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2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line Blackberry

Burgundy Volkswagen Atlas facing the camera on gravel, with a tree, wooden fence and blue lake behind it
2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line. The front view centres the Volkswagen emblem between slim horizontal grille bars and stacked light elements. Burgundy bodywork frames the broad black lower intake and corner openings, while gravel foreground, a wooden fence and blue water surround the parked SUV.
Dark burgundy Volkswagen Atlas viewed from the front corner, with angular wheels and a lake behind it
2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line. Dark burgundy paint covers the SUV in a front three-quarter view, highlighting the horizontal grille, Volkswagen emblem, stacked headlight elements and diamond-pattern lower intake. Angular wheels, dark side glass and roof rails outline the body against the water and distant trees.
Burgundy Atlas in a close front three-quarter view, with silver-edged wheels and a tree behind the hood
2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line. The burgundy hood and front fender catch sunlight above the dark grille and patterned bumper openings. Angular silver-edged wheels, an amber side marker, bright roof rails and dark rear glazing continue along the side, backed by a lakeside tree and water.
Burgundy Atlas parked beneath a tall lakeside tree, shown from the front corner in a wide gravel clearing
2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line. The burgundy SUV appears in a wide front three-quarter composition with its grille, lamps, angular wheels and silver rails visible. Open gravel separates the vehicle from the camera, while the tall tree, low fence and water establish the lakeside setting.
Burgundy Atlas seen directly from behind, with a red light band, dark rear glass and a lake beyond
2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line. The straight rear angle shows burgundy tailgate panels, spaced Atlas lettering, a central Volkswagen emblem and segmented red lamps connected across the rear. A roof spoiler, rear wiper and patterned lower bumper frame the body against the lakeshore.
Burgundy Atlas from a rear corner, showing bright window surrounds and angular wheels near a lakeside tree
2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line. The burgundy SUV faces right, exposing its rear lamps, dark tailgate glass and long side windows. Bright window edging, roof rails and black wheels with angular silver accents contrast with the paint, while a tree and timber fence sit beside the lake.
Burgundy Atlas in full side profile, with silver roof rails, dark windows and geometric black-and-silver wheels
2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line. The burgundy body is presented side-on with its nose pointing left. A dark window band, bright rear window surround, silver rails and geometric wheels define its proportions, with black arch trim below and a tree, fence and water behind it.
Atlas front wheel detail with angular silver-edged spokes, burgundy paint and a small R fender badge
2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line. A black wheel with geometric silver edges fills the lower frame beneath burgundy bodywork and dark arch trim. The small R fender badge, amber marker and stacked headlight elements remain visible, with sunlight revealing the paint across the upper fender.
Atlas dashboard with light door trim, a digital instrument panel, central map screen and purple accent lighting
2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line. The centred cabin view shows a Volkswagen steering wheel, digital instrument display and large map screen above the centre console. Pale door inserts contrast with dark lower surfaces, while purple lighting traces the dashboard and cupholders; trees and water appear through the windshield.
Three dark child seats arranged across a light Atlas rear bench, viewed through an open side doorway
2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line. Three dark child seats sit side by side on the pale rear bench, with padded head supports, harness straps and cupholders visible. Light head restraints and door trim contrast with the seats, while the front seatback frames the doorway and lakeside trees appear outside.
Three dark child seats on a pale Atlas rear bench, shown straight on beneath the overhead cabin lights
2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line. The rear-facing cabin composition centres three dark child seats across the pale bench. Their padded side wings, harnesses, cupholders and hanging straps are visible beneath the light head restraints, with illuminated overhead lamps and large windows framing the lakeside background.

2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line Blackberry

By Lorenzo Bianchi  

  • The 2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line belongs to the redesigned second-generation Atlas family, featuring new body panels, revised lighting and an upgraded MQB Evo platform.

  • The cabin offers a 15-inch infotainment display, 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro, real wood trim and an available 14-speaker Harman Kardon audio system.

  • A new 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine produces 282 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.

2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line Makes Its Debut

The 2027 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line arrives with the second-generation Atlas family, bringing updated styling, a redesigned cabin and more standard equipment to Volkswagen's seven-seat SUV.

The new Atlas and its five-seat Cross Sport counterpart are set to make their joint public appearance at the 2026 Los Angeles Auto Show.

Volkswagen has already begun selling the redesigned Atlas, which went on sale in October 2026. The latest generation follows a model that has attracted more than 630,000 buyers in the United States since 2017.


Redesigned Exterior With New Lighting and Bodywork

The 2027 Atlas features entirely new exterior sheet metal, moving away from the appearance of its predecessor.

Volkswagen has revised the body surfaces and lighting, giving the SUV a more contemporary design while retaining its family-oriented layout.

The exterior changes extend across the Atlas range, including the upper specifications.


Larger Body With Upgraded MQB Evo Architecture

Underneath the redesigned body, the Atlas uses Volkswagen's updated MQB Evo architecture.

The new SUV is approximately two inches longer than the outgoing generation, although its wheelbase remains unchanged.

Volkswagen has retained the three-row cabin, with particular attention given to passenger space in the third row.

The Atlas continues to accommodate seven occupants, separating it from the shorter, five-seat Atlas Cross Sport.


Premium Cabin With 15 Inch Infotainment Screen

Inside, the Atlas receives one of its most substantial updates.

The dashboard has been redesigned with soft-touch surfaces, real wood decorative trim and available leather upholstery choices.

A freestanding 15-inch infotainment display is fitted to all but the entry trim, which uses a 12.9-inch screen.

Every Atlas also receives a configurable 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro instrument cluster.

A 14-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system is available on the top trim, adding to the cabin's upgraded equipment.


Family Convenience and Updated Safety Technology

Volkswagen has expanded the Atlas's standard convenience features.

A power liftgate, rear sunshades, dual wireless charging, an auto-dimming driver's mirror and additional luggage-area lighting are included.

Safety equipment also improves.

A new front centre airbag increases the total number of airbags to seven.

The updated IQ.DRIVE system introduces driver-initiated lane changes through Travel Assist, while Emergency Assist can guide the vehicle toward the roadside during a detected medical emergency.

The latest Park Assist Plus is included on the top trim.


282 HP Turbocharged Engine and Market Position

The Atlas uses Volkswagen's latest evo5 EA888 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine.

Output reaches 282 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, an increase of 13 hp over the previous engine.

An eight-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic manual shifting is standard. Front-wheel drive is standard across the range, with 4Motion all-wheel drive available.

Volkswagen also reports improved fuel economy.

Built in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the Atlas remains central to the company's American SUV business, with the redesigned generation bringing additional equipment and updated technology to the established seven-seat formula.


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