New Volkswagen Arteon Review - Better than an Audi?

It's so refreshing to see a car maker start with a blank sheet of paper. And it has really worked; the new Arteon, especially reviewed here in R Line trim, receives an enormous amount of attention. I think we can safely say that right now, the Arteon is the best looking sedan in its segment.

But the luxury sedan market is under huge pressure, mostly from SUVs. Handsome good looks will not be enough to sway buyers away from higher-riding alternatives. And luxury Volkswagen sedans have generally proved unpopular, especially in South Africa. Can the new Arteon turn the tide?

0:00 Intro of Volkswagen Arteon
1:02 Pricing in South Africa
1:42 Boot Review
1:58 Exterior Review
3:22 Engine note and Performance
5:06 Ride quality of the Volkswagen Arteon vs the Audi A4
5:56 Interior Review
6:52 Pricing of the Volkswagen Arteon vs the Audi A4
8:12 Is the Volkswagen Arteon a good buy
9:02 Closing

Credits

Written, directed, presented and produced by Ciro De Siena
DOP Warrick Le Sueur
Camera Josh Barker
Assistant, logistics Mel Theunissen
Sound Moller @ Audiopimps
Offline and colour Jaco Roussouw
Final mix Duwyne Aspeling

[Polletross]

Even though your videos aren’t always relevant to someone like me who lives in the US, your quality and reviews are well done! Great channel!

[keithmelling]

Bought a 1 year old one, 2k on the clock. Saved a third o the list price. Cheaper tax and insurance than audi and more stylish. Very happy with it and plan to keep it forever

[mikek.]

I, for one, will buy one. Gorgeous car! Sure not an Audi, but they are much more money and this car has all the looks. Love it!

[adamthompson]

Lol I just drove one before hahah. My dad bought a white one 3-4 months ago, we had a Jetta 8.5 yrs well looked after and got written off then dad bought the Arteon amazing car very smart well priced and for its size it gets up and moves. We all love it, myself Mum and of course dad :)
It has the styling pack so 20 inch wheels, sunroof and upgraded stereo awesome car

[joefattal]

I love this guys Reviews. There’s a hint of Sarcasm without being sarcastic

[Porlcynic]

It is truly to my eyes one of the best looking cars on the road. Pricing in SA is tough, but consider it as a Golf R with a GT body rather than a performance Passat and it makes a little more sense. You could compare it to the Audi A4/5 but neither at the price point will give the all wheel drive or power figures. Compare the Passat to an Audi A4 and you have a clear winner as a value proposition, but it's never been a great seller and I fear neither will the Arteon. We expect our Volksies cheap!

[rockinsteady]

2:21 Lol 😂😂😂 "this is the front door"

[mlee]

Your a great reviewer, very honest, spot on.

[alladin]

Just a few corrections:
-> A4 is MLB.Evo, A5 is MLB, - which are longitudinal engine placement platforms. VW Arteon is MQB, and the engine sits transversely. Not the same. maybe that explains the difference in comfort even better.
-> The interior of the Arteon is actually most like the Passat's. The analog clock is therefore not unique to the Arteon.

[yayaedgun]

This is my dream car. I been admiring it since 2018.my day will come i will drive it

[kaylinclaudepillay]

It's too expensive but man it looks good with black wheels and gold paint.
I don't see the problem with having Golf 7 bits in it.
Golf 7 is a quality product unlike the Focus

[slawekfastyn]

The Arteon in Poland starts at +- R460.000 with a 1, 5TSi 110kW engine, 6 speed manual box and front wheel drive and... it doesn't ride on 20" rims... :) wonder why VWSA doesn't bring the cheaper models of the Arteon range to SA. Surely that would boost the sales without being common?

[INDZDIPSET]

Its not all from a golf, its the complete Passat R Line interior!

[robinadams]

I hope cars.co.za makes it big internationally. Always great production

[ML_]

"Just ask Ford what happened when they launched the Fusion"

[RohanIyer]

This was a solid review with a unique perspective on the car.

[jackp.walker]

TOP QUALITY VIDEOS !!!
Great reviews, and great footage.

[vivswin]

Sarcastic, informative and captivating review. nice camera work. on point topic 'value for money'.

[TheSchalk]

Imagine the massive loss your going to take when you trade one of these in. The Jetta, Passat and CC had the most shocking resale values.

[MikeBlue]

Thank you for your review. I am in the US and patiently waiting for the release of the Arteon in late summer. I am also looking at a $50k pre-owned '18 Audi A4 (with less than 10k miles). Pricing I have seen for the A4 currently ranges from $36.5k to $40.5k. If the Arteon is priced in that range, it will be hard for me to spend that much on a NEW VW. Knowing that most interior parts come from the Golf, it will be a tough decision.

I am looking to purchase an AWD or 4 Wheel Drive car, but I am not set on just sedans. My ideal budget is not more than $35k in a couple of months. Time will tell.