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2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

19.5gal · 74 L

The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has a fuel tank capacity of 19.5 gallons (74 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 449–468 highway miles or 332–410 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

19.5 gal · Bigger than 63% of 2021 models we list.

Listed separately: 2021 Volkswagen Atlas (18.6–19.5 gal).

Highway range
449–468 mi
City range
332–410 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
19–22 MPG
EPA size class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 18 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank Fuel MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
S 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · FWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 21 / 24Range 410 / 468 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A FWD 19.5 gal74 L Premiumrecommended 21 / 24 410 / 468 mi
S 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 20 / 24Range 390 / 468 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A AWD 19.5 gal74 L Premiumrecommended 20 / 24 390 / 468 mi
SE 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · FWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 21 / 24Range 410 / 468 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A FWD 19.5 gal74 L Premiumrecommended 21 / 24 410 / 468 mi
SE 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 20 / 24Range 390 / 468 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A AWD 19.5 gal74 L Premiumrecommended 20 / 24 390 / 468 mi
SE w/Technology 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · FWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 21 / 24Range 410 / 468 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A FWD 19.5 gal74 L Premiumrecommended 21 / 24 410 / 468 mi
SE w/Technology 4dr SUV 3.6L 6cyl 8A · FWD · Regular MPG 18 / 23Range 351 / 449 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A FWD 19.5 gal74 L Regular 18 / 23 351 / 449 mi
SE w/Technology 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 20 / 24Range 390 / 468 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A AWD 19.5 gal74 L Premiumrecommended 20 / 24 390 / 468 mi
SE w/Technology 4dr SUV AWD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · AWD · Regular MPG 17 / 23Range 332 / 449 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A AWD 19.5 gal74 L Regular 17 / 23 332 / 449 mi
SE w/Technology R-Line 4dr SUV 3.6L 6cyl 8A · FWD · Regular MPG 18 / 23Range 351 / 449 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A FWD 19.5 gal74 L Regular 18 / 23 351 / 449 mi
SE w/Technology R-Line 4dr SUV AWD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · AWD · Regular MPG 17 / 23Range 332 / 449 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A AWD 19.5 gal74 L Regular 17 / 23 332 / 449 mi
SEL 4dr SUV 3.6L 6cyl 8A · FWD · Regular MPG 18 / 23Range 351 / 449 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A FWD 19.5 gal74 L Regular 18 / 23 351 / 449 mi
SEL 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 20 / 24Range 390 / 468 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A AWD 19.5 gal74 L Premiumrecommended 20 / 24 390 / 468 mi
SEL 4dr SUV AWD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · AWD · Regular MPG 17 / 23Range 332 / 449 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A AWD 19.5 gal74 L Regular 17 / 23 332 / 449 mi
SEL Premium 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 20 / 24Range 390 / 468 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A AWD 19.5 gal74 L Premiumrecommended 20 / 24 390 / 468 mi
SEL Premium 4dr SUV AWD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · AWD · Regular MPG 17 / 23Range 332 / 449 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A AWD 19.5 gal74 L Regular 17 / 23 332 / 449 mi
SEL Premium R-Line 4dr SUV AWD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · AWD · Regular MPG 17 / 23Range 332 / 449 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A AWD 19.5 gal74 L Regular 17 / 23 332 / 449 mi
SEL R-Line 4dr SUV 3.6L 6cyl 8A · FWD · Regular MPG 18 / 23Range 351 / 449 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A FWD 19.5 gal74 L Regular 18 / 23 351 / 449 mi
SEL R-Line 4dr SUV AWD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · AWD · Regular MPG 17 / 23Range 332 / 449 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A AWD 19.5 gal74 L Regular 17 / 23 332 / 449 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 19 MPG, a full 19.5-gallon tank covers about 371 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full19.5449332
3/414.6336249
1/29.8224166
1/44.911283
1/82.45641

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 789 gallons, roughly 40 full tanks.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
19–22 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
401–464 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
3–4 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

$83.26 to fill the 19.5-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
19.5 galRegular$4.27$83.26$62.45
19.5 galPremium$5.28$102.96$77.22

By region, 19.5-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$78.39
Midwest$4.27$83.26
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$72.15
Rocky Mountain$4.46$86.97
West Coast$5.42$105.69
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$114.85

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 19.5-gallon tank$83.26
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,371

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

Atlas Cross Sport tank size in other years

2021 is the first Atlas Cross Sport model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2026 Atlas Cross Sport 18.6 gal 502 mi
2025 Atlas Cross Sport 18.6 gal 484 mi
2024 Atlas Cross Sport 18.6 gal 502 mi
2023 Atlas Cross Sport 18.6 gal 465 mi
2022 Atlas Cross Sport 18.6 gal 465 mi
2021 Atlas Cross Sport 19.5 gal 468 mi
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport fuel tank by model year
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Every Atlas Cross Sport year 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport →

2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport vs similar 2021 SUVs

At 19.5 gallons, the Atlas Cross Sport's largest tank ranks third of the seven 2021 SUVs compared here. The Chevrolet Blazer carries the most (21.7 gal) and the Toyota Highlander the least (17.9 gal).

2021 modelTankLongest highway range
Chevrolet Blazer 19.4–21.7 gal 586 mi
Jeep Wrangler 17.5–21.5 gal 516 mi
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 19.5 gal 468 mi
Honda Pilot 19.5 gal 527 mi
Mazda CX-9 19.0–19.5 gal 532 mi
Kia Telluride 18.8 gal 489 mi
Toyota Highlander 17.9 gal 519 mi

Other 2021 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, out of 14 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Fuel injection system · InjectorsApr 13, 2022 · NHTSA 22V245000 · Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · 1,382 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Atlas FL and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The long fuel injectors may have been assembled without filters.

Risk and remedy

Risk: Long fuel injectors with missing filters may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the long fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24iD.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport?

The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport holds 19.5 gallons (74 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport gas tank hold?

The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport tank holds 74 liters, or 19.5 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport gas tank?

No. AWD and FWD versions of the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport use the same 19.5 gal tank.

How far can a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport go on a full tank?

About 449–468 miles on the highway and 332–410 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport go on a quarter tank?

About 112 highway miles or 83 in town from the 19.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.9 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport take?

Regular unleaded, or Premium unleaded (recommended), depending on the engine. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 19.5-gallon tank from empty costs $83.26. It ranges from $72.15 in the Gulf Coast to $114.85 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport?

About 121 pounds for the 19.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport have a bigger gas tank than the Toyota Highlander?

Yes. The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport holds up to 19.5 gallons; the 2021 Toyota Highlander holds up to 17.9.

Has the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport: 22V245000 (fuel injection system · injectors). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Volkswagen fuel system recalls).

Does your owner's manual say something different? Let us know and we'll fix it. More on how we check the numbers.

Other 2021 Volkswagen models

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