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2026 Volkswagen Atlas

Peak Edition SE w/ Tech AWD

GasAWDMSRP $48,060Compare this trim against anything →

What the Peak Edition SE w/ Tech adds over the SE (+$8,750)

SpecSEPeak Edition SE w/ Tech
Curb weight (maximum)4317 lbs4594 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)4317 lbs4594 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating5710 lbs5886 lbs
MPG (city)20 mpg19 mpg
MPG (combined)23 mpg21 mpg
MPG (highway)27 mpg25 mpg
Base MSRP (excludes destination)$39,310$48,060
Tire size245/60 R18255/60 R18

Standard here, not on the base trim: 115V power outlet in 2nd row, 18-inch black multi-spoke alloy wheels w/ all-terrain tires, Additional USB-C ports in storage console and rearview mirror (8 total), Ambient lighting, Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/ HomeLink, Illuminated logo and lightbar, Panoramic sunroof, Park Distance Control, Park Distance Control, Peak Edition exterior package: unique bumpers, rugged side sills in black and silver, rugged black and silver diffuser with chrome exhaust bezels, and blackout details including "X" design in lower fascia, grille, mirror caps, window surround, and tailgate strip, Power lifegate w/ Easy Open & Close, Rear sunshades, Remote start, Stainless steel pedal caps, Trailer hitch

Specifications

Source: manufacturer press kit

Brakes

Front brake diameter335 mm
Front brake typeVented disc
Rear brake diameter310 mm
Rear brake typeVented disc
Parking brake typeElectro-mechanical

Cargo

Cargo volume behind 1st row96.6 cu-ft
Cargo volume behind 2nd row55.5 cu-ft
Cargo volume behind 3rd row20.6 cu-ft
Total interior volume153.7 cu-ft

Connected Services

Connected services brandCar-Net

Dimensions Exterior

Ground clearance6.3 in
Overall height70.4 in
Overall length200.7 in
Overall width78.3 in
Wheelbase117.3 in

Engine Basics

Aspirationtwin turbo
Cylinder count4
Engine displacement1984 cc
Fuel injection systemgdi mpi
Engine type (full description)2.0L inline four cylinder, 16V, turbocharged/intercooled, TSI (EA888evo4)
Valve configurationDOHC

Engine Output

Horsepower269 hp
Torque273 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

MPG (city)19 mpg
MPG (combined)21 mpg
MPG (highway)25 mpg

Fuel System

Minimum recommended octane87
Fuel tank capacity18.6 gal

Headroom

Front headroom41.3 in
Second-row headroom40.4 in
Third-row headroom38.3 in

Legroom

Front legroom41.7 in
Second-row legroom37.6 in
Third-row legroom33.7 in

Pricing

Base MSRP (excludes destination)$48,060

Seating

Passenger seating capacity7

Shoulder Room

Front shoulder room61.5 in
Second-row shoulder room60.5 in
Third-row shoulder room54.9 in

Steering

Steering typeRack and pinion: electric power assist
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)20 ft

Suspension

Front suspension typeStrut-type with lower control arms, coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar
Rear suspension typeMultilink with coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar

Tires

Tire size255/60 R18

Transmission

Final drive ratio3.2
Transmission speeds8
Transmission typeautomatic hybrid

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)4594 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)4594 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating5886 lbs
Payload capacity1102 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter18 in
Wheel materialalloy
Wheel width8 in
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Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety11 std · 0 opt

  • IQ.DRIVE including Front Assist, Active Side Assist, Rear Traffic Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go, Lane Assist, Travel Assist, and Emergency Assist
  • Dual front & side airbags, front and rear curtain airbags
  • Rearview Camera
  • Park Distance Control
  • 3-point seatbelts, all seating positions
  • Automatic Post-Collision Braking System

Infotainment11 std · 0 opt

  • 15W Wireless charging
  • 6-speaker sound system
  • Additional USB-C ports in storage console and rearview mirror (8 total)
  • App-Connect
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Car-Net

Convenience4 std · 0 opt

  • Power lifegate w/ Easy Open & Close
  • 115V power outlet in 2nd row
  • 5-door Keyless access w/ push-button start (KESSY)
  • Remote start

Climate1 std · 0 opt

  • 3-zone Climatronic Touch climate control

Seating6 std · 1 opt

  • Heated front seats
  • Power driver's seat (10-way)
  • Ventilated front seats
  • 2nd row bench
  • Leatherette seating surfaces
  • Manually adjustable passenger seat (6-way)

Interior6 std · 0 opt

  • Heated multifunction steering wheel w/ shift paddles
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/ HomeLink
  • Ambient lighting
  • Leatherette-wrapped multifunction steering wheel
  • Rear sunshades
  • Stainless steel pedal caps

Exterior10 std · 0 opt

  • Panoramic sunroof
  • 18-inch black multi-spoke alloy wheels w/ all-terrain tires
  • Automatic headlights
  • Black roof rails
  • Illuminated logo and lightbar
  • LED headlights w/ LED DRLs and AFS

Powertrain1 std · 0 opt

  • 4Motion AWD

Cargo1 std · 0 opt

  • Trailer hitch

Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.

Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Atlas. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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Common questions about the Peak Edition SE w/ Tech

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

How much is the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Peak Edition SE w/ Tech?

The manufacturer lists $48,060 for the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Peak Edition SE w/ Tech. That is $8,750 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.

What does the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Peak Edition SE w/ Tech add over the SE?

Against the SE, 15 features become standard that the SE does not and 8 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.