cross-country version of the Volkswagen Atlas
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Volkswagen is preparing to release an all-terrain version of Atlas

As it turned out, on November 25, 2019, the German automaker filed a request for registration of the Basecamp trademark with the US Patent Office. The author of the “find” is the Carbuzz edition.

As it turned out, on November 25, 2019, the German automaker filed a request for registration of the Basecamp trademark with the US Patent Office. The author of the “find” is the Carbuzz edition.

Under the name Basecamp, an all-terrain variation of the Atlas model will enter the market. The Atlas Basecamp concept was introduced to the public in 2019 at the New York Auto Show.

Volkswagen has set itself the goal of developing Atlas with improved cross-country performance. A 7-seater crossover will be able to overcome serious obstacles along the way, while providing comfort to the driver and passengers. In the creation of new items will participate tuning studio from the United States APR.

Atlas Basecamp will have a matte gray body with original orange accents. A distinctive feature of the model is the LED panel on the roof. When choosing wheels, the creators chose the fifteen52 Traverse MX Concept, equipped with off-road tires.

The engine has not changed. Like the regular Atlas, the all-terrain version will be equipped with a 6-liter VR3,6 unit with 280 hp. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. Also under the hood, the car has a 4Motion all-wheel drive. cross-country version of the Volkswagen Atlas The major difference from the original version is the H&R lift kit, which extends the ground clearance by 25,4 mm. Also, the car will be equipped with a new multimedia system, "at the head" of which will be an 8-inch display. Cars are equipped with the latest driver assistance systems. The transmission is likely to be replaced, but there is no exact information regarding this point.

Presumably, the new Atlas will go on sale in 2021. The presentation of the all-terrain vehicle is expected closer to the end of 2020.

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