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2023 Volkswagen Atlas MPG & fuel economy

The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas is a small SUV offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (21 city / 25 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 23 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2022 model. Among 118 small SUVs rated for 2023, it ranks 75th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,022 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 21 MPG city · 25 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,022 15,000 mi/yr · $13.48 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2023 #75 of 118 Small SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway2510.69.4
Combined239.810.2

How it ranks among 2023 Small SUVs

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  1. 1Hyundai Kona EV120 MPGe $742
  2. 2Tesla Model Y123 MPGe $742
  3. 3Toyota bZ4X119 MPGe $764
  4. 4Subaru Solterra104 MPGe $834
  5. 5Volkswagen ID.4107 MPGe $850
  6. 75Volkswagen Atlas23 MPG $2,022
  7. 118Hyundai Nexo61 MPGe $8,852
2023 AtlasOther small SUVsClass median: $1,788/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Atlas MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
Atlas		 Gas 21 MPG 25 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
Atlas 4motion		 Gas 20 MPG 24 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic
Atlas		 Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
AWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic
Atlas 4motion		 Gas 18 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
AWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic
Atlas Cross Sport 4motion		 Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
387 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
5/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
5/10

2023 Volkswagen Atlas vs. rivals

vs Nissan Pathfinder 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Wrangler 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Edge 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Mazda CX-9 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Kia Telluride 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Santa Cruz 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Wrangler Plug-in Hybrid 49 MPGe + 20 MPG · $2,087/yr Atlas saves $65/yr vs Hyundai Palisade 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Atlas saves $92/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas?

Up to 23 MPG combined (21 city / 25 highway); ratings range from 20 to 23 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas?

The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas per year?

About $2,022 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $13.48 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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