Volkswagen has unveiled the Atlas/Teramont facelift in the United States, including the coupe-shaped Cross Sport version. Let’s see what’s new and exciting.
Both body styles received new bumpers and headlamps connected with a thin LED strip. The radiator grille has grown in size and a spoiler appeared at the rear end. The taillights are linked as well, and the Cross Sport additionally gets a revised rear diffuser for a sportier look. 21-inch wheels and quad exhaust tips are exclusive to the R-Line spec.
Inside, the 12-inch display is now installed in a standalone fashion, and the air vents reside lower than they were. The model name now glows on the dash panel in front of the passenger seat, and the gear selector is a fixed-position joystick. Buyers will appreciate a wider selection of trims, too.
The old 3.6-liter six-cylinder engine rated at 280 PS (276 hp / 206 kW) and 360 Nm (266 lb-ft) of torque in its U.S. spec is a thing of the past now. The SUV only ships with a 2.0-liter turbo engine now, albeit upgraded to 273 PS (269 hp / 201 kW) and 370 Nm (273 lb-ft). Volkswagen argues that losing 7 horsepower is going to be imperceptible for most of the drivers, while the added torque available in a wider range of RPMs is going to be appreciated. Furthermore, the updated four-pot consumes noticeably less gas.
The transmission is eight-speed automatic, and while the drive stays on the front wheels by default, you could opt for the 4Motion AWD.
The sales are scheduled to start in Q3 2023.