Volkswagen Atlas Specs

Tire Pressure, Lug Nut Torque, Oil Capacity & More

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Quick Reference

103 ft-lb
Lug Nut Torque
36-38 PSI
Tire Pressure
5.3-6.3 qt
Oil Capacity
17mm
Lug Nut Socket

VW Atlas Tire Pressure (PSI)

Recommended tire pressure for Volkswagen Atlas models. Always verify with the door jamb sticker.

Year RangeModelFront PSIRear PSISpare
2021-2024Atlas (18" wheels)363660
2021-2024Atlas (20" wheels)383860
2021-2024Atlas SEL R-Line (21" wheels)383860
2020-2024Atlas Cross Sport (20" wheels)383860
2018-2020Atlas (18" wheels)363660
2018-2020Atlas (20" wheels)383860
Cross Sport Note: Atlas Cross Sport is a 2-row version (vs 3-row regular Atlas) with sportier styling. Uses same tire pressures as regular Atlas with matching wheel sizes.

VW Atlas Lug Nut Torque Specs

Year RangeModelTorque (ft-lb)Torque (Nm)Socket Size
2021-2024All Atlas Models10314017mm
2020-2024Atlas Cross Sport10314017mm
2018-2020All Atlas Models10314017mm
Torque Pattern: Use a star pattern. Tighten in 3 stages (30, 70, 103 ft-lb). Re-torque after 50-100 miles. VW uses ball-seat lug bolts (not nuts) - don't over-tighten.

VW Atlas Oil Capacity

YearEngineCapacity (qt)Capacity (L)Oil Type
2021-20243.6L VR6 (276 hp)6.36.00W-20
2021-20242.0L Turbo 4-cyl (235 hp)5.35.00W-20
2020-2024Cross Sport 3.6L VR66.36.00W-20
2020-2024Cross Sport 2.0L Turbo5.35.00W-20
2018-20203.6L VR66.36.00W-20
2018-20202.0L Turbo 4-cyl5.35.00W-20
VW Oil Specs: Use only VW 508 00 / 509 00 approved oil. Standard 0W-20 from auto parts stores may NOT meet VW specs. Oil change interval: 10,000 miles (normal) / 5,000 miles (severe). Atlas uses cartridge-style oil filter.

Additional Atlas Specs

Spark Plug Specs

EngineTorque (ft-lb)GapReplacement
3.6L VR6220.028"60,000 mi
2.0L Turbo TSI150.028"60,000 mi

Transmission & Differential Fluid

ComponentCapacityFluid Type
8-Speed Auto Transmission7.4 qtVW G 055 005 A2
Front Differential (4Motion AWD)0.95 qtVW G 052 171 A2
Rear Differential (4Motion AWD)1.1 qtVW G 052 171 A2
Haldex AWD Unit0.6 qtHaldex Gen 5 fluid
AWD Maintenance: Atlas 4Motion uses Haldex AWD system (electronic clutch-based). Service Haldex fluid every 20,000 miles for best performance. Front-wheel-drive models don't have differentials or Haldex unit.

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Recommended Tools & Parts for Atlas Maintenance

Essential tools and parts for maintaining your Volkswagen Atlas. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Torque Wrench

Digital Torque Wrench (20-150 ft-lb)

~$40-80
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Full Synthetic Oil

Full Synthetic 0W-20 Motor Oil (6.3 qt)

~$35-50
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VW Oil Filter

Volkswagen Genuine Oil Filter Cartridge

~$12-20
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Digital Tire Pressure Gauge

Digital Tire Pressure Gauge (0-100 PSI)

~$10-20
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