Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. Volkswagen Atlas
In comparing the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's and the Volkswagen Atlas's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Volkswagen Atlas has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's and the Volkswagen Atlas's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a better car than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. Volkswagen Atlas Pricing
A used 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited ranges from $37,593 to $80,222 while a used 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is priced between $38,123 to $54,452. For a new model, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's price is between $43,554 and $77,046, with the Volkswagen Atlas priced between $39,695 and $55,919.
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. Volkswagen Atlas Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited loses 10.4 percent of its value and the Volkswagen Atlas loses 46.4 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited retains 36 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volkswagen Atlas.
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. 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.
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. 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 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s base engine makes 285 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Atlas base engine makes 269 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 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. This gives the Volkswagen Atlas the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 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 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 Volkswagen Atlas has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
43554 - 77046
Used Asking Price:
37593 - 80222
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.103605
Pricing
New Asking Price:
39695 - 55919
Used Asking Price:
38123 - 54452
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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59 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Trim Levels
High Altitude, High Tide, Rubicon, Rubicon 392, Sahara, Sahara Altitude, Sport, Sport Altitude, Sport RHD, Sport S, Willys, Willys Sport
Volkswagen Atlas Trim Levels
Peak Edition SE 4Motion, Peak Edition SEL 4Motion, SE, SE 4Motion, SEL 4Motion, SEL Premium 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:
269 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 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 / 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
Heated Seats
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
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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:
41.7 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:
96.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
174.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4167 lbs
Width:
73.9 inches
Height:
73.6 inches
Length:
188.4 inches
Wheelbase:
118.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4343 lbs
Width:
88.5 inches
Height:
70.4 inches
Length:
200.7 inches
Wheelbase:
117.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 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:
P245/60R18