Class-Leading Body Size and Robust Design
Premium Interior Features and Enhanced Space Utilization
Advanced Convenience and Safety Features for Large SUVs
AWD System and Trailer Hitch as Standard
Volkswagen Korea officially launched its new large SUV model, the Atlas, in the Korean market on May 26.
The Atlas is a large SUV that Volkswagen first introduced as a strategic model for the U.S. market in 2017. The new Atlas unveiled by Volkswagen Korea is the latest model released in the U.S. market in 2024. It features significant upgrades to its exterior design and interior, as well as the addition of a new engine, making it a fully renewed vehicle.
Till Shear, CEO of Volkswagen Group Korea, stated, "We expect the new Atlas to become a game changer in the Korean large SUV market, thanks to its spacious interior and robust driving performance that suit a variety of lifestyles."
Till Shear, CEO of Volkswagen Group Korea, is taking a commemorative photo at the launch event of the new Atlas on the 26th. Photo by Volkswagen Group Korea
Class-Leading Body Size and Robust Design
The new Atlas maximizes the distinctive volume of a large SUV with its class-leading body size and Volkswagen’s robust exterior design.
The new Atlas is the largest Volkswagen model built on the Volkswagen Group's MQB modular platform. Its overall length is 5,095 mm, making it the longest among large SUVs currently available in the Korean market. The vehicle also boasts a width of 1,990 mm and a height of 1,780 mm.
The Atlas comes standard with the motorsport-inspired "R-Line" design package. The front features LED headlamps and wraparound-style LED daytime running lights (DRLs) that encompass the radiator grille. At the rear, a connected LED rear combination lamp enhances the sense of unity.
Premium Interior Features and Enhanced Space Utilization
The new Atlas offers a luxurious interior and generous space.
The driver’s seat comes standard with a 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro and a windshield-type head-up display. The steering wheel, featuring the "R" logo, and the electronic gear selector are also standard, providing improved operability and a stylish interior atmosphere. Premium "Vienna leather seats" with a quilted pattern further enhance the sense of luxury and come standard.
The new Atlas offers two seat configurations: a 7-seater with a 2+3+2 layout and a 6-seater with a 2+2+2 layout. The 7-seater model features a second-row bench seat with 60:40 folding, increasing space flexibility. The 6-seater model’s second-row captain seats maximize comfort for second-row passengers.
The third-row seats, which support 50:50 folding, provide ample legroom and easy entry and exit. With this configuration, the interior space is sufficient to comfortably accommodate up to six or seven adults.
The trunk capacity of the new Atlas is class-leading, with 583 liters as standard, 1,572 liters with the third row folded, and up to 2,735 liters with the second row folded. Notably, the "flat folding" feature provides a flat floor when all seats are folded, making it ideal for various outdoor leisure activities such as camping, surfing, and fishing.
Advanced Convenience and Safety Features for Large SUVs
The new Atlas comes equipped with Volkswagen’s most advanced convenience and safety features as standard.
A large 12-inch infotainment system allows intuitive control of the vehicle’s main functions and systems, and supports wireless App-Connect and voice control. The Area View function, which assists with safe and convenient parking even in tight spaces, is also standard.
The "Harman Kardon® Premium Sound System," which includes a center speaker and subwoofer, is also standard equipment.
Additionally, the new Atlas features a remote start function that allows the engine to be started and the vehicle’s heating or cooling system to be activated before boarding, so drivers can prepare for departure in advance.
Furthermore, Volkswagen’s latest "IQ.Drive" system is included, offering a comprehensive suite of advanced driving assistance features. These include "Adaptive Cruise Control" with stop-and-go functionality, "Travel Assist" for reduced fatigue on long journeys by assisting with acceleration, braking, and steering, "Blind Spot Monitoring," "Rear Traffic Alert," and Exit Warning systems.
AWD System and Trailer Hitch as Standard
The new Atlas is equipped with a powerful gasoline engine and an electronic AWD system.
The "EA888evo4" 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder gasoline turbo TSI engine delivers a maximum output of 273 horsepower (PS) and a peak torque of 37.7 kg·m. The advanced electronically controlled 4MOTION AWD system ensures stable power delivery under various road conditions. The official combined fuel efficiency for Korea is 8.5 km/l (7.6 km/l in the city, 10.1 km/l on the highway).
To facilitate a variety of outdoor and leisure activities, the new Atlas comes standard with a trailer hitch mounted on the lower body. This allows for towing trailers, caravans, and more without any structural modifications, with a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds (approximately 2,268 kg).
The new Volkswagen Atlas is offered in a single 2.0 TSI 4MOTION R-Line trim, with two seat configurations. The price is 67,701,000 KRW for the R-Line 7-seater and 68,486,000 KRW for the R-Line 6-seater.
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