Is the 2024 VW Atlas Peak Edition a better SUV to buy than a Honda Pilot?
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- FIRST LOOK: The Atlas is getting some changes from VW and an off-road trim called the Peak Edition. On the outside you will discover 18in wheels wrapped in off-road spec tires, a unique front fascia and rear bumper. On the inside the orange Peak Edition trim continues throughout. Under the hood is the new 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 that produces 269HP & mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Is the 2024 VW Atlas Peak Edition a better SUV to buy than a Honda Pilot?
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You're the best auto reviewer on TH-cam. Period.
agree
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A really classy color and design on this car. An outstanding effort from VW. So nice and roomy. Should sell well.
Infotainment is crap though...dont think ppl want the capacitive touch.
It will be interesting to see how it does
@@441meatloaf not menu that is for sure
I’ve been noticing a lot of automakers are making “wilderness” and off road trims for their cars. I’m all for it. It gives you variety of what you want. I wonder how many people will actually take this off-road. I’ve never seen a Volkswagen go onto dirt
Yup gotta get those off road trims to make sure you get to mall, and kids games 😂
You never seen a Volkswagen Amarok on dirt? Those are really fun to drive in mud or sand
Ive seen Polos off the road even Jettas and Tiguans
Because when war or danger start in the cities, we need to go wilderness
@@TripleA123. Hahahahahhahahha lol
Great job Raitis! As always...bringing it! VW has brought some nice changes with the Peak Edition. Should be a nice seller for them. Lori R, awesome job with the cam-cam! 😁
Absolutely love big-time this color, especially on a vehicle is meant to be driven in the green scenery (country).
Joe, I still can't get over your incredible car knowledge. I can barely push the start button on cars. 😂. But your upbringing and racing background makes a lot of sense.
I'll keep watching, because I love to look at impressive vehicles, and because you are entertaining as all get out. And I am learning a lot from you, my friend.
Finally looking sharp inside and out 👍
Good job Joe 👏
Love the colour and the lighting. Totally agree with the haptic stuff. It would be much better with physical buttons, it's the sole reason why I'm not a big fan of the Golf GTI, the infotainment system and the haptic buttons, otherwise, the GTI is such a fun car. Great video as usual and loved the live show the previous day too.
It's liveable for sure. Not a reason to dodge the car alltogether. I was the ID.4 pre-order guy for my dealership, and it only took about a month for me to get used to it. Most people don't complain once they're familiar.
You get used to it
I love the shape of the seating and the padding to it as well for comfort
It was very comfortable
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Thanks Joe for this review we just bought the last v6 Atlas Cross Sport and traded in our loved VW Passat GT. As for your comment on no Fog Lights on this model and our Cross Sport. The IQ lighting is very good and well designed. We live in Vancouver BC and have Fog very often I and I did find that switching the IQ head lights to dive mode works perfect just as Fog Lamps and they turn with the wheel on our mountain roads. Love your channel from a fan in Vancouver Canada.
I love that you lean into your NY Italian heritage. Also Laurie is a great camera person, great movement.
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I’m working on it brother
Definitely one of the best looking suv's (in its segment) money can buy but I would take Pilot without thinking it twice,
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one Omar
I’ll take the cx-90
@@curiosityredpill7030 CX90 is so overhyped. Have you been in one or driven. It’s a lot cheaper than it appears and not that great, especially for 60k
That cool that the inside dash lights up at night
I’m glad that you like that Kathryn.
Illuminated in Red … how cool is that
They brought som special touches
That's cool that the back seat passages get the glass roof view as well I love the shades on the window had me with my mouth open and I love the back back seats as well
I totally agree with you
Looks nice but, I would choose the Honda Pilot Trailsport.
if this under cuts a pilot! HELL YEA!!! PEAKS EDITION
I’m glad you are all about this one
Dig the color. I think I'd prefer the SEL Platinum myself. To me the look is better than the off-road look.
good thing about the 23' pilot is that even the lowest trim level at $40k has the same horse powered engine. The only main difference is the seats and rims. The sport model is affordable, nice cloth looking seats with red stitching, and has the same 20" rims like the Touring model. You can even get the sport with AWD for $43K sticker price at the dealer right now
But who wants a pilot? I’d rather have German engineering
Looks nice! The fog lights are built into the headlights.
I have this exact car in pure grey. It is a stunner indeed, and drives so flawlessly. I also grew fond of the touch screen infotainment system within a couple of days. It is super responsive though which is a bonus. I do recommend people to have a microfiber cloth inside the car as fingerprints drive me nuts lol. And I wish VW would ditch the piano black as that is also a fingerprint magnet, but luckily it isn’t overly done in this vehicle. The new 2024 peak edition is literally my perfect car minus piano black😂 I wasn’t sure how I would feel about the new 2.0 turbo engine, but to my surprise it has so much power and is a lot of fun to drive. VW imo almost had one of the best/lightest steering and handling. All in all, I love this car and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a spacious and comfortable vehicle that won’t disappoint.
I’m impressed with the changes they’ve made for it. I’m interested to see how this and the Pilot go head to head.
Stay tuned man
@@RaitisRides I always will!
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Pilot is going to win easily.
I was a Toyota fan until they left their fans behind for their feul efficiency, technology war( they are moving into the right direction, but their dealer service is a nightmare ). TIll the Honda Pilot trail sport came out, I thought that was the vehicle for me....but thanks again to Raiti, this VW Peak Edition is the winner for me ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I like the style of the atlas peak edition and the very pretty color. We'll see the price later. Thanks Joe for your videos and reviews.
Won't that colour be hard to match if it gets scratched
I guess it is possible
Probably not ,its in a data base of paint colors. I worked for a company that we could match paint colors with a paint camera you place on the car and it can read it digitally and give you a code go to the computer and plug it in and it will tell you what different blends it will take and we go back there and mix it.most body shops can mix it or they would get the mix formula from Volkswagen or who ever else
I like when U keep on saying 'To the door panel' 9:14 in all of your video😄
I watched the whole review even though we don't have the VW Atlas in Europe.
I would of like the silver around the wheel not the black trim
That would be cool for sure
Joe, once you and Lori reach 1 million subscribers will you still have live streaming events at night from time to time??
Oh of course Dan! We love interacting with all of you
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Love these vids. Informative and entertaining
I like it a lot! That's good looking. I'd put a size larger and bit more aggressive all terrain like the Toyo open country ATV III tires on it and give it just a bit more off road rugged sport look which as stock they did very well and much better I think than the direct competition. I'd have a tough time choosing between this off road Atlas and the off road Telluride. The Tellurid to me appears and I do believe to be a tad bit smaller thus giving it possibly more sporty appeal. Tough one because I liked what they did with the off road appeal it noticeably has. If I had to choose right this second, probably off road Telluride. I just want one in the off road spec. Then change the titles on it and add 1 to 1.5 inch wheel spacers that bring the tires flush withe fenders and no more. Not to stick out past the fenders. I did this to my 18 ZR2 Colorado and wow the most subtle and the smallest custom thing I did totally transformed the entire look giving it a much stronger braoder stance and I can't even count the sheer amount of guys everywhere I went one or two would come up and speak nicely about my ZR2 and most would comment that something looked different and really good but they were unable to figure out or pinpoint exactly they were subtly seeing that in fact made the largest difference. Those 1.5 inch bora wheel spacers that brought my tires out to about slightly less than a 4th inch past the fenders and man it was huge. It looked incredible. I never told anyone because lots of the guys who approached me were looking at the colorado to purchase or had one that wanted to know why mine looked different and what exactly it was that made it so. I let the cat out the bag now and it's the same thing I'm about to do with my current AWD SUV which is put a 1.5 to 2.0 inch suspension lift, ATV Toyo one size larger tires and with this one, 1 inch wheel spacers and enhance the entire look. Joe and Lori great review. I liked this once a lot. My best to you two.
Man all these brands that was getting talked down upon are truly making a crazy comeback 🎉
Love the color, not sure why they keep doing those fake exhausts, been doing that for years, interior is on point
Looks great, love that new color too. Its nice that its not in your face green but subtle.
The interior is 100x nicer than my 2018 model. Love the hollowed out space in the center under the shifter. Not sure if the inline 4 turbo will be enough. I felt the V6 is already underpowered. This car needs at least 340hp.
The 4 cylinder has more power than the 6. New technology. smaller engine doing what its bigger brother did while saving fuel economy.
The family camping trip mobile for sure. Great job RR can’t wait the media drive. 😊
MUAHAHAHAH. Great choice, EMILIOBALL.
@@ericB3444where are you bro me and Chris are anxious for ya to come back.
I really like the refreshing on this SUV Joe.
I would prefer fog lights & avocado green on the fender as I would not use it as an off road vehicle. Also loving the gloss black antenna & all the gloss black upfront by the electric shift. Thank you for the great review as always.
The VR6 put out 276 horsepower. Slightly more than the new 2.0 four cylinder. Regardless of horse power; the VR6 was/is one of the most most reliable V6 engines available for the price point. Damn shame VW killed it.
Also, the V6 only needed regular octane fuel, which is much cheaper that the high octane needed for the I4 turbo.
Bring back buttons!! Don't like relying on a screen...that can fail!
Thanks for the video. But please don't forget to increase exposure compensation for the interior videos. Very hard to see the details of the interior. Thanks!
I want you to do the lime green campervan I want one of them
You missed one thing... There are in fact 2 USB-Cs in the 3rd row. However, both are on the driver's side. VW should have lifted the suspension by a few inches.
You’ll have an SE W/tech Peak Edition and an SEL Peak edition, which is shown. Joe did an awesome job going through the vehicle! The 3rd row does have usb c charging, it’s on the drivers side🙂. Can’t wait to see this and the new cross sport in person, very exciting.
I can see them when he opened the trunck easy miss but great review still. We got the 23 se wish we could have gone up more than basic but out of necessity that's all we needed.
Looks great. Too bad it's a small 4 cylinder engine. They could have put a 47 kw mild hybrid to give it 300hp
Base model weights 4400 lbs, given VW has now omitted v6 and now you have a 4v with turbo, smaller engine moving a huge vehicle with AWD. Not sure that i would consider that to be adequate power. Given that VW is a niche brand, seems like unless they price the car below competitors, there are better choices far more reliable than this Atlas.
Thanks for sharing your perspective and intel on this one.
I wish they had added some skid plates and a mild hybrid powertrain plus some all-terrain tires to call it offroad-worthy
IT LOOKS THE BOSS. I'D BUY ONE.
I love the design. This is me nitpicking... I don't think this will be as feature rich or matching in terms of value proposition when you factor in the Korean twins-the Palisade and the Telluride. And now the Toyota Grand Highlander is getting thrown into the mix.
Volkswagen, add heating and ventilation to the second row seating, a massage function for the front row seating...even if it will be an optional feature, heating and ventilation for the 3rd row, better backseat pockets for the second row and a more powerful, reliable engine and gearbox. I will be truly glad and happy to buy one.
It's that Infotaiment 😤which we have in our ID4. The dimensions and bright colors makes it nice to look at. However, it is very dificult to use and get used to it, the non lighted touch buttons and no actual knobs make it hard to find at night.
Joe, the pockets on the back of the seats are called “map pockets“ they are not called food storage bins L O L! It’s so funny how you relate every space in the car to a certain kind of food😅
As a 2019 Atlas owner I am not impressed with this Peak edition at all. I feel VW is not listening to its clients and they just keep doing what a few engineers and designers want. Get rid of the false exhaust vents in the back! Make the front bumper useful...2 ideas to begin with. Other than that, excellent review, thank you.
home. Can't car brands give the info at launch? Nice Atlas Peak Edition while pricing is still unknown at this point I still like it.
I agree it needs buttons / knobs for the audio and HVAC systems.
Needs a V6!!!
Joe, when will the 2024 VW Atlas Peak Edition come out announce pricing, fuel economy and also get your hands on the wheel and a test drive?
yay!!gloss black interior touch points…🙄
It is very frustrating
Hate crappy black plastic in wheel wells which soils after a year two requiring constant product application.
Knobs and buttons are yesterday bro. Touch is futuristic.
I am glad that you are liking that setup!
Actually I have worried about TSI engine,somebody said it is easier to get misfired ,is that true?
Loved the upgrade Joe. Can't wait when you'll spill the info of the pricing. Thanks.
Cute suv
I’m so glad that you think so
🇺🇸 Vw Atlas looks good. But, it's a VW pos! My v8 Toureg and Pissat used a nice portion of retirement funds to fix. I'm sure the vw mechanic will retire earlier than me. NEVER BY A VW unless you have billions in cash!
So many cheap and plastic parts. Had same issues with Tiguan and Beetle
15:31 There are 2 USB Cs in the 3rd row driver’s side seat JFYI
Cool VW Joe! I'm sure that ID Buzz back there will be getting on this channel soon enough.....😏😏
The buzz was announced as the last gen with no knobs or buttons on the center stack. We know that they are going to change that on the next model. This model is doa then.
Chris trade YOUS fusion for a 2024 Camry
@Eric Brett Camry si still in question ericball
@@DarkJediChrisG-1425 I think it will come to us. I don’t think we need it because they are always boring. I want to see more 7 series and Saturns.
@Eric Brett Well CuB look what they did to the prius.
HI JOE!! I WAS THERE ON WEDSDAY!! UR THE BEST!!!!
Lift up the bottom panel of the cargo area on your reviews. Many vehicles now have extra storage under the floor. The Honda Pilot has a large area but others are starting to catch on.
I’ve only owned one Volkswagen and that was back in the late 70s. It was a Dasher diesel thing was bulletproof until I blew the engine because I didn’t change the timing belt when it needed to be changed. Of course I didn’t know you had to do that. But I don’t know if I would ever buy another Volkswagen. I know you said you were gonna tell me the price but I waited and I guess, I have to wait for Volkswagen to tell you the price lol probably be out of my price range like just about everything else needs days
Who goes In detail mentioning 5 spoke 18 inch wheels with continental tires . ? This 2024 not 1994
Don’t underestimate Honda Pilot 23! They are a real deal! I have not yet seen a suv that can compare with the pilot! Good luck!
Pilot definitely has a less frustrating interior than the Atlas. Hard buttons are easier to use than capacitive panels
Do we know if the Peak edition is higher from the ground ? Like the Honda Pilot Transport is 1'' higher than the regular version...
I wish they had button for the 3rd row seat to make it go down
Hi Joe,
Wish you and Lori were at the Shanghai International Autoshow. Lots of interesting EV and hybrids on display.
I'm more interested in that ID Bus in the background lol
I agree with you in that those lower deco/vent holes front and rear need to be functional. Also, ever seat needs to be offered a USB port. Also, I wish they would offer the Atlas in a plug-in Hybrid version to improve the mpg.
Thanks for letting me share it with you!
I don't really like SUV's but this one is really good-looking, not over styled, not too boring, it's nicely balanced with beautiful lines. However, 5000 pounds of tow capacity seems optimistic with that tiny engine, i'd prefer a V6.
Lately I'm seeing a lot more VW's on the road. Maybe they're stepping up their game and improving quality?
I sure they heck home so
No, they’re not lol. I’ve had several and they used to be good quality but now use lots of cheap parts and materials. Their reliability isn’t good.
It's their price point - for class and size you get better bang for the buck for sure so a lot more people are ending up in them.
ugh..dream car and i love the more rugged look!!
Hey Joe, we in Japan will be waiting to see you at the newly designed Japan Mobility Show 2023 this fall
We can't wait for these to arrive in Canada! 💚
That is so fantastic!
🇺🇸 *Putting the VW Atlas in the "OK" category* !! *NOT better than the Pilot* !! *GREAT video and fab content, Joe and Lori* !! #RaitisRides 🇺🇸
So no 360 camera?! Car looks stellar, but that engine and HP is the mother of all zonks
FYI the third row has 2 USB C ports on the drivers side.
Are they ever going to release the ID BUZZ . The Achilles heel of all VW’s is reliability. I’ve owned several VW’s over the years but switched to a Honda I’ve had for 8 years now with no issues.
VW also has another Achilles heel: interior ergonomics. How hard can it be to reimplement buttons when they are able to carry oht significant interior revamps and they have the Taos interior as a great basis for what a good VW interior is.
I like it but disappointed they got rid of the V6 option. That 2.0 seems underpowered for a larger vehicle like that.
They had the V6 available for years and I guess they were not top sellers.
I feel like the removal of physical buttons from a lot of modern cars is just going to lead to more accidents. Cause now you'll be having to take your eye off the road to adjust something
Nice update. Do a special edition video if you ever see someone taking this off road.
I’m coming from the Touareg and I am looking at the Atlas but I wish it had a PHEV or at least a hybrid option and the tech is “meh”. Waiting to see what the Grand Highlander feels like (I’m a big guy 6’5 and stocky - I need the room). CX-90 doesn’t have enough mpg for my taste although I do like the looks of it.
The avocado color looks alot less avocado under that showroom light. The outdoor images I have seen it looks very green, in here it looks very muted and stylist. Has anyone seen this in person outside to see if it really looks like light, and not super green? This almost looks more like a grey color.
Damn right.
Oh yeah!
No suspension upgrades for the off-road model?
At 2:50....why not make it dang thing an air curtain?????????
This is the one 🙏🏽 🔥
Joe the infotainment really looked dark on screen what did it look like in person
My wife has a Volkswagen atlas. She hit a deer in May 2023 seven months ago. The autobody shop has not been able to source parts to fix the car. And Volkswagen cannot tell us when they will start to manufacture these parts. This has left us with a car payment and insurance but no car to drive. This is a very bad situation for lots of people. I would not buy a Volkswagen atlas or any Volkswagen for that matter because they are not manufacturing parts to repair their cars.
Get it from Mexico, this model is called the Terramont over there lol
Love the color! Will it be available for all versions of the Atlas?
Love this, always on point n precise, leaning more towards VW not I have to choose between the cross sport and the peak edition.
Are there changes in the NOISY brakes
I’m really liking this one.
Thanks for letting me bring it to you
@@RaitisRides You have some of the best videos… thanks
Me and the wife were looking at them yesterday at the VW dealership lot. Those things are pricey! But are great vehicles!
Reliability, which one wins?