Kia EV6 vs Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Overview
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportSE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Light | SE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | electric | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportSE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37,900 (best) | $38,300 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportSE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 26 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 115 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 237 mi (best) | — |
| Battery capacity | 63 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 6.2 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 18.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportSE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 167 hp | 269 hp (best) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportSE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 46.7 cu ft | 77.6 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 5,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,102 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,145 lbs (best) | 4,165 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in | 6.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 117.3 in (best) |
| Length | 184.8 in | 195.6 in (best) |
| Width | 74 in | 78.3 in (best) |
| Height | 60.8 in | 68.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportSE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Kia EV6 | Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Light $37,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SE $38,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Light Long Range $41,200 MSRP | SE $40,200 MSRP |
| 3 | Light Long Range $45,200 MSRP | SE w/Technology $42,720 MSRP |
| 4 | Wind $44,800 MSRP | SE w/Technology $44,620 MSRP |
| 5 | Wind $48,800 MSRP | SEL $48,610 MSRP |
| 6 | GT-Line $48,700 MSRP | SEL R-Line Black $50,560 MSRP |
| 7 | GT-Line $53,000 MSRP | SEL Premium R-Line $53,620 MSRP |