Help me decide between 2019 VW Atlas and 2018 Toyota Highlander

[Anonymous]

For both used cars, price and mileage are the same, so those aren't a factor.

I really like both. the VW is slightly cuter and more cargo space, which is important to me, but I owned a camry 15 yrs ago and had a great experience, so that left me with a positive impression of Toyota.

I am looking for something I can drive for a decade. This will be the car we use for long family trips. Two kids.

[Anonymous]

What's the price and trim level on the highlander?

[Anonymous]

Since you want it for a decade, I would choose the Highlander. I agree the Atlas is more attractive & more enjoyable to drive. But, who knows how long it will last you.

[Anonymous]

Highlander is more reliable.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Highlander is more reliable.

+ 1

[Anonymous]

I'd go Highlander. Almost always choose Toyota/Honda over a VW if all else is equal.

[Anonymous]

I have the 2019 Atlas and love it. We've taken it on several long haul road trips with kids and dog. Extremely spacious. That said I'm not sure on the longevity piece? We are just leasing it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'd go Highlander. Almost always choose Toyota/Honda over a VW if all else is equal.

+1

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I have the 2019 Atlas and love it. We've taken it on several long haul road trips with kids and dog. Extremely spacious. That said I'm not sure on the longevity piece? We are just leasing it.

This is what is tempting me -- the cargo space in Atlas. It's almost 10 cubic sq ft more than the Highlander.

But yes -- looking to keep for a decade

- OP

[Anonymous]

Definitley highlander unless it’s been in a wreck. Why is someone getting rid of a 2019 vw? Ask yourself that question? Because vw makes junk.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I have the 2019 Atlas and love it. We've taken it on several long haul road trips with kids and dog. Extremely spacious. That said I'm not sure on the longevity piece? We are just leasing it.

This is what is tempting me -- the cargo space in Atlas. It's almost 10 cubic sq ft more than the Highlander.

But yes -- looking to keep for a decade

- OP

The vw won’t last a decade more.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Definitley highlander unless it’s been in a wreck. Why is someone getting rid of a 2019 vw? Ask yourself that question? Because vw makes junk.

LOL, why is someone getting rid of their highlander?

[Anonymous]

OP, it's likely that a new Highlander makes much better financial sense. If you share the price and trim level, we can help you figure out how much a new one would cost.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Definitley highlander unless it’s been in a wreck. Why is someone getting rid of a 2019 vw? Ask yourself that question? Because vw makes junk.

Hey so this is a great question -- I just assumed that plenty of people trade-in as their normal

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Definitley highlander unless it’s been in a wreck. Why is someone getting rid of a 2019 vw? Ask yourself that question? Because vw makes junk.

Hey so this is a great question -- I just assumed that plenty of people trade-in as their normal

Plenty of dealer service loaner or demo cars are used for a year (or less) and then sold, so plenty of 1 year old cars are put on the market from that route.

People's needs also change. Someone buys a car then moves to a new city and finds their car doesn't suit their new lifestyle/space/needs.

All that said, OP if you want long-term reliability get the Highlander.