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VW Arteon vs Maserati GranTurismo comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 135,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Arteon or Maserati GranTurismo?

VW Arteon vs Maserati GranTurismo: Key differences

VW Arteon

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Maserati GranTurismo

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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Arteon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Arteon is clearly cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the Maserati GranTurismo costs 135,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 92,495 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Arteon uses 5.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Maserati GranTurismo with 10 L/100km. The difference is about 4.9 L/100km.

GranTurismo

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 Maserati GranTurismo offers substantially more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 230 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati GranTurismo is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati GranTurismo delivers markedly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

Arteon

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 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is somewhat lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 1,795 kg. The difference is around 188 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers clearly more boot space – 590 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 280 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries somewhat more – 569 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Arteon holds a decisive overall lead 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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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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Maserati GranTurismo

The Maserati GranTurismo is a swooping Italian grand tourer that marries dramatic, museum-worthy styling with a sonorous exhaust note that insists on being noticed. It’s the kind of indulgent cruiser for buyers who want theatrical presence and a luxurious, long-distance demeanour rather than everyday practicality.

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Two insanely beautiful and wonderfully fun cars in one. The ultimate tourer and a fast sports car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Price
135,800 - 170,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
133 - 195 g/km
co2
226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,795 kg
Trunk capacity
590 L
Trunk capacity
310 L
Length
4,866 mm
Length
-
Width
1,871 mm
Width
1,957 mm
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
467 - 569 kg
Payload
500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Power HP
490 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Torque
600 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Power kW
361 - 404 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
2,992 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Maserati
What drivetrain options does the VW Arteon have?

The VW Arteon is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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