2020
Volkswagen Arteon

What Is the 2020 Volkswagen Arteon?

The mid-size Arteon is Volkswagen’s flagship car. With the exterior shape of a fastback sedan and the added versatility of a large rear hatch rather than a conventional trunk, the Arteon has room for five. A standard 268-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Front- and all-wheel-drive models are offered, and competitors include the Nissan Maxima and Acura TLX. 

What’s New on the 2020 Volkswagen Arteon?

There’s an updated version of Volkswagen’s Car-Net telematics system, and Wi-Fi connectivity is now standard (data plan required).

What Features in the 2020 Volkswagen Arteon Are Most Important?

The Arteon has the shape of a sleek sedan, but a large liftgate gives it some of the versatility of a hatchback. Upscale standard features include LED headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels, three-zone automatic climate control, and an 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity. 

Standard active safety features include forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning and rear cross-traffic alert. Available active safety features include lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, and automatic high-beam headlights. 

Should I Buy the 2020 Volkswagen Arteon? 

The Arteon is a stylish entry in the mid-size car class, and available all-wheel drive is an important feature in certain parts of the country. The backseat is roomy, and uplevel trims have high-quality cabin materials. Rear visibility, however, is limited, and those higher trims are expensive.