The New 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is Sure to Impress

The midsize Atlas Cross Sport is a popular SUV option among owners who appreciate modern styling. The spacious interior has two rows of seating with plenty of head and legroom for all. Five trim levels provide new owners with the chance to select a Cross Sport that best suits their desires and needs around St. Petersburg, FL. 

Performance

The standard 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport models in our inventory near Tampa have a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 238 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. But, consumers desiring more power might opt for a model featuring a 3.6-liter V6 engine that produces 276 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque. Either option includes an automatic eight-speed transmission. FWD is standard but AWD is an option. 

Interior

The base Atlas Cross Sport S models available near Clearwater have fabric interiors. The infotainment systems come with a 6.5-inch touchscreen. The system integrates with smartphones. Two USB ports in the front row charge devices as needed. The rear cargo area provides 40.3 cubic feet of space. Folding the rear seats ups the space to 77.8 cubic feet.

The SE trim level enlarges the touchscreen to eight inches and adds wireless smartphone integration plus three more USB ports. The SEL level adds navigation ability to the infotainment system. Drivers also get a 10.3-inch digital instrument display. The SEL Premium level adds a premium 12-speaker stereo system.

All of the Atlas Cross Sport technological features are compatible with Volkswagen's Car-Net app, which enables owners to monitor the vehicle remotely. Various vehicle functions may also be initiated or terminated remotely.

Safety

All Atlas Cross Sport models at our dealership in St. Petersburg come with automatic emergency braking, forward collision warnings and rear cross-traffic alerts. The SE level adds adaptive cruise control in addition to front and rear parking sensors. The SEL models add automatic high-beam headlights and lane-keeping assistance. SEL Premium models gain a 360-degree view camera system.