
Carter Volkswagen in Seattle Compares the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas with the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse
The 2018 Volkswagen Atlas is a full-size three-row SUV that brings you the best that VW has to offer at an impressive low price. We're proud to carry the 2018 VW Atlas here at Carter Volkswagen, and we know you'll love it! Of course, in the search for a full-size SUV, you might also consider the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse; however, we think you'll find that the 2018 VW Atlas is more than a match for it. Keep on reading, then schedule your test drive at Carter Volkswagen, located at 5202 Leary Avenue Northwest, Seattle, WA 98107
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2018 Chevrolet Traverse |
22 City MPG | Base Engine Fuel Economy | 18 City MPG |
Standard | Roof Rails | Available Upgrade |
Standard Equipment | LED Headlights | Available Upgrade |
72 Months/72,000 Miles | Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
2018 Volkswagen Atlas |
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2018 Chevrolet Traverse |
22 City MPG |
Base Engine Fuel Economy |
18 City MPG |
Standard |
Roof Rails |
Available Upgrade |
Standard Equipment |
LED Headlights |
Available Upgrade |
72 Months/72,000 Miles |
Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty |
36 Months/36,000 Miles |

2018 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2018 Chevrolet Traverse Design
When it comes to high-quality design, the precision German engineering you'll find on the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas is hard to beat. It has classy European styling and plenty of space--more headroom than the 2018 Traverse, for example. It also comes standard with features like standard roof rails and LED headlights, which are only available as more expensive upgrades in the 2018 Chevy Traverse.

2018 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2018 Chevrolet Traverse Performance
In terms of performance, the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas benefits from precision German engineering that gives the base engine better fuel efficiency in the city, so you can take your family wherever you need to go and wait longer between trips to the gas station. You can also upgrade the 2018 VW Atlas to a stronger V6 engine for more power than the standard turbocharged engine offers. What's more, the 2018 VW Atlas comes with a powertrain warranty of 72 months or 72,000 miles, compared to the 60 months or 60,000 miles that the Traverse has, so you can be sure that the quality is guaranteed to last.

2018 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2018 Chevrolet Traverse Safety
Both the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas and the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse are safe vehicles, with plenty of standard and available features to keep you and your family protected. When you choose the 2018 VW Atlas, however, you'll be getting a vehicle that goes the extra distance for better safety. The standard LED headlights we mentioned above offer outstanding visibility in the dark while seatbelt pretensioners are standard in the front and rear seats of the VW Atlas unlike the Chevy Traverse that only has them on the front seat belts. The precision German engineering of the 2018 VW Atlas is truly a thing of beauty, so head to Carter Volkswagen today to take one for a test drive!
Why Choose a Volkswagen? Find Out at Carter Volkswagen in Seattle
German engineering is renowned around the world for its high quality and expert precision, and Volkswagen is a shining example of this renown. This precision engineering hasn't just earned Volkswagen plenty of prestigious industry awards: it's what enables new VW SUV models to have America's best SUV bumper-to-bumper warranty: 6 years or 72,000 miles (whichever comes first)! With features like Tiptronic® transmission, Volkswagen Car-Net® App-Connect, and Climatronic® automatic climate control, VW vehicles are powerful, comfortable, connected, and safe. There's so much more that sets Volkswagen apart from the competition; come learn more at Carter Volkswagen, serving Bellevue and Renton.