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One of the best cars I have ever owned
ALC, 06/24/2023
2021 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 08/20 (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
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I LIKED EVERYTHING ABOUT IT. this would be a minimalist SUV. Does not have a lot of distractions while driving. Decent gas milage , acceleration, and family room.
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One of the best SUVs in the line
Anchy, 10/06/2023
2021 Volkswagen Atlas S 4dr SUV w/Prod. End 08/20 (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
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I am very happy with this car. It is spacious, very firm and smooth drive. Handling is great given it's size. It does take a bit more on gas then the similar vehicles, but I found it as a small compensation for the rest of the great features this car has to offer. Entertainment system is practical and effective, doesn't look too fancy, but If you don't care about it, this shouldn't prevent you from buying it. Given I drive in NYC the biggest challenge here is finding parking spot to fit.
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Volkswagen Never Again
William Flecha, 08/12/2024
2021 Volkswagen Atlas SE w/Technology R-Line 4dr SUV w/Prod. End 08/20 (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
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The Worst vehicle I have, vehicle auto shutting off during driving and needs to put in neutro shift and push start again this is a SAFETY ISSUE. VOLKSWAGEN saids is a ECU software update. But after updating keep doing the same. If you and you’re wanna be safe keep away from VW Atlas. I find in online forums the 2017 to 2024 Atlas, have the same issue.
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It’s a toss up
Dovetail, 02/15/2025
2021 Volkswagen Atlas SEL 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
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I’m so conflicted with my 2021 Atlas. It’s like a bad relationship and I keep going back for more! Bought this vehicle new. Have had to replace the rotors 6x Not brake pads, rotors. I’ve barely replaced rotors in any other car I’ve owned ever. Most rotors last 70,000 miles. They only seem to last every 5-7k in my car. The car shakes violently to stop. I’ve crossed my fingers my brakes will work. It also had 2 coolant leaks and the hood latch keeps braking. It’s broken 3x. Besides all of this, I love the car. I love the way it drives (when it has brakes), comfort and space. Love the IQ lights and moon roof. Getting of it…
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2021 Atlas Avoid it like the plague!
RM2020, 03/17/2025
2021 Volkswagen Atlas SE w/Technology R-Line 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
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I really enjoyed this car when I first bought it. Two years later there’s a blown head gasket, thank goodness it was still under warranty. Apple CarPlay is terrible, the brakes squeal like a pig, and when accelerating it hesitates then the engine stops. Now the wire to open the hood is broken and we cannot open the hood of the car. We called the dealership to deal with the active recalls and they keep telling us there’s no solution for the problem at this time. I do not recommend buying the 2021 Vw Atlas. I hope the newer models are better.
Super good! But not perfect.
Warm Buns in the desert, 06/14/2022
2021 Volkswagen Atlas SEL 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
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The vehicle is really great, but we were spoiled with ventilated seats in our Audi. Living in the desert without ventilated seats, even though we have good air conditioning, is not ideal.
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Great
Oke, 04/30/2021
2021 Volkswagen Atlas SEL 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 08/20 (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
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Love it
Great 7 passenger suv
Dan Meier , 02/05/2023
2021 Volkswagen Atlas SE w/Technology 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 08/20 (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
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Good gas mileage
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Atlas the best
Tirso, 06/05/2022
2021 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 08/20 (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
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This is the best SUV!! Strong and comfortable!!
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