2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport towing capacity
The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is published in 15 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 2,000 to 5,000 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (5,000 lb) sits in mid-size SUV / pickup territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 2,000 | — | 4,173 | — |
| SE 4MOTION Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 2,000 | — | 4,359 | — |
| SE w/Technology Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 5,000 | — | 4,173 | — |
| SE 4MOTION w/Technology Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 5,000 | — | 4,359 | — |
| SEL R-Line 4MOTION Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 5,000 | — | 4,359 | — |
| SEL 4MOTION Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 5,000 | — | 4,359 | — |
| SEL Premium R-Line 4MOTION Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 5,000 | — | 4,359 | — |
| SE Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 2,000 | — | 4,343 | — |
| SE w/Tech Pkg Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 5,000 | — | 4,343 | — |
| SE 4MOTION w/Tech Pkg Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 5,000 | — | 4,517 | — |
| SE 4MOTION Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 2,000 | — | 4,517 | — |
| SEL 4MOTION Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 5,000 | — | 4,663 | — |
| Peak Edition SE 4MOTION w/Tech Pkg Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 5,000 | — | 4,517 | — |
| Peak Edition SEL 4MOTION Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 5,000 | — | 4,663 | — |
| SEL Premium R-Line 4MOTION Sport Utility 4D | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 269 | 273 | — | 5,000 | — | 4,663 | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2023
The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport carried a maximum tow rating of 5,000 lb. The 2024 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2024 Volkswagen models
The rest of Volkswagen's 2024 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2024 Volkswagen Atlas | 5,000 |
| 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1,500 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.