Ford Edge vs. Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
When we compare the Ford Edge's and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport's specifications and ratings, the Ford Edge has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Edge's and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a better car than the Ford Edge.
Ford Edge vs. Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Pricing
A used 2024 Ford Edge ranges from $37,803 to $48,991 while a used 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is priced between $35,990 to $53,373. For a new model, the Ford Edge's price is between $39,118 and $52,429, with the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport priced between $38,632 and $54,279.
Ford Edge vs. Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Edge loses 48.9 percent of its value and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport loses 46.4 percent of its value. This means the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport retains 2.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Edge.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Edge’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport base engine makes 269 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Ford Edge has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room. The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford Edge and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
39118 - 52429
Used Asking Price:
37803 - 48991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.488902
Pricing
New Asking Price:
38632 - 54279
Used Asking Price:
35990 - 53373
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463637
Ford Edge Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.114488 / 10
Reliability:
8.643465 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Edge Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 22Ranking
5 out of / 16Ranking
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52 out of / 56Ranking
62 out of / 66Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Rankings
Ranking
8 out of / 56Ranking
11 out of / 56Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
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16 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 66Ranking
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20 out of / 31Ranking
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55 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Edge Trim Levels
SE, SEL, ST, ST-Line, Titanium
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Trim Levels
SE, SE 4Motion, SEL 4Motion, SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion, SEL R-Line 4Motion
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
269 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.5 inches
Cargo Space:
39.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
73.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
153.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.6 inches
Cargo Space:
40.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
77.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
152.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4126 lbs
Width:
85.8 inches
Height:
68.3 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4173 lbs
Width:
88.5 inches
Height:
68.1 inches
Length:
195.6 inches
Wheelbase:
117.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/60R18