Volkswagen Towing Capacity
Volkswagen Atlas Towing Capacity
Maximum conventional towing capacity for the Volkswagen Atlas by model year (2018–2026).
5,000 lbs
2026 Max Towing
1,500 lbs
2026 Max Payload
Atlas Towing Capacity by Year
Maximum conventional towing capacity when properly equipped.
| Year | Max Towing | Max Payload | Configuration for Max Tow |
|---|---|---|---|
2026Latest | 5,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L TSI • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch |
2025 | 5,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L TSI • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch |
2024 | 5,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L TSI • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch |
2023 | 5,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L TSI • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch |
2022 | 5,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 3.6L VR6 • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch |
2021 | 5,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 3.6L VR6 • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch |
2020 | 5,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 3.6L VR6 • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch |
2019 | 5,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 3.6L VR6 • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch |
2018 | 5,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 3.6L VR6 • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch |
2026Latest
5,000 lbsPayload: 1,500 lbs
2.0L TSI • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch
2025
5,000 lbsPayload: 1,500 lbs
2.0L TSI • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch
2024
5,000 lbsPayload: 1,500 lbs
2.0L TSI • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch
2023
5,000 lbsPayload: 1,500 lbs
2.0L TSI • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch
2022
5,000 lbsPayload: 1,500 lbs
3.6L VR6 • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch
2021
5,000 lbsPayload: 1,500 lbs
3.6L VR6 • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch
2020
5,000 lbsPayload: 1,500 lbs
3.6L VR6 • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch
2019
5,000 lbsPayload: 1,500 lbs
3.6L VR6 • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch
2018
5,000 lbsPayload: 1,500 lbs
3.6L VR6 • 4MOTION AWD • Trailer Hitch
Important: Towing capacities shown are maximum conventional towing when properly equipped. Actual capacity varies by trim, drivetrain, and towing package. Always consult your vehicle's owner manual before towing.
Always verify with the official source