volkswagen unveils redesigned 2027 atlas cross sportVolkswagen has officially revealed the second-generation 2027 Atlas Cross Sport. Following the original model's debut in 2020, the updated five-seater midsize crossover receives revised sheet metal, updated interior packaging, expanded driver-assistance systems, and a more powerful turbocharged engine.Built on Volkswagen's updated MQB Evo architecture, the 2027 Atlas Cross Sport maintains its two-row seating configuration while adopting distinct proportions compared to the three-row Atlas. At 195.6 inches in overall length, the Cross Sport is 5.4 inches shorter and 2.1 inches lower than its seven-seater sibling, driven by a steeper, coupe-like rear pillar design and a shorter rear overhang.The front fascia features double-stacked LED headlights, a redesigned upper grille, and a modified hood layout. Except for the base model, trims receive an illuminated VW emblem alongside double lightline accents. Lower body trim incorporates body-color rocker panels, while entry models replace piano-black accents with silver-finished bumper trim. The rear end incorporates a flush tailgate design, cross-body LED taillights, and standard dynamic turn signals. New wheel options range from 18-inch alloys on base trims up to 20- and 21-inch machined or black-finished designs on higher variants.volkswagen unveils redesigned 2027 atlas cross sportInside, the dashboard layout features a unified loop design with soft-touch materials, standard gray wood trim, and revised door-handle placements. Three interior color schemes are offered: Pebble Grey, Black, and Medium Brown. Leatherette upholstery comes standard on entry models, while top trims feature Varenna or Nappa leather. Ambient lighting includes a standard 10-color system, expanding to a 30-color setup on upper trims with backlit door panel accents.AdvertisementAdvertisementDrivers receive a standard 12-way power-adjustable seat with four-way lumbar support, while top trims add thigh support and full-back massage functions. A 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro instrument cluster is standard across the lineup. The center console houses a new Driver Experience Dial for volume, drive modes, and lighting settings, alongside dual Qi2 wireless smartphone charging pads.volkswagen unveils redesigned 2027 atlas cross sportInfotainment displays start with a 12.9-inch touchscreen on the base model, while 90 percent of the lineup receives a larger 15-inch display. A new "myVW+" subscription service bundles connected features such as cloud-based navigation, generative AI voice control, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and in-vehicle video gaming capability when parked.Under the hood, the 2027 Atlas Cross Sport introduces the evo5 generation of Volkswagen's EA888 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Equipped with a variable-geometry turbocharger, the engine produces 282 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque-a 13-horsepower increase over the outgoing version.An eight-speed automatic transmission comes standard. Front-wheel drive is standard on entry models, with Volkswagen's 4Motion all-wheel-drive system available across the range. When equipped with a factory trailer hitch, towing capacity remains rated at 5,000 pounds. Volkswagen confirmed a hybrid variant will join the lineup during a mid-cycle update.volkswagen unveils redesigned 2027 atlas cross sportSafety updates include a new front-center airbag, bringing the total airbag count to seven. The standard IQ.DRIVE safety suite adds driver-initiated lane changes to its Travel Assist feature, while Emergency Assist Plus gains the ability to guide the vehicle to the shoulder during a detected medical emergency. Top trims also feature Park Assist Plus and Predictive Adaptive Cruise Control, which adjusts speed automatically for upcoming curves, roundabouts, and speed changes.AdvertisementAdvertisementProduction will continue alongside the three-row Atlas at Volkswagen's assembly facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Detailed pricing and final trim specifications will be announced closer to the vehicle's market launch in early 2027.