Ford Bronco Sport vs Volkswagen Atlas
The Ford Bronco Sport is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Volkswagen Atlas. At EPA assumptions that is about $450 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Bronco Sport | Volkswagen Atlas | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,085 | 777 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 33 and 35 | 16 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 41,000 miles | 12,000 miles |
| Recalls | 16 | 17 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 22 MPG |
| City and highway | 25 and 28 | 21 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $3,050 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,085 complaints for the Ford Bronco Sport and 777 for the Volkswagen Atlas. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Ford Bronco Sport, 5 stars for the Volkswagen Atlas.
Safety recalls on file: 16 for the Ford Bronco Sport, 17 for the Volkswagen Atlas.