SEL Premium R-Line AWD
What the SEL Premium R-Line adds over the SE (+$15,320)
| Spec | SE | SEL Premium R-Line |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4317 lbs | 4636 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4317 lbs | 4636 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5710 lbs | 5930 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 20 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 23 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 27 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $39,310 | $54,630 |
| Tire size | 245/60 R18 | 265/45 R21 |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 21 in |
| Wheel width | 8 in | 9 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 115V power outlet in 2nd row, 12-speaker Harmon/Kardon premium audio system, 21-inch two-tone machined alloy wheels w/ all-season tires, Additional USB-C ports in storage console and rearview mirror (8 total), Ambient lighting, Area View (Overhead View Camera), Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/ HomeLink, Dynamic Road Sign Display, Four-way lumbar support, Head-up Display, Headrest Perforation, Heated 2nd-row outboard seats, Heated washer nozzles, Illuminated logo and lightbar, Leather seating surfaces w/ diamond stitch pattern, Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel, Massage function for front seats, Panoramic sunroof, Park Assist (Parking Steering Assistant), Park Distance Control, Park Distance Control, Power driver's seat (10-way) w/ memory, Power lifegate w/ Easy Open & Close, Power passenger seat (8-way), Power-folding side mirrors w/ puddle lights, Predictive ACC, Rear sunshades, Remote start, Silver roof rails, Stainless steel pedal caps, Trailer hitch
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 335 mm |
| Front brake type | Vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 310 mm |
| Rear brake type | Vented disc |
| Parking brake type | Electro-mechanical |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 96.6 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 55.5 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 20.6 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 153.7 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Car-Net |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 6.3 in |
| Overall height | 70.4 in |
| Overall length | 200.7 in |
| Overall width | 78.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 117.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1984 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L inline four cylinder, 16V, turbocharged/intercooled, TSI (EA888evo4) |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 269 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 21 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 25 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 18.6 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 41.3 in |
| Second-row headroom | 40.4 in |
| Third-row headroom | 38.3 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.7 in |
| Second-row legroom | 37.6 in |
| Third-row legroom | 33.7 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $54,630 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 7 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 61.5 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 60.5 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54.9 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack and pinion: electric power assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 20 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Strut-type with lower control arms, coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multilink with coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 265/45 R21 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.2 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4636 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4636 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5930 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1102 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 21 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 9 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety15 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
- Area View (Overhead View Camera)
- 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
- Cruise control
- Dynamic Road Sign Display
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Intelligent Crash Response System
- Light Assist (High Beam Control for headlights)
- Park Assist (Parking Steering Assistant)
- Predictive ACC
- Direct tire pressure monitoring system
Infotainment12 std · 0 opt
- 12-speaker Harmon/Kardon premium audio system
- 15W Wireless charging
- Additional USB-C ports in storage console and rearview mirror (8 total)
- App-Connect
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Car-Net
- Head-up Display
- Heated multifunction steering wheel w/ shift paddles
- MIB3 12.0-inch touchscreen w/ HD, SiriusXM with 360L (3-mo Platinum Plan trial), and USB-C (6 ports)
- Voice Control
- Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro w/ 10.25-inch display
- Wireless App-Connect
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
Seating10 std · 1 opt
- Heated front seats
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated 2nd-row outboard seats
- Power driver's seat (10-way) w/ memory
- Four-way lumbar support
- 2nd row bench
- Headrest Perforation
- Leather seating surfaces w/ diamond stitch pattern
- Massage function for front seats
- Power passenger seat (8-way)
- 2nd row Captain's Chairsoptional
Interior6 std · 0 opt
- Heated multifunction steering wheel w/ shift paddles
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/ HomeLink
- Ambient lighting
- Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel
- Rear sunshades
- Stainless steel pedal caps
Exterior11 std · 0 opt
- Panoramic sunroof
- Power-folding side mirrors w/ puddle lights
- 21-inch two-tone machined alloy wheels w/ all-season tires
- Automatic headlights
- Heated washer nozzles
- Illuminated logo and lightbar
- LED headlights w/ LED DRLs and AFS
- LED taillights
- Power-adjustable, heated side mirrors
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Silver roof rails
Powertrain1 std · 0 opt
- 4Motion AWD
Cargo1 std · 0 opt
- Trailer hitch
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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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How to compare cover →Common questions about the SEL Premium R-Line
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line?
The manufacturer lists $54,630 for the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium R-Line. That is $15,320 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 SEL Premium R-Line add over the SE?
Against the SE, 31 features become standard that the SE does not and 10 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.