Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2025 Atlas.
The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas carries forward with an S8 automatic transmission and EPA fuel economy ratings of 20 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined. From a reliability standpoint, the model year has accumulated 36 owner complaints — with the powertrain standing as the most-cited concern — and sits alongside four open recalls, a contained footprint against the nameplate's broader arc. That arc, spanning 2018 through 2026, includes a turbulent peak in 2019 with 464 complaints, against which the 2025's figures appear modest, even as they remain well above the five complaints logged for 2026. For a researcher, the picture is of a model that has clearly stepped back from its early-generation troubles, though the persistent powertrain focus and active recalls indicate Volkswagen has not entirely closed the book on this generation's rough patches.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 200.8 in |
| Overall width | 78 in |
| Overall height | 68.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 117.3 in |
| Curb weight | 4442 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 67.7 / 67.7 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 56/44 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 20 / 26 / 22 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Atlas of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | SEL Premium R-Line 4MOTION 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 7.30 sec | 15.40 sec | 269 hp | AWD |
| 2024 | SEL Premium R-Line 4MOTION 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 7.50 sec | 15.70 sec | 269 hp | AWD |
| 2024 | SEL Premium R-Line 4MOTION 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 7.50 sec | 15.60 sec | 269 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | SEL V6 4MOTION Basecamp 3.6L V6 | 7.80 sec | 16.00 sec | 276 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | SEL V6 4MOTION 3.6L V6 | 7.80 sec | 15.90 sec | 276 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | SEL V6 4MOTION 3.6L V6 | 8.00 sec | 16.10 sec | 276 hp | AWD |
| 2018 | TSI SE 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 7.20 sec | 15.60 sec | 235 hp | FWD |
| 2018 | SE V6 3.6L V6 | 7.30 sec | 15.60 sec | 276 hp | FWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2025 Atlas sits at the low‑point of a clear downward trend: complaints have fallen from a peak of 454 in 2018 to just 36 in 2025, while recalls dropped from 16 that same year to 4, and investigations have been absent since 2024. Technical Service Bulletins also declined sharply, reaching only 180 in 2025 compared with 810 in 2018, indicating fewer manufacturer‑issued fixes. The remaining complaints are concentrated in Power Train (3), Unknown/Other (3), Electrical System/Engine (2) and Electrical System (2), with only one crash‑related complaint and no fire complaints reported. This data suggests the 2025 model benefits from the generation’s overall improvement in reliability and reduced regulatory scrutiny. **Takeaway:** based on the record, 2025 is a strong year to buy a used Atlas.
All 36 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The transmission may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a loss of drive power. Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298…
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine cover may have been improperly installed after vehicle service, allowing it to come loose… Remedy: Dealers will remove the engine cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298…
Showing 5 of 180 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| V0125062079645_3 | 2026-06-22 | Engine | Excess flashing left behind during the intake manifold injection molding process can… |
| TT 10-18-02_2 | 2026-06-18 | Engine | Lubricating engine components before reassembly. |
| TT 13-20-01_3 | 2026-06-18 | Engine | Instruction, how to lubicate engine before initial start. |
| V9026012080911_1 | 2026-06-16 | Unknown Or Other | Reprogramming Peripheral Camara Module -J928-. |
| Customer email_91UB | 2026-06-15 | Unknown Or Other | Your vehicle is currently eligible for the 91UB software update designed to: |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 20 city / 26 highway / 22 combined mpg.