Table for 7, Please

With a growing family, space for everyone and everything can sometimes feel like a hot commodity. Measuring over 200 inches long, the Volkswagen Atlas provides the ideal mix of passenger and cargo space. It all starts with its standard 3-row configuration, which accommodates up to seven passengers.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee offers the same capabilities, but only if you upgrade to the extended wheelbase configuration, the Grand Cherokee L. Otherwise, this SUV only comes standard with five seats. Even comparing the 7-seat version of these vehicles, it’s clear that the VW Atlas offers more.

For more space at the entry-level trim, consider the Volkswagen Atlas.

Do More With Less

Your dynamic life leaves little room for hesitation. Luckily, the Volkswagen Atlas and the Jeep Grand Cherokee have the power needed to help you maintain your forward momentum. Under the hood of each SUV is a standard or available 2.0L turbocharged engine, capable of producing at least 260 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.

Paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, the VW Atlas and the Grand Cherokee provide quick gear changes needed for highway merges. The addition of selectable drive modes helps you tailor every drive to your mood.

Each SUV has its own set of driving modes, but it’s Drive Mode Select with the VW Atlas that offers more flexibility. While Jeep’s Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System shares some modes with the VW Atlas, these features are better suited to harsh conditions, such as rocky or muddy terrain. With the VW Atlas, these modes are tailored for everyday driving and offer an offroad mode when optionally equipped.

Look, Ma. No Keys!

Mornings can feel short. Between waking up kids, packing lunches, and getting your work bag together, there’s little time for anything else. The Volkswagen Atlas and the Jeep Grand Cherokee help simplify your morning routine with intuitive technology.

An optional Easy Open and Close tailgate simplifies loading the trunk. With your keys in your pocket, simply wave your foot under the rear bumper and watch the tailgate open without needing to put items down. Once inside, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity, standard with each SUV, lets you stream your favorite morning news station or podcast while on the go.

But what happens when your keys are misplaced? With the Grand Cherokee, you may need to go on a wild goose chase. With the VW Atlas, your morning will carry on as usual. The available myVW+ subscription adds remote capabilities to your SUV, including remote start and the ability to lock or unlock doors.

Take a Moment to Breathe

Within the hustle of your day, it’s essential to take a moment for yourself. With you-focused amenities, it feels effortless to drive the Volkswagen Atlas or the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Each vehicle comes standard or available with premium features, such as:

• Heated/ventilated front seats
• Heated rear seats
• Multi-color ambient lighting system

The integration of massaging front seats elevates your comfort to new heights. When optionally equipped, a simple button press is all that’s needed to melt back and shoulder tension. Only the VW Atlas will ensure your playlist is never cut short due to a low phone battery. The standard wireless charging pad, an optional feature with the Grand Cherokee, keeps your phone fully charged, even after you forget to charge it overnight.

Scenic Route Made Easy

Last-minute carpools and pit stops to a roadside farm stand may not be on the calendar, but you know to expect the unexpected. When your commute takes a detour, the Volkswagen Atlas and the Jeep Grand Cherokee adapt effortlessly, even on bumpy roads. The VW Atlas and the Grand Cherokee can be equipped with optional 4MOTION® All-Wheel Drive (AWD) or 4-wheel drive (4WD), respectively.

With torque distributed between the front and rear axle (or all wheels with 4WD), you gain extra traction on low-friction surfaces and additional grip when cornering. These systems, while similar, differ in practicality. The Jeep’s 4WD is explicitly designed for harsh conditions, while 4MOTION® AWD is capable of light off-roading but is tuned for everyday situations.

When backroad commutes extend beyond sunset, Light Assist, standard with the VW Atlas, keeps the darkest roads illuminated without manual intervention. The Grand Cherokee offers no similar standard or available feature.

Superpowers Come Standard

Especially with precious cargo on board, safety is your utmost priority. With built-in driver-assist features, the Volkswagen Atlas and the Jeep Grand Cherokee can help you adapt to other drivers, offering steering and braking support when conditions are met. You may find advanced driver-assist features with each SUV, but the VW Atlas takes a holistic approach to safety with its standard IQ.DRIVE® suite, which includes:

• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Front Assist
• Lane Assist
• And more!

The Grand Cherokee has some comparable safety features, but it offers no complete driver-assist suite like the VW Atlas. As a result, having to choose à la carte features may lead to a less comprehensive safety experience.