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Compare 2021 VW Atlas Cross Sport vs 2022 Subaru Outback
2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Overview
The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a bold entry into the most popular and influential automotive segment in America. Among crossovers, an increasingly popular trend is a midsize form factor but without the third row of seating. That design approach opens up a great deal of space for legroom and cargo capacity. With the 2021 VW Atlas Cross Sport now available to finance and lease at Ancira Volkswagen of San Antonio, Volkswagen improves on the inaugural model with a more feature-rich infotainment system and more standard and optional driver assists. Join us as we compare the 2021 VW Atlas Cross Sport vs 2022 Subaru Outback, which is interesting not because Volkswagen or Subaru share design philosophies but because of each automaker’s willingness to march to the beat of its own drum.
Exterior – Volkswagen Dealer serving San Antonio TX
Volkswagen has opted for boxy and rugged front and rear ends that are connected by sleek sloped roof line. It provides the Atlas Cross Sport a rather unique design. The 2022 Subaru Outback has a unique aesthetic as well, and that is thanks in large part due to the station wagon influence that the brand is so well known for. Before diving into the cabin space advantages that either of these vehicles may or may not provide, it is important to discuss form factor. Some may worry that midsize means a lot bigger, but that is certainly not the case here. In fact, the Atlas Cross Sport measures 195.5 inches—approximately 16.3 feet—which is only 4 inches more than the Outback. The Volkswagen model is a bit taller—67.8 vs 66.9—and somewhat wider—78.4 vs 74.6 inches—but none of these differences are that substantial.
Interior – 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport in San Antonio TX
The interior is where the 2021 VW Atlas Cross Sport vs 2022 Subaru Outback comparison gets interesting. Both of these vehicles afford about 40 inches of front headroom. The Subaru provides about an additional inch of front legroom at approximately 43 inches, but the front hip room and shoulder room in the Volkswagen are greater by about 3 inches, which is significant. The 2021 VW Atlas Cross Sport provides about a half inch more second-row legroom at more than 40 inches overall, but again, hip room and shoulder room are greater by about 3 inches. The Volkswagen model also wins with cargo area. It offers more than 40 cubic feet of dedicated space—about 8 cubes more than the Subaru.
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Mechanical specs
Both Volkswagen and Subaru offer two powertrain options. The 2022 Subaru Outback is an all-wheel drive vehicle. The 2021 VW Atlas Cross Sport is available with either front-wheel or all-wheel drive. Subaru has opted for a continuously variable transmission for fuel performance reasons, but Volkswagen opts for a superior eight-speed automatic transmission for performance and longevity. The base engine in the Cross Sport is a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder that makes 235 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. The base engine in the Outback is a 2.5L four-cylinder that makes 182 hp and 176 lb.-ft. Drivers who want a more powerful engine have the option of a V6 in both cases. The Atlas Cross Sport has a 276-hp V6 under the hood whereas the Outback has a 260-hp V6.
Tech – Volkswagen Dealership in San Antonio TX
Both vehicles offer a modern infotainment system with a color HD touchscreen. In both cases, drivers who want a bigger screen have an upgrade option. You will also find similar bells and whistles, such as Android and Apple device integration. For both models, you can expect a standard collection of driver-assistance technologies, but there are some differences. Volkswagen, for instance, includes a blind-spot monitor but requires you to step up a trim level for adaptive cruise control whereas the 2022 Subaru Outback includes smart cruise control but requires the up-level trim for blind-spot monitoring.
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Anyone considering the 2022 Subaru Outback owes it to themselves to visit Ancira Volkswagen of San Antonio and test-drive the Cross Sport before making a decision. We are confident that you will be pleasantly surprised not only with the vehicle itself but with the aggressive specials we have available. You can also learn about those specials via text and email, and if you want to shop online, those specials are listed on the site. Assistance is available via live chat, and we provide tools to compare trim levels and options, peruse specials, get preapproved for financing, value your trade-in and much more!