Dec 18, 2025
2026 VW Atlas

Safe and Spacious Volkswagen Options

It was recently announced that the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas and 2026 Atlas Cross Sport were each named a TOP SAFETY PICK+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)! To qualify for the TOP SAFETY PICK+ award in 2025, a vehicle must earn a good rating in the Institute’s updated moderate overlap front test and updated side test, as well as a good rating in the small overlap front test. If you are a driver looking for a spacious SUV with impressive safety features, look no further than the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas or Atlas Cross Sport!

2026 Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport Safety Features

Volkswagen’s IQ.DRIVE® advanced driver assistance technology is standard on all 2026 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport models and features hands-on semi-automated capability. The system utilizes front and rear radar, a front camera, and several ultrasound sensors to collect data from the surrounding area, enabling Travel Assist (semi-automated driving assistance); Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian & Cyclist Monitoring); Active Side Assist (Blind Spot Monitor); Rear Traffic Alert; Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Stop and Go; Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System); and Emergency Assist (semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency).

Learn More About the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport at Thelen VW

Whether you’re interested in the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas or the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, choose Thelen VW in Bay City, Michigan. Our staff can assist you in determining which of these models works the best for you and your family!