Volkswagenâs sleek five-door fastback, Arteon, has gained an upgrade in the engine department, and now itâs boasting some serious numbers. This is no performance car, however, with the folks at Volkswagen seeking to strike a real balance between practicality and power. Oh, and it doesnât look too bad, either.
The Arteonâs New Range-Topping Engine
So, the engine. Itâs a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged TSI petrol engine, generating some generous torque. Thatâs 350nm, with the engine producing 5,100 to 6,500 rpm. It is this engine which allows the Arteon to accelerate from 0-62 mph a whopping 0.8 seconds faster than a Golf GTI Performance. The top speed? 155 mph. Thatâs quick.
The impressive powertrain is available for both versions of the Arteon, thatâs the R-Line (the sportier edition) and the Elegance (the luxurious edition), so youâre guaranteed power no matter what trim level you choose, should you invest in the ultra-modern machine. Indeed, the only Volkswagen to out-perform the Arteon is the companyâs flagship performance model: the Golf R.
Never Mind the Engine, the Arteon Has Much More to it
I hear your cries. âHow will the car handle that power?â Well, both Arteon versions come equipped with VWâs 4MOTION all-wheel drive system, ensuring grip and traction when testing the engine and pushing the car to its limits. A reassuring measure for those interested in safety and those interested in optimal performance and stability when handling corners.
The 4MOTION system is coupled with the carâs ESC (Electronic Stability Control), ASR (Anti-Slip Regulation), and EDS (Electronic Differential Lock) systems to provide even more traction, stability, and safety.
The Arteon: Striking the Balance
So whilst the Arteon boasts a high top speed and rapid acceleration with its meaty TSI petrol engine, as well as promising optimum traction and handling with its all-wheel drive system 4MOTION, the Arteon has yet more to offer.
Firstly the Arteon is a five-door, promising no compromise in space in exchange for the Arteonâs power. Thereâs 563 litres of luggage space in the back, further extendable to 1,557 litres with the rear seats folded down. So no matter if youâre driving solo or ferrying a family of five, the Arteon is suitable.
Importantly, the Arteon is not uneconomical. With the greater power on offer, youâre not compromising on running costs. The Arteon emits 160 g/km CO2 and returning 40.4 mpg on the combined cycle.
The Arteon range starts at ÂŁ32,745 RRP OTR in Elegance specification, and ÂŁ33,530 RRP OTR in R-Line form, and is available to order now across the Volkswagen UK Retailer network.