2026 Volkswagen Atlas AWD vs FWD: is AWD worth it?
SE 4MOTION AWD vs SE FWD
AWD adds $1,900. Costs $76 more a year in fuel.
$2,355more over 6 years
- 22 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 | $39,310 $41,210 | $1,900 | 23 mpg 22 mpg | $1,670 $1,745 | $2,355 | 0 lb |
| Cross Sport SE FWD Cross Sport SE 4MOTION AWD | $40,200 $40,200 | $0 | 23 mpg 22 mpg | $1,670 $1,745 | $455 | N/A |
| SE w/Tech Pkg FWD SE 4MOTION w/Tech Pkg AWD | $43,730 $43,730 | $0 | 23 mpg 22 mpg | $1,670 $1,745 | $455 | 0 lb |
| SE FWD with Technology SE 4Motion with Technology | $43,730 $45,630 | $1,900 | 23 mpg 22 mpg | $1,670 $1,745 | $2,355 | N/A |
| Cross Sport SE w/Technology FWD Cross Sport SE 4MOTION w/Technology AWD | $44,620 $44,620 | $0 | 23 mpg 22 mpg | $1,670 $1,745 | $455 | N/A |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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