What VW Vehicles Have the Best Towing Capacity?

Towing capacity makes a big difference if you plan to use your vehicle for working, camping, boating, and other activities that require large equipment. Check out these options at your Volkswagen dealer for the highest towing ability you’ll find from this brand.

What Vehicles at Your Volkswagen Dealer Have the Best Towing Capacity?

Volkswagen Atlas

This midsize SUV can tow up to 5,000 lbs. when you select the V6 engine and the tow package. Even if you don’t have the towing package or the upgraded powertrain, you’ll be able to tow up to 2,000 lbs. with your Atlas. It seats up to 7 passengers when you select the optional third row, with one of the highest cargo capacities in its class. The Atlas is the perfect SUV for road-trip enthusiasts, especially if you want to tow a camper, trailer, or boat.

The cabin of the Atlas ​comes standard with luxury features like heated front seats and synthetic leather upholstery. As for tech, you’ll get the dual-screen ​Digital Cockpit with a 6.5-inch ​touchscreen infotainment system. It has two USB ports and ​supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity.

Volkswagen ID.4

This electric SUV has an impressive towing ability for a compact SUV. You can transport up to 2,700 pounds with the all-wheel-drive Pro trim, which also comes with a built-in trailer hitch. The ID.4 Pro has two motors that provide a combined 295 horsepower, with a zero-to-60 time of just over 5 seconds. You’ll be able to travel up to 275 miles on a single charge, placing this VW in the long-range class of plug-in electric vehicles.

The ID.4 is also a great travel vehicle with expansive cargo space and generous standard features. It comes with a 12-inch touchscreen that supports VW’s latest infotainment system, including navigation, as well as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Volkswagen Tiguan

Despite its small size, the compact Tiguan lets you tow up to 1,500 pounds. It comes with a turbo-four engine that gets 184 hp and 221 lb.-ft. of torque. You can opt for either front-wheel or all-wheel drive, both paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. This is one of the few smaller SUVs that comes with an optional third row, providing seating for up to seven at an affordable value.

The Tiguan has a generous array of infotainment features in the base model, including an 8-inch touchscreen and an 8-inch Digital Cockpit information screen. A wireless hot spot, push-button start, and proximity key entry are also standard equipment in this SUV.

Are you ready to check out a new Volkswagen with plenty of towing prowess? Test drive any of these powerful vehicles in person today at Tom Bush Volkswagen.

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