Volkswagen crossovers and SUVs are some of the most capable vehicles on the market for customers to buy. Not only does each vehicle offer great cargo space, fuel economy, technology, luxury, and comfort, but Volkswagen ensured that each model can easily tow a healthy amount of weight. Let’s break down the individual towing capacities for each model, starting from the smallest crossover to the largest SUV…
You have probably noticed that Volkswagen has paused sales of its ID.Buzz for the 2026 model year. While some welcomed the new electric bus with its heritage design and advanced technology, there was a sense that you wanted more from it. If you read the various automobile media outlets and social media, there is a rumor that the ID.Buzz may return for the 2027 model year. In…
It has been said recently that the 2026 Volkswagen Taos and the Tiguan look identical. However, they are two very distinct SUVs in different size classes. Because they follow the latest Volkswagen design language, showing a bold face, with a lower air intake grille and LED lighting elements, they have a similar look. In the rear, they also use similar LED taillight designs, including…
You’ve done your research. You know the Atlas has three rows, a 12-inch screen, and more cargo space than most buyers ever use. But specs on a page only go so far. Elijah at Bud Brown Volkswagen in Olathe walks you through exactly what happens during a test drive, so you know what to expect before you ever…
Two of the best sedans you can buy on the market today are the Volkswagen Jetta and its sportier sibling, the GLI, especially with a manual transmission. The standard Jetta, however, is no slouch and is one of the few cost-conscious cars still available. While more and more people want crossovers and SUVs, there are still plenty of buyers who want a quality four-door sedan…
Volkswagen took center stage at the 2026 New York International Auto Show with the debut of the 2027 Atlas. With an all-new platform, technology, performance, exterior, and interior design, the upcoming 2027 Atlas will continue to be a choice for families seeking space and German engineering. The 2027 Atlas moves to the MQB evo platform, currently underpinning the latest…
Sixty years ago, the entry-level Volkswagen model became an icon. So much so that you already know what it is without us having to mention it. The Taos is the brand’s current entry-level model. While it may never reach icon status, it is a much better vehicle in every way, particularly aimed at singles and young families with sophisticated tastes. An icon in…
The first Golf GTI (initially called the Rabbit GTI in the U.S.) debuted as a 1976 model, and simple math shows that the GTI is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. That celebration is likely to take many forms, including the promised Golf GTI Edition 5001 model. One of the first ways VW is recognizing the anniversary is by bringing…
The Volkswagen Atlas is the manufacturer’s largest and arguably most sophisticated model. To highlight some of the ways that make the Atlas special for its class, Bud Brown Volkswagen produced a 2026 Atlas video with product specialists Elijah and Vigo, showcasing lesser-known attributes of the model in its flagship form that may not stand out in a typical spec list. Owning the Night It starts with a discussion…
Avoiding excess baggage, both figuratively and literally, is what all mid-size 2-row SUVs are about, and the Atlas Cross Sport is no exception. Like its competitors, the Atlas Cross Sport is a shorter, sportier version of the 3-row SUV in the brand’s lineup, making it ideal for people who appreciate mid-size spaciousness but don’t need a third…
