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Volkswagen Debuts 2027 Atlas at New York Show With Premium Cabin and 282-HP Turbo

The redesign signals a push to woo U.S. families through a richer cabin plus new safety tech, with a hybrid due later in a mid-cycle refresh.

The gear shifter location has moved to the steering column which frees up space in the centre console.
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Overview

  • Volkswagen revealed the second-generation 2027 Atlas on Tuesday at the New York International Auto Show with an all-new exterior and interior for the U.S. market.
  • The updated 2.0-liter EA888 evo5 turbo makes 282 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, up 13 hp but down 15 lb-ft versus the old model, and towing stays at 5,000 pounds.
  • The Atlas moves to VW’s MQB Evo platform and will be built in Chattanooga, Tennessee, aligning design and production with U.S. buyer needs.
  • Inside, buyers get real-wood trim, 12.9- or 15-inch touchscreens, a column-mounted shifter, seven USB-C ports, dual Qi2 wireless phone chargers and expanded ambient lighting options.
  • VW’s IQ.DRIVE adds driver-initiated lane changes and an emergency feature that can pull the SUV to the roadside, and sales start this fall with pricing to be announced and a hybrid planned for a later refresh.