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Volkswagen Atlas facelift 2020 2.0 TSI (235 Hp) 4MOTION Automatic
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Volkswagen Atlas:
The Volkswagen Atlas is a mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by the German automaker Volkswagen since 2017. Developed mainly for the North American and Chinese market, the vehicle is based on the Volkswagen Group MQB platform. Outside the US, Canadian, and Chilean markets, the vehicle is marketed as the Volkswagen Teramont. It is positioned above the long-wheelbase Tiguan and below the smaller but more upmarket Touareg.
Marketed as the Atlas in the United States, Canada, Chile, and Israel, the vehicle is known as the Teramont elsewhere, including the rest of the Middle East, Africa, as well as in Mexico, Russia, Colombia and China, where production in Ningbo began in 2017. For markets outside China, the Atlas/Teramont is produced in the Chattanooga plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2020 Overview:
Volkswagen Atlas (facelift 2020). With 350 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). At around 2012 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
2.0 TSI (235 Hp) 4MOTION Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Similar to the FWD 2.0 TSI, offering adequate power, but the 4MOTION system adds confidence in adverse conditions without significantly impacting acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Maintains good fuel efficiency at 10.7 l/100 km combined, making it a balanced choice for all-weather capability and economy.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Massive interior space and cargo volume
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • User-friendly infotainment system
- • Strong safety ratings (NHTSA/IIHS)
- • Available AWD for all-weather capability
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high, especially with V6
- • V6 engine can feel underpowered when fully loaded
- • Interior materials not as premium as some rivals
- • Not as agile as some competitors
- • No hybrid option available
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Atlas: 2017 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Atlas |
| Generation: | facelift 2020 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TSI (235 Hp) 4MOTION Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2020 |
| End of production: | 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 235 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 118.4 Hp/l [61mm more] |
| Torque: | 350 Nm @ 1600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DCGA More details about the engine DCGA |
| Engine displacement: | 1984 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 116.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.7 kg/Nm, 174 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2012 |
| Max. weight: | 2660 |
| Max load: | 648 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2741 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 583 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 907 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70.4 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 17.5° |
| Length: | 5097 mm mm [61mm more] |
| Width: | 1990 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1780 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2980 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Front track: | 1702 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1718 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 203 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.35 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 20.4° |
| Departure angle: | 22.3° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 335x30 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 310x23 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/60 R18; 255/50 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 18; 8J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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