2021 Volkswagen Arteon

The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon is a near-luxury, mid-size hatchback that finds itself in an increasingly empty playing field of direct rivals as car buyers continue to opt for SUVs.

The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon near-luxury mid-size hatchback stands out as a roomy, refined and refreshingly pleasant alternative to mainstream sedans and SUVs.

Here’s how the Latch system and each car seat scored in our Car Seat Check of the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon.

Mid-size sedans are still waning in popularity, but VW is still pushing for its share of the shrinking pie with a freshened 2021 Arteon.