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2023 Volkswagen Atlas
Road Test Results
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Usability
Highs
- Huge interior
- Roomy third-row seat
- Smooth powertrain
- Easy to use controls
Lows
- Outright acceleration trails main competitors
Best Version to Get
Opting for the SE model with the Technology package gets buyers a panoramic sunroof as well as most of the desirable features and still land in the mid-$30,000 range. Buyers can choose between the 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder and a V6 and front- or all-wheel drive.
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