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Mercedes AMG GT vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (816 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (102,500 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes AMG GT or VW Arteon?

Mercedes AMG GT vs VW Arteon: Key differences

Mercedes AMG GT

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Arteon

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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • moderately lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

AMG GT

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Arteon is considerably cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,223 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Arteon uses 5.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes AMG GT with 10.3 L/100km. The difference is about 5.2 L/100km.

Arteon

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes AMG GT offers clearly more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 496 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes AMG GT delivers clearly more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 1,000 Nm more.

AMG GT

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: VW Arteon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is moderately lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 1,790 kg. The difference is around 183 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers clearly more boot space – 590 L compared to 321 L. That’s a difference of about 269 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries considerably more – 569 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 354 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Arteon is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £43,300
Arteon

VW Arteon

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
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Mercedes AMG GT

The Mercedes-AMG GT is a theatrical sports car with prowling looks and an aggressive exhaust note that announces its intentions the moment it fires up. It pairs ferocious performance with surprising everyday usability — a taut yet forgiving chassis and a cockpit that feels special — making sensible buyers suddenly very good at justifying indulgence.

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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
102,500 - 194,400 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
235 - 319 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
182 - 321 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
-
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,929 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
-
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
170 - 215 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Mercedes AMG GT?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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