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Read moreThree reasons to buy a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas instead of a 2022 Nissan Pathfinder
The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas has always been known as one of the most refined and luxurious mid size 3-row SUVs you can buy. This holds true today as the Atlas continues to shine in terms of comfort, quietness, and overall refinement. This level of luxury that is offered in the Atlas is what allows it to stand out against its competitors including new models like the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder. Let's take a look at what the Nissan Pathfinder offers and why the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas remains at the top of its game. Here are three reasons to purchase a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas instead of a 2022 Nissan Pathfinder.
More Interior Space
The Volkswagen Atlas remains the most spacious option when compared with the Pathfinder. The Volkswagen Atlas has always been one of the most spacious SUVs in its class, and it is a lot more welcoming than the Nissan Pathfinder. With 2741 L of total cargo space, The Volkswagen Atlas offers over 500 L more than the Nissan Pathfinder. That is a huge difference that essentially equates to having one more vehicle in your driveway when you are the owner of a Volkswagen Atlas. Even when all three rows are in use, the Volkswagen Atlas offers 583 L of cargo space compared to just over 400 L for the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder.
More Engine options
The Nissan Pathfinder is offered with a single engine, a 3.5 L V6 which offers 284 horsepower and 259 pound-feet of torque. The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas also offers a V6, but it also offers a turbocharged four-cylinder. With 235 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, this turbocharged engine offers nearly the same torque as the larger V6 in the Pathfinder, but it is a lot more efficient. As for the V6, it features 266 pound-feet of torque for the Volkswagen Atlas which means better accelerations and better confidence on the road.
More Luxury
The last point we want to make isn't necessarily tangible, but it is certainly noticeable. The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas feels more refined on the road. It is quieter, the suspension is more comfortable, and the feeling of luxury inside is comprehensive. This you should experience with a test drive today so give us a call and let's get you behind the wheel of a new Volkswagen Atlas.
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