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The Atlas is Cars.com’s Best 3-Row SUV of 2017

Although it was accused of being late to the big SUV party, Volkswagen has proven that the wait was worth it. The new Atlas has taken the first of what’s sure to be many accolades as the year comes to a close, winning the title of “Best 3-Row SUV of 2017” from cars.com.

Not only did the Atlas beat market stalwarts like the Chevrolet Traverse, the Honda Pilot, and the Toyota Highlander–it beat them by a lot.

“Volkswagen’s first SUV with a standard three rows of seats won this competition by one of the larger margins in Cars.com Challenge history,” said Jennifer Newman, Cars.com editor-in-chief. “The all-new three-row SUV stole the show with its refined driving manners, ample passenger and cargo space, and easy-to-use technology.”

Entry into the competition required the tested cars not to cost more than $46,000 MSRP (including all options and destination charges). The decision, meanwhile, was based on 12 categories, including second-row comfort, cargo space, powertrain, and more. Safety features also counted for extra points.

Volkswagen was, predictably, pleased about the award.

“We are so proud of this win for the all-new Atlas,” said Derrick Hatami, Executive VP of Sales and Marketing. “Adding a three-row SUV to our lineup has been a long time coming, so it was paramount to get it right. Coming out first in a head-to-head comparison with several key competitors is evidence that we are doing just that.”

Our own Atlas comparison found, similarly, that the VW outshone the competition.

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