is available on every 2027 Atlas Cross Sport trim, from the SE through the SEL R. FWD is standard.
The 2027 Atlas Cross Sport seats five. Buyers who need a third row can consider the 2027 Volkswagen Atlas, which seats seven.
The 2027 Atlas Cross Sport is rated to tow up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped with a factory-installed trailer hitch and an appropriate third-party trailer brake controller. Actual towing capacity depends on vehicle configuration, equipment, passengers, cargo, and other factors.
Not at launch. Volkswagen has announced plans for a hybrid variant as part of the model’s midcycle refresh. The manufacturer has not yet released an exact launch date or final powertrain details.
The SE receives a 12.9-inch infotainment touchscreen. SE Tech, SEL, and SEL R trims add a 15-inch display. Every trim includes a 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro instrument cluster.
The 2027 Atlas Cross Sport is assembled at Volkswagen’s factory in Chattanooga, Tennessee, alongside the seven-seat Atlas.
Volkswagen of Milwaukee North in Glendale, Wisconsin, carries Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport inventory. Use the inventory link on this page to check current availability or schedule a test drive.
