Volkswagen isn’t a new name in cars; the brand has been at the top of its game. Its SUV segment, in particular, has a lot of great options and trims within those options, leaving buyers spoilt for choice. While these SUVs aren’t particularly inexpensive, the safety features, build quality, tech offerings, and spacious interiors make up for the price tag. Here are 5 Volkswagen SUVs that are worth investing in right now:

1. Volkswagen Tiguan
This multifunctional SUV is Volkswagen’s bestseller. It differs from other compact crossovers due to its third-row seating. Other key features like a good fuel economy (an average of 26 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway), dynamic handling, a roomy, comfortable interior, and top-notch safety ratings make it one of the best Volkswagen SUVs today. The SUV has received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick Award for midsize SUVs every year since 2020. It is available in 4 trims: S starts at $28,880, SE starts at $31,580, SE R-Line Black starts at $34,580, and SEL R-Line starts at $38,880.

Some of the key specs in safety, performance, build, design, and technology are common across all trims of the Tiguan. So irrespective of the trim one chooses, they get a 2-liter TSI® 16-valve DOHC turbo 4-cylinder engine, LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system, an illuminated and carpeted cargo area with tie-down hooks, advanced airbag protection system with 6 airbags, electric power steering, rain-sensing, variable intermittent front wipers, and much more.

2. Volkswagen Taos
The smallest SUV in Volkswagen’s lineup is also its most fuel-efficient. The Taos features a turbocharged 1.5-liter engine delivering 158 horsepower and provides great fuel economy (an average of 28 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway). The Volkswagen Taos can seat up to five people and offers a 60/40 rear seat split for adjustable cargo storage. It comes in 3 trims: Taos S, which starts at $23,995, Taos SE starting at $28,165, and Taos SEL starting at $33,515.

Some common features across trims are a 1.5L TSI® 16-valve DOHC turbo 4-cylinder engine, LATCH child seat anchor points, front and rear side curtain airbags, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian monitoring, leather-wrapped gearshift knob, leatherette-wrapped heated multifunctional steering wheel, and IQ.DRIVE® suite of driver assistance features.

3. Volkswagen Atlas
This midsize SUV can easily accommodate up to 7 people with its optional third-row seating. Its adjustable rear heating and air conditioning make the long trips comfortable for all occupants. The Atlas has received a five-star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) since 2018, and safety is one of the SUV’s strongest selling points. The Volkswagen Atlas comes with an inline four-cylinder engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. It has 6 trims: the SE starts at $37,995, the SE with Technology at $42,100, the Peak Edition SE with Technology is priced at $46,990, the SEL at $48,880, Peak Edition SEL at $50,870 and finally, the top-end SEL Premium R-Line is available at a starting price of $52,890.

The latest Atlas has gone through a complete makeover, with a revamped exterior, swankier interior, the now standard 269-horsepower turbo-four powertrain, and upgraded infotainment system, along with better driver assistance technology and comfort features.

4. Volkswagen ID.4
Built off the Volkswagen MEB platform that is engineered for electric vehicles, the ID.4 is one of the best Volkswagen SUVs to buy now. With a 5-passenger capacity, an all-electric powertrain, the IQ.DRIVE® suite of driver assistance features, and a complimentary 3 years of unlimited charging at Electrify America DC Fast Chargers, the VW 1D.4 is available at a starting price of $38,995.

All Volkswagen ID.4 models come with capable acceleration, but the all-wheel drive models do offer additional power and traction. The ID.4 can be charged at home using a Level 2 charger, which can be purchased through a Volkswagen partner. With 45,000 public chargers available across the country, level 2 chargers are not difficult to find in public places like shopping centers and parking garages. DC fast charging or Level 3 stations found along highways and in some rest stops is another option to charge the SUV. According to Volkswagen, it takes between 30 and 36 minutes to go from 10% battery capacity to 80% using DC fast charging, and with level 2 charging, it takes anywhere between six to seven and a half hours, depending on the size of the battery.

The Volkswagen ID.4 comes in a whopping eight trim levels: Standard available for $38,995, Pro for 43,995, AWD Pro for $47,795, S for $43,995, Pro S for $48,995, AWD Pro S for $52,795, Pro S Plus for $51,445, and AWD Pro S Plus for $55,245.

5. Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
The Atlas Cross Sport is a crossover SUV that does away with the third-row seating of the traditional Atlas. Barring a few such changes in design, the Atlas and its sporty sibling, the Atlas Cross Sport, are quite similar in their specifications. 

Available in 5 trims and unique colors, the Atlas Cross Sport can generate up to 269 horsepower via a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. It comes with features like Poor Weather Lighting, which visibility in inclement weather, rain-sensing, variable intermittent front wipers, silver roof rails, 60/40 split folding rear seats, Climatronic® dual-zone automatic climate control with advanced air filter, and leatherette-wrapped multifunctional heated steering wheel with Tiptronic (paddle shifters). Buyers can also get a power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support, 8-speed automatic transmission, and driving mode selection for a smooth riding experience. When it comes to safety, the crossover SUV comes with an advanced airbag protection system, anti-lock braking system, electronic brake-pressure distribution, hydraulic brake assist, height-adjustable front safety belts with pretensioners and load limiters, LATCH system, travel assist, lane assist, emergency assist, and much more.

The Atlas Cross Sport SE starts at $36,985, SE with Technology is available for $41,090, SEL starts at $47,870, SEL R-Line starts at $49,320, and SEL Premium R-Line starts at $51,880.