When it comes to three-row midsize SUVs, the Volkswagen Atlas and Honda Pilot are two of the most popular options on the market. Both offer a winning combination of space, comfort, performance and technology that appeals to a wide range of SUV shoppers in the Conroe area. But which one should you choose?
Cabin Space
Families in Spring will appreciate that the Volkswagen Atlas provides more passenger and cargo room than the Honda Pilot, with one of the most spacious interiors in its class. Even with all three rows in use, the Volkswagen Atlas still offers plenty of space for everyone to stretch out on long road trips up to Huntsville. And when you need maximum cargo capacity, the second and third rows of the Volkswagen Atlas fold completely flat to provide a cavernous 96.8 cubic feet of storage - significantly more than the 83.9 cubic feet offered in the Honda Pilot.
Unrivaled Performance
The Volkswagen Atlas offers two impressive engine options that give it an edge over the Honda Pilot in terms of performance. The base 2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder packs a surprising punch with 238 horsepower, while the available 3.6-liter V6 ups the ante to a stout 276 horsepower. Both engines are paired with a smooth-shifting 8-speed automatic transmission and 4Motion all-wheel drive for confidence in any road conditions around Willis.
In contrast, the sole engine in the Honda Pilot is a 3.5-liter V6 that puts out 280 horsepower - barely more than the Volkswagen Atlas V6. The 9-speed automatic system offered in the Honda Pilot has also been criticized for clunky shifting compared to the seamless 8-speed in the Volkswagen Atlas. And while the towing capacity in the Volkswagen Atlas tops out at a robust 5,000 pounds when properly equipped, the Honda Pilot can only manage 3,500 lbs.
Interior Oasis
Slip inside the cabin of the Volkswagen Atlas and you'll find a spacious, refined interior with premium materials and a sharp, modern design. Up front, available heated and ventilated seats provide year-round comfort, while the expansive panoramic sunroof bathes the interior in natural light. The second row can be optioned with captain's chairs for an even more luxurious experience as you cruise through Montgomery County.
The interior of the Honda Pilot, while nice, looks and feels a step behind the Volkswagen Atlas with its more conservative design and lower-grade materials. The Honda Pilot also lacks some of the Atlas' available comfort features, such as ventilated front seats and heated rear seats. And the superior noise insulation and sound-dampening make the Volkswagen Atlas noticeably quieter inside than the Honda Pilot.
Cutting-Edge Technology at Your Fingertips
The Volkswagen Atlas also outshines the Honda Pilot when it comes to in-vehicle tech. Every Atlas comes standard with a sleek 6.5-inch glass-covered touchscreen, while upper trims feature a huge 8-inch display with navigation, along with the astonishing 12.3-inch Volkswagen Digital Cockpit. This fully-digital instrument cluster offers crisp, 3D-rendered visuals and four different personalized views that put all the driving information you need front and center.
While the Honda Pilot also offers an 8-inch touchscreen on most trims, it can't match the visual punch and customization of Volkswagen’s Digital Cockpit. The Volkswagen Atlas also offers superior smartphone integration, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on most trims, while the Honda Pilot doesn't provide a wireless connection option for either interface.
Confidence Comes Standard
In terms of safety, both the Volkswagen Atlas and Honda Pilot perform well in crash tests and offer a full complement of airbags and electronic stability control. However, the Volkswagen Atlas provides a more comprehensive suite of driver assistance technology as standard equipment. Every Volkswagen Atlas comes with forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, and more. The Pilot charges extra for most of those features.
The Winning Choice is Clear
While the Honda Pilot is a solid choice in the midsize SUV segment, the Volkswagen Atlas simply offers more - more space, more performance, more technology and more value. Its rare combination of German engineering and American-sized interior space is a winning formula that's tough to beat. That's why more and more SUV shoppers across the Conroe area are choosing the Atlas as their ideal family vehicle. There’s no better place to experience everything the Atlas has to offer than DeMontrond Volkswagen of Conroe. We'll be happy to set you up with a test drive and help you find the perfect Volkswagen Atlas model for your needs and budget.
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