Which is the most popular engine in the Volkswagen Arteon?

The petrol engine seems to be the most popular, but not by much more than the diesel. In comparison, hybrid models aren't popular among used cars yet, but they may grow in popularity over the coming years.

Which are the most popular model variants?

Volkswagen currently offers the Arteon in three model variants: Elegance, R-Line and R. The R-Line has been the most popular with its upgraded technology and style. Newer models come equipped with 19-inch alloy wheels, privacy glass and ambient lighting.

What optional extras should I look out for?

You can look out for the panoramic sunroof, which has tilting and sliding functions to ensure the right amount of sunlight and airflow. There are also upgraded interior materials worth looking for, such as premium Nappa leather upholstery.

Is the Volkswagen Arteon a good family car?

Despite its sporty appearance, the Arteon is a great family car. The large size ensures that everyone has room to stretch out and the ample boot space can hold everyone's luggage on a holiday adventure.

Is there a hybrid version of the Volkswagen Arteon?

The plug-in hybrid Arteon creates a combined 214bhp, resulting in a 7.6-second 0-60mph time. When charged, it can offer an electric-only driving range of up to 34 miles.

Is the Volkswagen Arteon available as an automatic?

The Arteon has been built with an automatic transmission, which is the most popular option among the used models. There are some manual gearbox models to choose from, but they are harder to find.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

Volkswagen built the Arteon with the option of front- or four-wheel drive. Customers who desire more traction and control may wish to look for a used Arteon with four-wheel drive.

267 Used Volkswagen Arteon cars for sale

Volkswagen Arteon2024 (74) - 2.0 TSI Elegance 5dr DSG

Low Mileage

£29,990

2L
5.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Listers Volkswagen Coventry

02476936618 *

Volkswagen Arteon2024 (74) - 1.4 TSI eHybrid R-Line 5dr DSG

Reduced

£34,995

Finance available £698 pm

1.4L
6.0K
Miles
Hybrid
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Basingstoke Volkswagen

01256634772 *

Volkswagen Arteon2022 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

£23,950

Finance available £471 pm

2L
43.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Jack Reid Cars Carrickfergus

02893448937 *

Volkswagen Arteon2018 (18) - 2.0 TSI R-Line Fastback DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,000

Finance available £335 pm

2L
45.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Car Planet Watford

01923927636 *

4.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Arteon2020 - 2.0 TDI EVO SCR R-Line 5dr DSG

£21,380

Finance available £419 pm

2L
47.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Kelso Car Sales

02886273269 *

Volkswagen Arteon2024 (73) - 1.4 TSI eHybrid R-Line 5dr DSG Hatchback

Low Mileage

£28,688

1.4L
9.5K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
Hatchback

Vertu Volkswagen Huddersfield

01484501073 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Arteon2018 (06) - 2.0 TSI R-Line 5dr DSG

£8,995

Finance available £179 pm

2L
120.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Ayan Autos Uk Ltd

02037587498 *

Volkswagen Arteon2019 (69) - 2.0 TSI R-Line Fastback DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£20,990

Finance available £411 pm

2L
36.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Prestige Cars Agent Group Ltd

02039375221 *

Volkswagen Arteon2018 (18) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Fastback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£14,995

Finance available £313 pm

2L
73.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Cars4You Edinburgh West

01313226854 *

Volkswagen Arteon2023 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

£26,995

Finance available £534 pm

2L
33.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Clive Hamilton Motors

02890023155 *

Volkswagen Arteon2021 - 2.0 TSI R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

£22,559

2L
30.3K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Honda Leicester

01164785122 *

Volkswagen Arteon2022 (72) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Shooting Brake DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£22,795

Finance available £448 pm

2L
31.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

H2 Autos Ltd

01782917254 *

Volkswagen Arteon2018 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

£18,450

Finance available £358 pm

2L
59.3K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Roy Hanna Motors

02894338774 *

Volkswagen Arteon2020 (70) - 2.0 TDI R-Line Fastback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps)

£19,895

Finance available £388 pm

2L
49.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Evolve Motor Company

01633741704 *

4.6/5 Stars

Volkswagen Arteon2017 (67) - 2.0 TSI R-LINE DSG 5-Door

Reduced

£10,990

Finance available £223 pm

2L
113.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Direct Part X

01924667333 *

3.3/5 Stars

Volkswagen Arteon2018 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG

£16,450

Finance available £345 pm

2L
81.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

Brian McManus Car Sales Ltd

02890021675 *

Volkswagen Arteon2017 - 2.0 TSI Elegance 5dr DSG

£12,450

Finance available £256 pm

2L
103.0K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Auto Pro X

02895908086 *

Volkswagen Arteon2019 (19) - 2.0 TSI R-Line Fastback 5dr Petrol DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) (272 ps)

Reduced

£16,200

Finance available £340 pm

2L
62.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hammond Cars Ipswich

01473927579 *

4.5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Arteon2019 - TSI R-Line 5-Door

£14,000

Finance available £290 pm

2L
107.9K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Walters Motor Group Loddon

01603937289 *

4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Arteon2022 - 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr DSG Auto

£24,488

2L
35.1K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Marshall Volkswagen South Oxford

01235429705 *

Why buy a used Volkswagen Arteon?

If you're in the market for a car that's stylish, premium and spacious, then a used Volkswagen Arteon is a great choice. The five-door coupé provides ample room for four people in its refined and comfortable cabin. The car has a solid build and comes equipped with a large amount of standard kit, and it's a lot of fun to drive on the motorway.

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Pros

Stunning looks
Very spacious
Lots of standard kit

Cons

Rivals are better to drive
Lacks badge appeal of rivals
Quite pricey in top guises

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Used Volkswagen Arteon buying guide

Engines and transmissions

Volkswagen has supplied the Arteon with diesel, hybrid and petrol powertrains, equipped with a manual or an automatic transmission and front- or four-wheel drive.

Petrol

1.5 TSI is rated for 147bhp helps it hit 60mph in 8.7 seconds, with an efficiency rating of 43.0mpg.
2.0-litre outputs 187bhp for a 7.5-second 0-60mph time and an efficiency rating of 41.5mpg.
R models have an upgraded 2.0-litre rated for 315bhp that can hit 60mph in just 4.7 seconds, but efficiency drops to 32.2mpg.
Plug-in hybrid makes a combined 214bhp for a 7.6-second 0-60mph time and an electric-only driving range of up to 34 miles per charge.

Diesel

2.0 TDI creates 147bhp for a 0-60mph time of 9.1 seconds and an efficiency rating of 59mpg.
Upgraded 2.0 TDI can output 197bhp, reducing the 0-60mph time to 7.6 seconds and retaining an efficiency rating of around 54mpg.

Practicality

The large size of the Volkswagen Arteon creates a huge amount of room in the interior, making this premium car very practical.

Interior space

Front seats offer a lot of adjustments, ensuring that even tall adults can fit comfortably.
Two outer rear seats can hold adults of any size, while the middle seat might be better suited for a child.
ISOFIX mounting points are found in the back for securing child seats.

Boot space

575-litre boot is only slightly less than the Passat.
e-Hybrid models lose about 140 litres of boot space because of the batteries.
Folding down the rear seats creates up to 1,557 litres of space.
Hatchback design makes loading and unloading easier than a standard saloon.

Safety

Euro NCAP gave the Arteon a perfect five-star rating in 2017.
Showcasing its safety, the adult occupant rating is 96%.
Standard kit includes several cameras, traffic jam assist and lane keeping assist.

Technology

Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto offer seamless connections.
Available 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment display and 12.3-inch instrument display add more technology to the cabin.
Available ambient lighting is available in 30 different colours.

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