2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. 2020 Volkswagen Atlas
When comparing the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's and the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's and the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a better car than the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas.
2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Pricing
A used 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited ranges from $29,999 to $48,926 while a used 2020 Volkswagen Atlas is priced between $23,999 to $37,527.
2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited loses 10.4 percent of its value and the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas loses 46.4 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited retains 36 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas.
2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is 9.1 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Atlas' quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited being ranked 4 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Volkswagen Atlas being ranked 18 out of 31.
2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is 8.3 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Atlas the reliability rating is 5.7 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited an advantage in reliability compared to the Volkswagen Atlas.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s base engine makes 285 horsepower, and the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas base engine makes 235 horsepower. The Wrangler Unlimited is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 495 miles. The Atlas is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 446 miles.This gives the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, a compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
29999 - 48926
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.103605
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23999 - 37527
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463635
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.070944 / 10
Reliability:
8.341888 / 10
Retained Value:
9.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Atlas Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
5.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rankings
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25 out of / 31Volkswagen Atlas Rankings
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59 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Trim Levels
Altitude, Black and Tan, Freedom, High Altitude, North Edition, Rubicon, Rubicon Recon, Sahara, Sahara Altitude, Sport, Sport S, Willys, Willys Sport
2020 Volkswagen Atlas Trim Levels
S, SE, SEL, V6 S 4Motion, V6 SE, V6 SE 4Motion, V6 SE R-Line, V6 SE R-Line 4Motion, V6 SEL, V6 SEL 4Motion, V6 SEL Premium 4Motion, V6 SEL R-Line, V6 SEL R-Line 4Motion
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
235 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 495 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 24 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 446 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
31.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
150.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.8 inches
Cargo Space:
20.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
96.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
174.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4167 lbs
Width:
73.8 inches
Height:
73.6 inches
Length:
188.4 inches
Wheelbase:
118.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4222 lbs
Width:
78.3 inches
Height:
70 inches
Length:
198.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18