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SERES 3 vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (32,900 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SERES 3 or VW Arteon?

SERES 3 vs VW Arteon: Key differences

SERES 3

  • markedly cheaper
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VW Arteon

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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SERES 3 is markedly cheaper – starting at 32,900 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,367 £.

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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 VW Arteon offers substantially more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the SERES 3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Arteon delivers markedly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is marginally lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 1,765 kg. The difference is around 158 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers substantially more boot space – 590 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 590 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries significantly more – 569 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 269 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Arteon is far ahead overall 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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SERES 3

The SERES 3 arrives as a zippy, well-equipped compact electric that puts everyday usability ahead of headline-grabbing theatrics. It’s an honest, budget-friendly choice for city commuters who want a bit of style and low running costs without a showroom ego.

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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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SERES 3
VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption
Price
32,900 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
301 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,765 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
-
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
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Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
300 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2020
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
SERES
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the SERES 3 have?

The SERES 3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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