Volkswagen Arteon
A sharp-suited executive fastback blending grand tourer style with MQB-platform practicality.
- Power
- 280 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.4 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
About the Volkswagen Arteon
Launched as the successor to the CC, the Arteon was positioned as Volkswagen's flagship executive model above the Passat. The R-Line trim with the 280 PS 2.0 TSI engine and 4Motion all-wheel drive served as the range-topping performance variant until the arrival of the dedicated 'R' model. It is built on the modular MQB platform, offering a longer wheelbase than the Passat for increased rear legroom and a distinctive clamshell bonnet. The driving experience is focused on refined high-speed cruising rather than outright sports car agility, aided by standard Dynamic Chassis Control.
Volkswagen Arteon specs
The Volkswagen Arteon produces 280 bhp (209 kW) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.4 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Model | Arteon |
| Trim | Arteon R-Line 2.0 TSI |
| Years | 2017–2023 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Original price | About $45,000 when new |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,984 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 280 bhp (209 kW) at 5,100 rpm |
| Torque | 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.4 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 7-speed dual-clutch |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,716 kg (3,783 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 163 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Volkswagen Arteon worth?
Its original price when new was about $45,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. How values are estimated
Volkswagen Arteon rarity in CarSpot
The Volkswagen Arteon is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 23 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
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Volkswagen Arteon fun facts
- The Arteon's name is derived from 'Art' and 'Eon', the latter being Volkswagen's suffix for its premium models like the Phideon.
- Despite its sleek 'four-door coupé' silhouette, the Arteon is actually a five-door liftback, offering a substantial 563 litres of boot space.
- The 280 PS engine used in this 2018 model is a detuned version of the EA888 unit found in the contemporary Golf R.