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The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas SUV comes in only 1 body type: SUV. The Atlas SUV is available in 8 different trim level options: SE, SE 4Motion, V6 SE, V6 SE 4Motion, SEL 4Motion, V6 SEL 4Motion, V6 SEL R-Line Black 4Motion and V6 SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion. The SE is the base trim level option, while the V6 SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion is the highest, most expensive configuration.
There are many new features on the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas, except for the inclusion of a standard 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro instrument cluster. This is available in all trim levels higher than the SE trim.
Which 2023 Volkswagen Atlas trim is the best?
The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas SEL is our recommended trim in the lineup. You get 20-inch alloy wheels, power tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof, digital cockpit, travel assist, lane assist, emergency assist, and lots more.
You get similar features on the SEL R-line black Trim and save up to $4000. The SEL trim does not include heated seats, but you will get a dynamic road sign display and power seats.
Table of Contents
In this guide, we will breakdown the differences between each Volkswagen Atlas SUV configuration and help you determine which trim level to purchase.
Below is a table comparing some of the major features for the most popular Volkswagen Atlas SUV trim levels.
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SE | SE 4Motion | V6 SE | V6 SE 4Motion | SEL 4Motion | V6 SEL 4Motion | V6 SEL R-Line Black 4Motion | V6 SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion |
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| Engine | 2.0L Turbo I4 235hp 258ft. lbs. | 2.0L Turbo I4 235hp 258ft. lbs. | 3.6L V6 276hp 266ft. lbs. | 3.6L V6 276hp 266ft. lbs. | 2.0L Turbo I4 235hp 258ft. lbs. | 3.6L V6 276hp 266ft. lbs. | 3.6L V6 276hp 266ft. lbs. | 3.6L V6 276hp 266ft. lbs. |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic | 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic with Tiptronic | 8-Speed Automatic with Tiptronic | 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic with Tiptronic | 8-Speed Automatic with Tiptronic | 8-Speed Automatic with Tiptronic |
| Combined Mileage | 23 MPG | 22 MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG | 22 MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
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