Volkswagens new Atlas has been selling very well for the brand, and the large three-row SUV also wins points for being an unapologetically boxy truck, which we like.However, despite the fact it hasnt been on the market very long, the automakers preemptively planning a mild facelift for the thing for 2021, adding more sporty elements to the family-hauler.The front end treatment takes the traditional square styling of the Atlas, and injects it with some cues from the Jetta that is to say, it gets slimmer headlights and a wider, more triangular grille.The rear end remains almost exactly the same, save for the internals of the taillights. The boxy flares are, thankfully, still present, helping retain the Atlas signature look.Currently, the Atlas is powered by either a 2.0-lire turbocharged four-cylinder or a 3.6-liter V-6. The engines make 235 and 276 horsepower, respectively, and are both sent to the wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission.It isnt clear whether or not VW would change, or add any other powerplants for the 2021 model year. The interior is also an unknown at this point, but thats one element were sure will be updated when the time comes. The automaker has said that new electronic driver-assistance features will be added, so well keep an eye out for those.The 2021 Atlas could debut at the 2020 Chicago Auto Show in February, but its also possible that it
Origin: VW proactively preps the Atlas for a 2021 styling update
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VW Canada removing front-wheel-drive options from its Atlas
Volkswagen Canada is taking away the front-wheel-drive option on its Atlas SUVs and fitting the trucks 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder with AWD standard, citing low take rates on the FWD.The soon-to-be-released mid-size 2020 Atlas Cross Sport wont see FWD when it hits dealers here in March 2020, reports Automotive News; and when the full-size Atlas gets refreshed for the 2021 model year in mid-2020, itll drop that drivetrain.That means, for the first time, AWD Atlases can be paired with the 2.0-litre turbo four. Having the (all-wheel drive) with the four-cylinder allows us to offer it at a better price point, VW Canada public relations manager Thomas Tetzlaff told the outlet. The people that were on the fence, now weve given them that
Origin: VW Canada removing front-wheel-drive options from its Atlas
Volkswagen Atlas Basecamp concept channels its inner mountain biker
2019 Volkswagen VW Atlas Basecamp ConceptHandout / Volkswagen What is it? The Volkswagen Atlas Basecamp concept was designed with endurance mountain biking in mind and is the brainchild of Alex Earle, exterior design manager at Volkswagen’s California design centre. It takes the basics of the Atlas and adds utility and convenience of a trailer. The highlight is the on/off-road trailer built by Hive Campers — measuring 1,520 by 2,030 millimetres, the trailer is big enough is enough to accommodate a queen-sized bed. It also has a slide-out kitchen, portable toilet, retractable awning and hot shower. Why does it matter? The start point is the Atlas SEL Premium. The Basecamp concept is finished in Platinum Gray and Black with a matte finish and orange accents. The 276 horsepower, 3.6L V6 with works with an eight-speed transmission and VW’s 4Motion all-wheel drive with Drive Mode Selection. A set of Fifteen52 Traverse MX Concept wheels round out the specs, wrapped in 265/70R17 all-terrain tires. These are expected go into series production at fifteen52 this fall. 2019 Volkswagen VW Atlas Basecamp Concept Handout / Volkswagen When is it coming? The Volkswagen Atlas Basecamp concept is just that — a concept with a trailer. Should you buy it? This is a niche product aimed at a niche clientele. With fewer that five percent of SUV owners ever venturing off-road, the addition of a go-anywhere trailer is the answer to the one question that was never asked.
Origin: Volkswagen Atlas Basecamp concept channels its inner mountain biker
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