2020/2021 VW Arteon Comparison in Bay City, MI

2021 Volkswagen Arteon vs 2020 Volkswagen Arteon 

Building on the excellence of the 2020 Arteon, the 2021 VW Arteon has been given an exterior redesign while also getting some welcome interior touches. The sedan still packs the same engine under the hood for a familiar driving experience. However, the new version of the Volkswagen has become even more efficient on the highway as a result of the changes. What mid-Michigan customers can expect in the 2021 Arteon is a spacious and gorgeous sedan with excellent performance and a welcoming interior.   

Performance 

Packing the same turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine as its 2020 counterpart, the 2021 Arteon delivers 268 horsepower of zippy acceleration that is equally smooth thanks to the eight-speed automatic transmission. Most models of the sedan are equipped standard with FWD and have AWD as an available drivetrain option. The deluxe SEL Premium trim of the Arteon is AWD only. Where the 2021 version of the sedan sees improvement is its highway efficiency. The 2020 Arteon came with 22 MPG city/29 MPG highway EPA-estimated fuel economy numbers. The 2021 version sees the same city estimates but has its highway estimates increased to 32 MPG.  

Exterior & Interior Features 

Volkswagen set out with the goal to give the 2021 Arteon a refreshed appearance from its 2020 counterpart. The result is a gorgeous exterior that sports a new front bumper and the updated Volkswagen logo. A new Kings Red metallic color option is available on all models while the R-Line trim gets both Lapiz Blue and Oryx White as new exterior colors. A digital gauge cluster is now standard on every 2021 VW Arteon model for a modern touch to the spacious sedan. The climate control system in the 2021 Arteon is now also touch-sensitive for the new model year. As for the infotainment system, the sedan runs the newest update of the software and sports a new 8-inch touchscreen. Wireless connectivity to both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for applicable devices is now included standard as well.  

Safety Features 

For the 2021 model of the Arteon, Volkswagen has kept the excellent driver-assistance package from its 2020 model year. This means that customers can take advantage of modern features such as Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert as standard technology on every 2021 Arteon. All models also share both Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keep Assistance systems to assist as drivers safely merge from lane to lane and do not unintentionally veer out of their current lane. Select trims also get the innovative Adaptive Cruise Control system for less tiring and more enjoyable highway driving when proper driving practices and attention to the road are being used.  

Get the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon at Thelen VW 

Drivers who want a modern sedan with extra space for themselves and their passengers will appreciate the 2021 VW Arteon. With its excellent performance and newly designed exterior and interior, taking one around town is sure to turn some heads as well. Visit Thelen VW in Bay City, MI today to ask about how we can help you get into an Arteon that suits your needs. We proudly serve mid-Michigan communities including Saginaw, Midland, Grand Blanc, and Mt. Pleasant with our superior customer service and flexible financing.