The artsy one!
When it comes to style, the four-door Arteon for 2023, a true family sedan complete with hatchback, checks several boxes! It is not only an all-out handsome, but it’s also part sculpture, complete with timeless style and tasteful details that will surely impress! With a refined, spacious interior and a modern appeal, the Arteon for 2023, starting at $44,305, takes curb appeal to the next level. See what the artsy one is all about!
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A peak inside/out!
Good, quality materials set the tone for what is a considered a refined interior of the Arteon, although many consider the design to be on the conservative side! Despite that, roominess is found here, both in the front and rear, where legroom is bountiful. Open the hatch and revel in a generous 27 cubic feet of cargo capacity, which will easily fit an ample amount of suitcases behind its rear seat and many more with the back seat stowed!
Enjoy heated seats which come on all Arteons as well as a power lift gate. Those desiring a higher trim level such as the top-of-the-line SEL Premium will be presented with ventilation for the front seats, a massage for the driver, heated seats for the rear passengers and lovely 30-color ambient lighting choices as well as a Black Carbon interior trim.
Outside, a streamlined shape is brought forth as are elegant lines, giving it an eye-catching look from passers by. The vehicle comes with an available LED light bar integrated into the grille, resulting in all-out style. LED lights are at front and rear, adding to the tasteful details while speaking to all-out efficiency.
A step up to the R-Line means additional style and swag, made clear in a sporty front bumper and grille, gloss black rear lip spoiler and air intakes. There is also contrast stitching on the steering wheel and shift knob, paddle shifters, a welcome screen and a black headliner.
Power packed!
The Arteon is powered by a 300-hp, turbocharged, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine which has an output of 295 pound-feet of torque. This is matched with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. In the base SE model, drivers are given the option of front-wheel-drive only, with all-wheel-drive standard on the SEL and SEL Premium.
The trim level will dictate the wheels, with the Arteon coming standard with 18-, 19- or 20-inch wheels. Also standard is adaptive suspension dampers, which adjust automatically to one’s driving style. Manually they are set to Comfort, Normal or Sport. Corners are a breeze thanks to the advanced XDS Cross Differential System with dynamic traction support.
In the Arteon drivers and passengers alike enjoy a smooth and controlled ride, with precise steering and competent handling. Speed is also a plus here, with the Arteon reaching 60 mph in just 13.3 seconds and reaching speeds of 103 mph on a test track.
Thanks to this engine and performance, it is expected that the EPA-rated efficiency of the Arteon will match last year’s model, which came in at 24/34 mpg city/highway with FWD and 22/30 mpg with AWD.
Stay connected!
Enjoy an 8.0 inch touchscreen infotainment system, standard on every Arteon and controlled primarily through touch inputs. Long gone is the volume knob, and instead drivers revel in touch-sensitive controls on their heated steering wheel. In addition to two USB ports, the VW comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Higher trims like the SEL boast built-in navigation with the SEL Premium presented with a powerful Harman/Kardon audio system.
Other features that keeps drivers connected at all times include remote vehicle unlocking and emergency assistance, which are made possible through a Volkswagen Car-Net subscription.
Vast safety measures!
When it comes to safety for drivers and passengers alike, the Arteon has you covered. It comes standard with a wide variety of driver-assistance technology, including a road sign recognition system, adaptive cruise control, automatic high-beam headlights, automated emergency braking, lane-keeping assists and front and rear parking sensors.
Information on this vehicle’s crash test results can easily be accessed via the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety websites.
Other notable safety features include: standard blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert; available lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist; and available cruise control.
Trim options!
Trims for the Arteon each boast their own special additions! In the SE R-Line, starting at $43,010, a wide range of perks are featured, including R-line front bumper and badging, Automatic, LED headlights and LED Daytime Running Lights, an integrated light bar front grille, 12-way power adjustable front seats, 18-inch alloy wheels and the list goes on!
In the SEL R-Line, starting at $47,180, drivers and passengers alike enjoy 4MOTION AWD, 20-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires, leather seating surfaces, Power tilting, sliding panoramic sunroof, remote engine start and much, much more!
In the SEL Premium R-Line, the top trim starting at $50,175, take advantage of a Harman Kardon premium audio system with center speaker and subwoofer, Climatronic Tough three-zone automatic climate control with advanced air filter, ventilated front seats, 20-inch alloy wheels and many more outstanding features!
With lots of cargo space, a bounty of new features and a four-door model that has the look and feel that is timeless, the Arteon for 2023 is the sleek five-passenger midsize hatchback that does not disappoint. Without many direct rivals, this vehicle with its spacious cabin is the wise choice for those seeking comfort and class on the open road. See what the artsy one is all about, and test drive yours today!
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