Compare performance (320 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Arteon or SERES 5?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
VW Arteon is visibly cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the SERES 5 costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,424 £.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the SERES 5 offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 5 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers considerably more torque with 940 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 520 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is clearly lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 753 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers clearly more boot space – 590 L compared to 367 L. That’s a difference of about 223 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries clearly more – 569 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 194 kg.
The SERES 5 is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsThe Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
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Price
55,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
430 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
133 - 195 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
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Curb weight
2,360 kg
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Trunk capacity
590 L
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Trunk capacity
367 L
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Length
4,866 mm
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Length
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Width
1,871 mm
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Width
1,930 mm
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Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
467 - 569 kg
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Payload
375 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 320 HP
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Power HP
585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
320 - 420 Nm
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Torque
940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 235 kW
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Power kW
430 kW
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
VW
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Brand
SERES
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