2021 Volkswagen Atlas vs Audi Q7
If you’ve already started your shortlist of vehicles you’d like to own when shopping for a full-size SUV, then you’ll want to add the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas and the Audi Q7. Both vehicles offer impressive fuel economy, engine options, and spaciousness, but for your drives in Avon, Indianapolis, or Plainfield, Indiana, only one of these models will perfectly fit your needs.
For your comparison purposes, we’ve put these two vehicles head to head, so that you can see if the VW Atlas or the Audi Q7 is the car for you. Through this handy guide, you’ll be able to take a closer look to find out which of these models has the attributes that matter most. At Andy Mohr Volkswagen, we look forward to helping you find the right vehicle for your needs.
VW Atlas vs Audi Q7: Quick Facts
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VW Atlas |
Audi Q7 |
Engines |
2.0L turbo inline-4/3.6L V6 |
2.0L TFSI® 4-cylinder/3.0L TFSI® V6/4.0L V8 |
Fuel Economy |
21 city/24 highway MPG1 |
19 city/23 highway MPG |
Vehicle Size |
200.7 in. L x 78.4 in. W x 70.1 in. H |
199.3 in. L x 77.6 in. W x 68.5 in. H |
Fuel Economy Goes a Long Way
Both the VW Atlas and the Audi Q7 offer drivers different engine choices. VW Atlas drivers will have access to a standard 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine or upgrade to a 3.6L V6 engine. The Q7 offers a 2.0L TFSI® 4-cylinder, a 3.0L TFSI® V6, or a 4.0L Twin Turbo V8. Both engine choices offer the power you’ll need to get to where you’re going.
However, even with more engine options on the Q7, not all of these options are created equally—you’ll find better fuel economy on the VW Atlas. The VW Atlas offers an EPA-estimated 21 city and 24 highway MPG, while the Audi Q7 offers up to an EPA-estimated 19 city and 23 highway MPG.1 With the VW Atlas, you can stay on the road a little longer and spend less time at the gas station.
The Space for You and Yours
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VW Atlas |
Audi Q7 |
Maximum Cargo Space |
98.6 cu. ft. |
69.6 cu. ft. |
Front Headroom |
41.3 in. |
39.9 in. |
Front Legroom |
41.7 in. |
41.7 in. |
Part of the allure of driving a full-size SUV is having more than enough room—you need room for your friends, your family, and all of your stuff.
With the VW Atlas, you won’t have any problem stowing all your things with the 98.6 cubic feet of cargo space when the second and third rows are folded. In the Audi Q7, there’s 69.6 cubic feet of space with the seats folded, paling in comparison. Stow more and go with the Volkswagen Atlas.
Having enough room for your friends means giving them the space they need to get comfortable. In the front seat of the VW Atlas, both driver and passenger have 41.3 inches of headroom and 41.7 inches of legroom. Meanwhile, in the Q7, you’ll have 39.9 inches of front headroom and 41.7 inches of front legroom.
The trend of having more space continues in the VW Atlas, too, as both the second and third rows offer overall more space than the Audi model.
Count on Safety and Technology Features
These days, safety and technology go hand in hand. Both the VW Atlas and Audi Q7 offer Blind Spot Monitoring to keep you safe on the roads. However, there’s more safety technology with the VW Atlas, with impressive driver-assistive technologies, like:
- Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Rear Traffic Alert
- Pedestrian Monitoring
- Dynamic Road Sign Display
- Adaptive Cruise Control
These sophisticated technologies can help you avoid collisions and follow the rules of the road. While the Q7 offers several safety systems, the technology doesn’t equal that of the standard collision protection offered by the Volkswagen Atlas.
Test Drive Your VW Atlas Today
When you’re ready to start shopping for your next SUV in person, join us from the Avon, Indianapolis, or Plainfield, IN, areas to find out what the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas has to offer in real life.
At Andy Mohr Volkswagen, we want to help you find your dream vehicle, so come test drive the VW Atlas today!
121 city/24 highway mpg (2021 Atlas 2.0L, 8-speed automatic transmission). EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depend on several factors, including your driving habits and vehicle condition.
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