Best Volkswagen for Towing

If you need a new vehicle to tow your trailer, boat, or camper around the Marion area, Volkswagen has a lineup of capable SUVs and wagons up to the task. Volkswagen of Marion has an expansive selection of competitively priced vehicles with an unparalleled reputation for quality and safety.

We invite you to explore the lineup at our West Deyoung Street showroom. One of our friendly, professional team members will answer your questions and let you take your preferred model for a test drive.

2024 Volkswagen Atlas: Haul It All With the Atlas

Finally, there’s a large SUV with the towing capacity to match. Volkswagen has updated the 2024 Atlas engine with a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder model and an eight-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain produces 269 horsepower, 263 lb-ft of torque, and tows up to 5,000 pounds. That’s enough towing capacity to bring your bass boat to Crab Orchard Lake for a day of fishing.

The Atlas comes in a capable front-wheel-drive platform, or you can opt for Volkswagen’s 4MOTION all-wheel-drive (AWD) with Active Control. The AWD system has multiple drive modes that enhance your traction and control, adding another level of safety to your towing drives. A rear camera system sends a live video to your infotainment screen to make hitching your trailer a breeze.

Additional systems such as Electronic Brake-Pressure Distribution (EBD) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) make towing more manageable and safer. The EBD helps your Volkswagen Atlas and trailer come to a controlled stop during hard braking. The ESC has six stability-enhancing systems to keep your SUV and trailer heading in your intended direction.

2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport: Sleek Style With Stunning Towing Capability

The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport rides the same platform as its larger sibling but drops the third row for a sportier look thanks to its sloping roof line. Volkswagen has equipped the 2024 Atlas Cross Sport with the same 2.0-liter turbo-four engine and eight-speed automatic transmission.

The Atlas Cross Sport engine has the same power output as the Atlas, which means that most models can tow up to 5,000 pounds. That’s enough power to tow your pop-up camper to Shawnee National Forest for a weekend of hiking, fishing, and camping. The SE trim has a 2,000-pound towing capacity, an aftermarket hitch, and a braked trailer. Volkswagen includes hitch preparation only on the SE trim.

You also get the same choices between front- and all-wheel drive plus the EBD and ESC systems. The Atlas Cross Sport also has in-vehicle navigation to help you get around Marion, avoid traffic, and find your favorite fishing spots.

2024 Volkswagen ID.4 EV: Electrifying Towing Performance

The all-electric Volkswagen ID.4 takes electrified driving to new and exciting levels. You have a single-motor rear-drive option that generates 201 horsepower and a dual-motor AWD configuration that pumps out 330 horsepower.

The rear-wheel-drive trim can tow up to 2,200 pounds when properly equipped, and the AWD option boosts your towing capacity to 2,700 pounds. You can load up your Jet Skis and, with a maximum driving range of 275 miles, bring them to the Ohio River for a day of fun in the sun.

2024 Volkswagen Taos: A Versatile, Adventure-Ready SUV

The midsize Volkswagen Taos has the maneuverability to scoot around Marion streets and the performance to leave the pavement in the rearview mirror. A 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with 158 horsepower provides the power, while Volkswagen’s available AWD system delivers the traction and control you expect.

The smaller Taos has a towing capacity of 1,500 pounds with the proper equipment. That’s plenty of power to tow your dirt bikes up to the Little Egypt Offroad Motorcycle Club and tear up the track.

2024 Volkswagen Tiguan: A Towing Tiger on Wheels

Volkswagen has equipped the 2024 Tiguan with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 16 valves and an eight-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain puts out 184 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque.

Front-wheel-drive models of the Volkswagen Tiguan have three rows of seating, while AWD trims have two rows. The Tiguan towing capacity tops out at 1,500 pounds. We recommend the AWD model for adventurous families who want to tow their ATVs to Wrights Offroad Park and get a little dirty on the weekends.

Volkswagen IQ.DRIVE Technology Enhances Towing

Volkswagen has a long history of producing safe vehicles. In addition to crash protection features such as steel cages, crumple zones, and air bag systems, Volkswagen now adds IQ.DRIVE — a suite of crash-prevention and driver-assist technologies — to all its vehicles.

IQ.DRIVE includes Travel Assist, which provides steering support and throttle control for a semi-automated driving experience. The Adaptive Cruise Control system uses similar technology to automatically adjust your speed while in traffic and reduce driver fatigue on those long towing trips across the Mississippi River.

An Active Blind Spot Monitor system gives you eyes where you usually can’t see. This system uses sensors to scan your blind spots, alerting you when vehicles enter them. This system allows for confident lane changes with your trailer.

The Front Assist system scans the road ahead, alerting you to potential hazards. If you fail to react to the visual and audio alerts, the system will automatically engage emergency braking to help mitigate or avoid a possible accident.

Volkswagen’s new Emergency Assist system takes safety to the next level. This system can detect when the driver has lost the ability to drive. It provides multiple alerts before it activates emergency protocols. If you remain unresponsive, Emergency Assist brings your Volkswagen to a controlled stop, helping you and others on the road stay safer.

Explore the Towing Capacities of the Volkswagen Lineup in Marion Today

You can tow confidently with any Volkswagen vehicle if you select a suitable model for your towing needs. For smaller towing jobs, the Taos and Tiguan models make sense. The Atlas Cross Sport SE trim can handle most medium-duty towing up to 2,000 pounds. Heavier loads require the midsize Atlas Cross Sport or the full-size Atlas SUV, which tows up to 5,000 pounds.

We invite you to shop our virtual inventory to explore features you like. For a more personalized experience, visit our showroom and talk with our team. We’ll answer your questions and let you test-drive your preferred Volkswagen.

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