2027 Volkswagen Atlas first drive: new cabin, 282 hp and up to 15-inch screen

Volkswagen has redesigned its three-row Atlas for North America with new styling, a more premium cabin, a 282-hp 2.0-liter turbo four and an eight-speed automatic. The base SE gets a 12.9-inch display, higher trims a 15-inch screen and Harman Kardon audio; FWD models are rated at 25 mpg combined.

• 2.0 TSI engine makes 282 hp and 350 Nm, up 13 hp
• Displays measure 12.9 inches in SE and 15 inches in upper trims
• FWD fuel economy: 22/29/25 mpg city/highway/combined
• Gear selector moved to the steering column to free console space