2021 Volkswagen Atlas fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 22 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 21 city / 24 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 18 to 22 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 21 and 24 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $3,050 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlas Automatic (S8) | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 24 | 22 MPG | $3,050 |
| Atlas 4motion Automatic (S8) | 4-cyl 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 24 | 22 MPG | $3,050 |
| Atlas Automatic (S8) | 6-cyl 3.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG | $3,550 |
| Atlas 4motion Automatic (S8) | 6-cyl 3.6L | All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG | $3,700 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $3,050 per year in fuel, versus $3,700 for the least efficient.