2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport AWD vs FWD: is AWD worth it?
SE 4MOTION AWD vs SE FWD
AWD adds $1,900. Costs $159 more a year in fuel.
$2,854more over 6 years
- 21 vs 23 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every AWD and FWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE FWD SE 4MOTION AWD | $38,300 $40,200 | $1,900 | 23 mpg 21 mpg | $1,670 $1,829 | $2,854 | +176 lb |
| SE w/Technology FWD SE 4MOTION w/Technology AWD | $42,720 $44,620 | $1,900 | 23 mpg 21 mpg | $1,670 $1,829 | $2,854 | +176 lb |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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- Sources disagree