May 9, 2025
2025 VW Atlas Cross Sport

2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Overview

The 2025 VW Atlas Cross Sport is a refined, two-row midsize SUV built for style, space, and everyday versatility. With bold design, a turbocharged engine, and a spacious interior, it’s well-suited for Mid-Michigan drivers facing diverse weather and road conditions. Whether commuting through Bay City or venturing into the northern woods, it offers comfort, confidence, and connectivity.

Exterior Design

The Atlas Cross Sport carries a commanding stance with a sloping roofline that sets it apart from traditional SUVs. It balances ruggedness and modern appeal.

  • Athletic profile with a strong character line
  • LED headlights and taillights
  • Optional blacked-out trim (SEL R-Line Black)
  • Range of wheel sizes from 18 to 21 inches
  • Available exterior colors tailored to both urban and outdoor aesthetics

VW Atlas Cross Sport Performance

All trims of the 2025 Atlas Cross Sport come equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged TSI® engine. Performance is tuned for responsive, smooth handling on everything from city pavement to snow-covered roads.

Engine Specs:

  • 269 horsepower
  • 273 lb-ft of torque
  • 8-speed automatic transmission
  • 4MOTION® all-wheel drive standard on some trim levels for enhanced traction in snow and rain

Driving Benefits:

  • Confident highway merging and passing
  • Balanced ride with responsive steering
  • Suitable for Mid-Michigan winters, especially with AWD-equipped models

Interior and Comfort

The interior is designed for active lifestyles with high-quality materials, intuitive tech, and plenty of cargo space.

Interior Features:

  • Seating for 5 adults with generous rear legroom
  • Up to 77.6 cu. ft. of cargo capacity with rear seats folded down
  • 12-inch infotainment touchscreen (standard across all trims)
  • Heated /ventilated front seats and leatherette or leather upholstery
  • Panoramic sunroof available on SEL and above
  • Ambient interior lighting on select trims

Tech Integration:

  • Wireless charging
  • Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ standard
  • Customizable Digital Cockpit Pro to choose your view

2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Safety Features

Volkswagen’s IQ.DRIVE® driver assistance suite comes standard on all trims for 2025, offering peace of mind across Michigan’s varied driving conditions.

Standard and Available Safety Features:

  • Front Assist (Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Monitoring)
  • Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System)
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Traffic Alert
  • Emergency Assist
  • Park Distance Control, Dynamic Road Sign Display and Overhead View Camera (on some trims)

Learn More About the 2025 VW Atlas Cross Sport in Michigan

Shop for the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport at Thelen Volkswagen in Bay City today and discover your next adventure across Mid-Michigan. Experience German-engineered performance, modern tech, and rugged elegance—built to handle Michigan roads and beyond.