Discover Your Next New Volkswagen: 2023 Atlas vs 2023 ID.4

April 15th, 2023

When you make the decision to purchase or lease a new SUV, there can be a lot of stress that accompanies said decision as well as time-consuming research. Things to consider include how many people you need room to seat, how much power will you need, how much cargo room are you looking for, and do you want to stick with a traditional gasoline-powered SUV or are you hoping to reduce your carbon footprint and try out a new all-electric model? No matter which features check your boxes, you're sure to find your ideal model at Byers Volkswagen. If a large, spacious three-row SUV is on your list, the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas is the perfect choice, offering room for up to 7, a turbocharged engine, and quality features across the board. If an all-electric SUV sounds like a better choice, we're proud to offer the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4, an eco-friendly SUV that sacrifices nothing while offering the best performance, technology, and safety you'll find in an EV. If you're having trouble picking between them, you've come to the right place; below you'll find a handy comparison page that takes a deep dive into the specs and features of both the Atlas and the ID.4 to help you make a more informed decision.

2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2023 Volkswagen ID.4: Design & Exterior Features

The 2023 Atlas offers standard 18-inch alloy wheels with the option to upgrade trim levels to either 20-inch or 21-inch wheels for a more aggressive countenance. The 2023 ID.4 comes standard with 19-inch alloy and available 20-inch wheels on higher trim levels. LED headlights and taillights are standard fare on both SUVs as well as roof rails for extra cargo space. To help with safer driving during inclement weather, both the Atlas and the ID.4 offer heated side mirrors and rain-sensing windshield wipers, while Poor Weather Lights and heated washer nozzles are exclusive only to the Atlas. The innovative Adaptive Front Lighting System is available on higher trim levels of both SUVs but dynamic cornering lights are only available on the Atlas.

2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2023 Volkswagen ID.4: Comfort & Technology

You can seat up to 7 comfortably in the 2023 three-row Atlas while the 2023 ID.4 offers two rows and plenty of room for 5. No matter which SUV you choose, there's ample room for cargo; the ID.4 offers a vast 65.3 cubic feet with the rear seat folded down while with the second and third rows laid flat, the Atlas opens up to an enormous 96.8 cubic feet of room. Heated front seats are standard fare on both SUVs and you can climb trim levels for heated rear outboard seats. A heated steering wheel is available only on the ID.4 while ventilated front seats are exclusive only to the Atlas. V-Tex leatherette seating surfaces are standard on the Atlas and available on the higher trim levels of the ID.4

The MIB infotainment system is standard fare in both the Atlas and the ID.4 with a 6.5-inch touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ capability and well as Bluetooth^® on the Atlas for seamless audio streaming. The MIB2 is available with an 8-inch display and navigation. Wireless charging is standard only on the ID.4 while it's an available option on the Atlas.

2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2023 Volkswagen ID.4: Performance

Under the hood of the 2023 Atlas, you'll find the potent 2.0L turbo engine that generates a solid 235 horsepower and 258 lb/ft of torque. Paired to an 8-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic^®, you'll get up 25 MPG on the highway. If you're looking for even more power, you can upgrade to the available 3.6L VR6 and get 276 horsepower. The all-electric 2023 ID.4 supplies an impressive 201 horsepower and 229 lb/ft of torque and offers a range of up to 278 miles. Charging at home up to 100% from 0 can take just over 10 hours while quick charging from 10-80% only takes 29 minutes. Both SUVs offer available 4-MOTION^® all-wheel drive.

2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2023 Volkswagen ID.4: Safety

The NHTSA rated both the 2023 Atlas and the ID.4 a perfect 5-stars while the IIHS named the ID.4 a 2023 Top Safety Pick+. This is due to the solid safety features Volkswagen always includes in all of their vehicles, including the standard advanced protection airbag system with 6 airbags and a full suite of innovative driver assist technology. The Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert is standard fare on both SUVs as well as Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking. Advanced Cruise Control is standard on the ID.4 and available on higher trim levels of the Atlas while front and rear park Distance Control is only available on the Atlas.

2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2023 Volkswagen ID.4: Overall Value

No matter if you're in the market for a traditional gas-powered SUV or would like to dip your toes into the all-electric pool, the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas and 2023 ID.4 are the ideal vehicles that can check all your boxes and get you from point A to point B in style. Both SUVs offer stellar performance, award-winning safety, and amazing value. To see the Atlas, ID.4 or any other Volkswagen model in person, we invite you to stop by our Byers Volkswagen dealership and speak to any of our friendly VW experts or contact us by phone or online to schedule a test drive.

	2023 Volkswagen Atlas	2023 Volkswagen ID.4
Starting MSRP*	$35,150	$38,995
Standard Horsepower	235	201
Standard Wheels	18-Inch Alloy	18-Inch Alloy
Standard Engine	2.0L 4-Cylinder	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Seating Capacity	7	5
Passenger Volume	154.0 Cubic Feet	130.2 Cubic Feet
Standard Cargo Volume	55.5 Cubic Feet	30.3 Cubic Feet
Maximum Cargo Volume	96.8 Cubic Feet	64.2 Cubic Feet
LED Headlights	Standard	Standard
Roof Rails	Standard	Standard

*Prices exclude transportation, taxes, title, other options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.

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