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Best Tires for Volkswagen Atlas

The Volkswagen Atlas is the most family-oriented vehicle in the VW lineup — a three-row SUV designed to compete directly with the Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander. Atlas owners expect European driving composure alongside genuine family-hauler versatility. The right tires deliver confident wet handling and long life without the harshness of aggressive all-terrain designs.

Common Volkswagen Atlas tire sizes

Atlas (2018-current): 235/60R18 (S, SE), 235/55R19 (SE Technology, SEL), 255/45R20 (SEL Premium).

Atlas Cross Sport (2020-current): 225/55R19 (SE), 235/50R20 (SE Technology, SEL).

The 235/55R19 covers a large portion of current Atlas inventory.

Best tires — Atlas (235/55R19 and 235/60R18)

Michelin CrossClimate2 in 235/55R19: the best all-around choice — 3PMSF rating, quiet ride, excellent wet grip, and long tread life matching the Atlas holding period.

Continental PureContact LS in 235/60R18: excellent touring performance with refined NVH for the cabin. Good wet braking at a competitive price.

Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack in 235/55R19: for Atlas owners whose priority is a quiet highway cabin — engineered for low noise.

Frequently asked

How much do Volkswagen Atlas tires cost?

235/60R18: $125–180 per tire. 235/55R19: $140–195 per tire. 255/45R20: $155–225 per tire. A set of four installed (235/55R19): $560–780.

Last updated 2026-06-27. General guidance only — confirm specifics with a local shop for your exact vehicle.

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