2024 Nissan ARIYA vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

Picture of the 2024 Nissan ARIYA

2024 Nissan
ARIYA

MSRP*: $39,590 to $54,190
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2024 Volkswagen
Atlas Cross Sport

MSRP*: $36,985 to $51,880
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MPG - City Info not available 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 59.7 ft3 77.8 ft3
Engine
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 238-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 389-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 214 - 389 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 182.9 in 195.5 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Head Room Front 37.9 - 39.6 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.3 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport than in the Nissan ARIYA, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Nissan ARIYA and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Nissan ARIYA is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan ARIYA is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Nissan ARIYA, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Handling
The Nissan ARIYA has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is clearly the choice over the Nissan ARIYA for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan ARIYA greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Powertrain
The Nissan ARIYA has much lower torque than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Nissan ARIYA and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The Nissan ARIYA has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.