DecodedCars2024 Volkswagen Arteon
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 25 combined · 22 city / 30 hwy
- Length
- 191.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3,618 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 41 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 19 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Volkswagen Arteon is a large car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 191 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,618 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 30 highway), 0% better than the 2024 large car average of 25 MPG, for an estimated $3,300 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2024
- Best combined MPG down from 28 to 25
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 Arteon →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan | 191.3 in | 73.6 in | 57.1 in | 111.8 in | 62.6 / 62.6 in | 3,618 lb | 57/43 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arteon 4motion | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | 0% | $3,300 | 361 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 Volkswagen Arteon.
Similar 2024 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Volkswagen Arteon (this car) | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Toyota Corolla | 50 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2024 Honda Civic | 36 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2024 Honda Accord | 48 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2024 Toyota Crown | 41 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2024 Toyota Camry | 52 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2024 Nissan GT-R | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Volkswagen Arteon.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2024 Volkswagen Arteon is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2024 Volkswagen Arteon in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2024 Volkswagen Arteon buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Volkswagen Arteon. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Arteon years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Arteon | 28 | 191.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 14 |
| 2022 Arteon | 28 | 191.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 5 |
| 2021 Arteon | 25 | 191.3 in | Not rated | 4 | 14 |
| 2020 Arteon | 25 | 191.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 Arteon | 25 | 191.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 8 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volkswagen. How we calculate this →