![2020_Atlas_Cross_Sport_-_Pure_Gray_-_SEL_Premium_R_Line-Small-10986](https://toyznation.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/23225315/2020_Atlas_Cross_Sport_-_Pure_Gray_-_SEL_Premium_R_Line-Small-10986-678x381.jpg)
I love the Paul Giamatti and Kieran Culkin Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport commercial.
![](https://toyznation.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/23231029/Volkswagen_introduces_all-new_Atlas_Cross_Sport_with_Excessive_Where_It_Matters_campaign-Large-11097-1024x576.jpg)
The messaging I got from the Ad spot is that the Cross Sport is a premium high content SUV, that is a wise investment for a celebrity.
![](https://toyznation.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/23231104/Volkswagen_introduces_all-new_Atlas_Cross_Sport_with_Excessive_Where_It_Matters_campaign-Large-11101-1024x435.jpg)
I tend to agree after my week spent around the Washington Metropolitan area in the V6 SEL R-Line.
![](https://toyznation.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/23225021/20200909_163720-1024x576.jpg)
In the SEL R-Line, you’re getting a lot of top-notch quality. This model features an eight-speed automatic with Tiptronic and formation, it has a 3.6-liter V6 engine.
![](https://toyznation.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/23224928/20200909_163559-1024x576.jpg)
With the 3.6 L V6, you get 276 HP and 266 lb-ft of torque. It also has a 5000lb towing capacity.
![](https://toyznation.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/23224902/20200914_161443-1024x576.jpg)
It gets an EPA rated 22 MPG on the Highway, but I’m able to get 27.8 miles per gallon using the think blue trainer. So it’s pretty fuel-efficient. The SEL R-Line is very well appointed. I love features like wireless charging, Android Auto, and Apple Carplay. These features are all part of Volkswagen’s car-net system.
![](https://toyznation.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/23224814/20200914_161144-1024x576.jpg)
I also loved the all-digital dash. A cool feature I loved was the ability to integrate the navigation into the configurable 10 in digital cockpit. The digital telematics system also has an 8-inch color display.
![](https://toyznation.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/23224750/20200914_152939-1024x576.jpg)
It integrates proximity sensors and a multimedia touchscreen. It also features a nice sound system in which I was able to listen to my song PARADISE that I wrote with the students at the Carnegie Mellon music department. The R-Line I was driving also comes standard with 21-inch alloy wheels.
![](https://toyznation.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/23224940/20200914_155244-1024x576.jpg)
It has several drive modes including snow, highway, mountain, and off-road. I also like the fit and finish in addition to the panoramic roof. This model I’m driving is fully loaded with a base price of $44,945. The delivered price is $46,200. the only option on it was just floor mats. So it’s standard as configured. The Cross Sport R-Line is truly an exceptional value. For more information visit www.vw.com.