Volkswagen Atlas vs. Lincoln Aviator
When comparing the Volkswagen Atlas to the Lincoln Aviator, the Volkswagen Atlas has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Lincoln Aviator has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen Atlas versus the Lincoln Aviator, the Volkswagen Atlas is a better car than the Lincoln Aviator.
Volkswagen Atlas versus Lincoln Aviator Pricing
For a new model, the Volkswagen Atlas's price is between $37,663 and $54,449, with the Lincoln Aviator priced between $57,270 and $85,584.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volkswagen Atlas’s base engine makes 235 horsepower, and the Lincoln Aviator base engine makes 400 horsepower. The Atlas is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 465 miles. The Aviator is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 525 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Volkswagen Atlas has the advantage of offering more front head room, rear head room, and trunk space. The Lincoln Aviator, a crossover/fullsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Volkswagen Atlas and Lincoln Aviator are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Lincoln Aviator has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Volkswagen Atlas and the Lincoln Aviator have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Lincoln Aviator has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$37,663 - $54,449
Used Asking Price:
$27,235 - $41,000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$57,270 - $85,584
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
54.9%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
5.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 31Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 31Ranking
33 out of / 61Ranking
37 out of / 61Ranking
48 out of / 61iSeeCars Rankings
Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Trim Levels
SEL 4Motion, V6 SEL 4Motion, SE, V6 SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion, SE 4Motion, V6 SE 4Motion, V6 SE, V6 SEL R-Line Black 4Motion
Trim Levels
Livery, Standard, Reserve, Black Label
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Not yet available
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
235 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
415 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.084 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:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 25 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
391 / 465 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 525 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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:
96.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
174.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.3 inches
Cargo Space:
17.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
77.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
163.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4261 lbs
Width:
78.4 inches
Height:
70.1 inches
Length:
200.7 inches
Wheelbase:
117.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4745 lbs
Width:
89.9 inches
Height:
69.6 inches
Length:
199.3 inches
Wheelbase:
119.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P245/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum with painted accents
Tire Size:
255/60R19
