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The 2027 Volkswagen Atlas produces 282 hp from an all-new turbocharged engine, representing the highest output offered in an Atlas. That is a 13 hp increase over the 2026 model, paired with improved EPA-estimated fuel economy of 25 mpg combined on FWD models. This page covers every change, all four trims, and where to find Atlas inventory near Glendale, WI.
The 2027 Atlas is a full second-generation redesign. Volkswagen replaces the outgoing powertrain with the EA888 Evo5 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, adding 13 hp and improving highway fuel economy by up to 2 mpg over the 2026 model. 2027 Atlas EPA fuel economy announcement
Beyond the powertrain, the changes extend throughout the vehicle:
New sheet metal gives the Atlas a taller, more upright stance. LED headlights with available dual LED light bars and illuminated Volkswagen logos are new, along with animated LED taillights. Three new exterior colors join the lineup: Blackberry, Sacramento Green, and Sandstone. Garnet Red is available exclusively on the SEL Premium R-Line.
A dashboard loop brings the cockpit together in one cohesive design. Real wood décor is now standard on all trims. Moving the gear selector to the steering column creates additional center-console space for two side-by-side Qi2 wireless phone chargers. Seven USB-C charging ports are distributed throughout the cabin.
Every 2027 Atlas comes standard with a 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro instrument cluster. The SE receives a 12.9-inch central infotainment touchscreen. The SE with Technology and all higher trims add a 15-inch touchscreen.
A new front-center airbag brings the total airbag count to seven. Travel Assist now supports driver-initiated lane changes. Emergency Assist adds the ability to help guide the vehicle toward the roadside if a medical emergency is detected.
Features that previously required higher trims or option packages are now standard across the lineup. These include a power liftgate with Easy Open and Close, rear-window sunshades, front and rear Park Distance Control, dual wireless charging, and heated and ventilated front seats.
The 2027 Atlas is offered in four trims. Every trim uses the same EA888 Evo5 engine and eight-speed automatic transmission.
The SE begins the lineup with a comprehensive selection of standard comfort, technology, and convenience features. Equipment includes 18-inch machined aluminum-alloy wheels, LED headlights with Adaptive Front-lighting System, a power liftgate, real wood décor, 10-color ambient lighting, a 12.9-inch infotainment display, three-zone automatic climate control, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, rear sunshades, dual Qi2 wireless charging, and front and rear Park Distance Control. KESSY® keyless access covers the front doors and tailgate. Leatherette seating surfaces and a 12-way power-adjustable driver’s seat are standard. 4MOTION® all-wheel drive is available.
The SE with Technology adds a 15-inch infotainment touchscreen, KESSY® keyless access on all five doors, remote start, a HomeLink rearview mirror with compass, additional exterior details, and a factory-installed trailer hitch supporting a towing capacity of up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped.
The SEL R-Line comes standard with 4MOTION all-wheel drive and introduces R-Line styling to the 2027 Atlas lineup. Features include full projector LED headlights, a panoramic sunroof, 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, illuminated door handles and Volkswagen logos, a 15-inch infotainment display, Varenna leather seating, a head-up display, heated and ventilated second-row outboard seats, 30-color ambient lighting with perforated backlit door panels, and Discover Media navigation. The driver’s seat adds memory and thigh support.
The most comprehensively equipped trim adds 21-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, Nappa leather with unique patterned stitching, massaging front seats, a 14-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system, a 360-degree Area View Camera, Park Assist Plus, Volkswagen logo puddle lights, and power-folding side mirrors. Garnet Red is available exclusively on this trim. Second-row captain’s chairs are available on the SEL R-Line and SEL Premium R-Line.
Every 2027 Atlas is powered by the EA888 Evo5 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine, producing 282 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission with steering-column-mounted Tiptronic® paddle shifters as standard equipment.
FWD models return EPA-estimated ratings of 22 mpg city, 29 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined. EPA fuel economy data
Models with 4MOTION® all-wheel drive are rated at 20 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined. AWD is available on the SE and SE with Technology and standard on the SEL R-Line and SEL Premium R-Line. Actual mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including driving habits and vehicle condition.
Towing capacity reaches 5,000 lbs on SE with Technology and higher trims when properly equipped with the factory-installed trailer hitch. Actual towing capacity depends on vehicle configuration, equipment, cargo, passengers, and other factors.
A hybrid variant is planned for the Atlas midcycle refresh, however, it is not available on the 2027 Atlas at launch.
The 2027 Atlas seats up to seven passengers across three rows. The second-generation interior is designed around a unified dashboard loop that visually widens the cabin. Real wood décor is standard on every trim, adding warmth and refinement to the updated interior.
The gear selector moves to the steering column on all 2027 Atlas models. This change creates center-console space for two side-by-side Qi2 15W wireless phone chargers, rounded cupholders, and the new Driver Experience Dial. Three-zone Climatronic® automatic climate control is standard across the lineup, along with B-pillar air vents designed to improve rear-seat airflow.
Heated and ventilated front seats are standard on all trims. The 12-way power-adjustable driver’s seat includes four-way lumbar support. The second row uses a 60/40 split bench that slides and folds flat. The third row has a 50/50 split-folding configuration. Dual hatch lights and a 12-volt outlet are included in the luggage compartment.
Ambient lighting is available in 10 colors on the SE. The SEL R-Line and SEL Premium R-Line expand that selection to 30 colors and add an organic spiral pattern across the dashboard that transitions into perforated backlit door panels in the first and second rows. Rear-window sunshades are standard across the lineup.
A 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro configurable instrument cluster is standard on every 2027 Atlas. The SE pairs it with a 12.9-inch central infotainment touchscreen. The SE with Technology and higher trims receive a 15-inch touchscreen.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto through App-Connect® are standard. Natural voice control is also standard. Premium Speech with a generative AI voice assistant is included through a one-year trial of the myVW+ In-Vehicle Premium plan. The plan also includes Premium Navigation with real-time traffic information, Premium Radio with access to more than 30,000 stations and more than one million podcasts, a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to four devices, AirConsole in-vehicle gaming while the vehicle is parked, and myQ Connected Garage integration. A paid subscription is required after the trial period.
A nine-speaker audio system is standard. The SEL Premium R-Line adds a 14-speaker Harman Kardon system with a center speaker and subwoofer. SiriusXM Satellite Radio and HD Radio are included across the lineup. Seven USB-C ports are distributed throughout the cabin.
The Driver Experience Dial on the center console controls volume, drive modes, and Atmospheres. Atmospheres combines ambient lighting and audio settings to create up to five preset or custom cabin environments.
A head-up display is standard on the SEL R-Line and SEL Premium R-Line. The 360-degree Area View Camera and Park Assist Plus are exclusive to the SEL Premium R-Line.
Every 2027 Atlas includes IQ.DRIVE® driver assistance technology as standard equipment. Features include:
The front-center airbag is a notable safety addition for 2027. It is designed to deploy between the driver and front passenger to help reduce occupant-to-occupant contact in certain collisions. NHTSA vehicle safety information
Park Assist Plus is available on the SEL Premium R-Line and can provide steering assistance during supported parking maneuvers. The driver remains responsible for monitoring the surroundings, controlling the vehicle as directed, and preventing a collision.
Driver assistance features are not substitutes for attentive driving. See the owner’s manual for important limitations and additional information.
The 2026 Atlas established a capable and practical foundation for three-row family travel. The redesigned 2027 model builds on that foundation with an updated powertrain, a more refined interior, larger available displays, and additional standard technology.
Buyers who want a three-row SUV with premium interior appointments will find significant updates throughout the second-generation cabin. Real wood décor, standard ventilated front seats, larger infotainment displays, and the new dashboard loop give the Atlas a more sophisticated interior environment.
Buyers who tow can access a 5,000 lb capacity on properly equipped SE with Technology and higher trims. The factory-installed trailer hitch makes this capability available across more of the lineup.
Families in Glendale and surrounding communities who currently drive an Atlas and are considering a trade will find the updated powertrain and improved fuel economy among the most notable reasons to consider the 2027 model. The EA888 Evo5 produces 13 more horsepower and offers EPA estimates up to 2 mpg higher on the highway than the outgoing engine.
The 2027 Atlas does not offer a hybrid powertrain at launch. Volkswagen has announced plans for a hybrid variant as part of the model’s midcycle refresh, but the manufacturer has not yet released timing details.
The 2027 Atlas is scheduled to arrive at Volkswagen dealerships in fall 2026. Volkswagen of Milwaukee North in Glendale, Wisconsin, serves families across the greater Milwaukee area looking for a three-row SUV with premium interior appointments, 282 hp, and a comprehensive selection of standard driver assistance features. Check current inventory, value your trade, or schedule a test drive to see whether the redesigned Atlas is right for your family.
The 2027 Atlas is a full second-generation redesign with a new EA888 Evo5 engine producing 282 hp, a redesigned interior with real wood décor standard on all trims, a new front-center airbag, larger infotainment touchscreens, dual Qi2 wireless charging, and expanded IQ.DRIVE® driver assistance technology. Travel Assist adds driver-initiated lane changes, while Emergency Assist adds roadside-guidance capability.
The 2027 Atlas produces 282 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque from its 2.0-liter EA888 Evo5 turbocharged inline-four engine. That is 13 hp more than the outgoing 2026 Atlas and represents the highest output offered in an Atlas.
FWD models are EPA-estimated at 22 mpg city, 29 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined. Models with 4MOTION® all-wheel drive are rated at 20 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined. These estimates represent improvements of up to 2 mpg on the highway over the 2026 model. Actual mileage will vary and depends on several factors, including driving habits and vehicle condition.
The 2027 Atlas is available as the SE, SE with Technology, SEL R-Line, and SEL Premium R-Line. The SE and SE with Technology are offered with FWD or 4MOTION® all-wheel drive. The SEL R-Line and SEL Premium R-Line come standard with 4MOTION all-wheel drive.
The 2027 Atlas can tow up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped with the factory-installed trailer hitch, which is included on SE with Technology and higher trims. A compatible third-party trailer brake controller is required for towing at maximum capacity. Actual towing capacity depends on vehicle configuration, equipment, cargo, passengers, and other factors.
No. At launch, the 2027 Atlas is powered exclusively by the 2.0-liter EA888 Evo5 turbocharged gasoline engine. Volkswagen has announced plans for a hybrid variant as part of the midcycle refresh, but the manufacturer has not yet released a launch date.
Standard features include Forward Collision Warning with pedestrian and bicyclist detection, Automatic Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, lane-centering assistance, blind-zone steering intervention, Rear Traffic Alert, Travel Assist with driver-initiated lane changes, Emergency Assist, Light Assist automatic high beams, front and rear Park Distance Control, and seven airbags, including a new front-center airbag. Driver assistance features are not substitutes for attentive driving.
Yes. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto through App-Connect® are standard on all 2027 Atlas trims. No wired connection is required.
