Interior

The Alltrack provides plenty of cargo space so you can store everything from sports equipment to Christmas presents, work-related items and just about anything else. All in all, 66.5 cubic feet of cargo room is available once the back seats are folded. These seats are 60/40-split fold and have a handy center pass-through. The Alltrack's ride is quite comfy even when turns are taken at a fairly high rate of speed. Critics have raved about the vehicle's power-recline front and back seats. You lean back into them for an extensive road trip and enjoy ample support for the entire ride. Upgrade to the SEL trims bolstered power seats and you just might be tempted to take the Alltrack for an extra spin around the block. The seats really are that comfortable. The vehicle's atmosphere is incredibly relaxing thanks to the ambient lighting placed throughout the cabin.

Additional highlights of the vehicle's interior include:

• Minimal engine noise
• Easily reachable dual-zone climate controls
• A massive panoramic sunroof that brings ample sunshine into the cabin
• Tall drivers will be especially pleased with the leather trim steering wheel's extensive telescoping range

Technology

The Alltrack features an intuitive 6.5-inch central touchscreen with detailed graphics. The navigation system is easy enough for computer novices to master in little time. Drivers are ecstatic about the voice-control system's ease of use. You can implement your smartphone with Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. Apps like Spotify, Pandora and TuneIn web radio can be used with ease. Additional Alltrack technology features include:

• Heated seats
• Heated side mirrors
• Bluetooth keyless entry
• Ignition power seats
• Power windows
• Power locks

The Alltrack sound system provides:

• 8 speakers
• Satellite radio
• HD radio
• Auxiliary audio
• SD and USB card inputs
• CD player

Performance

Pop the hood and you will find a 4-cylinder engine with 1.8 liters, 199 pound feet of torque and 170 horses. The transmission is a six-speed dual-clutch automatic. If you have your heart set on a manual transmission, don't fret. VW has you covered. The automaker's engineers recently provided buyers with the option of adding a six-speed manual transmission to the Alltrack. The manual transmission is exclusive to the Alltrack SE trim.

Safety

The Alltrack is designed with slim pillars for optimal visibility. Alltrack safety features include:

• A rearview camera
• Navigation
• Car-Net Service and Security Telematic systems
• Forward collision warning system
• Autonomous emergency braking
• Steering guidance to facilitate parallel and perpendicular parking
• Adaptive cruise control
• Front and back parking sensors
• Xenon headlights that bend in the vehicle's direction are available in the Driver Assist package