VW Arteon alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the VW Arteon, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the VW Arteon and are good next research steps.

from £36,100

Skoda Superb Combi

Price 36,100 - 52,300 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 265 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
Electric Range 128 - 137 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.7 - 9.3 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Superb
Modell Superb Combi 2.0 TSI, Superb Combi 1.5 TSI mHEV, Superb Combi 2.0 TDI SCR, Superb Combi iV 1.5 TSI PHEV
CO2 Efficiency Class E, F, D, G, B
Trim Level Selection DSG, L&K DSG, Sportline DSG, Essence DSG, Selection 4x4 DSG, L&K 4x4 DSG, Sportline 4x4 DSG, Essence 4x4 DSG
Power kW 110 - 195 kW
co2 28 - 178 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Curb weight 1,575 - 1,853 kg
Trunk capacity 510 - 690 L
Width 1,849 mm
Brand Skoda
Payload 497 - 584 kg
Variant Combi

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Skoda Superb Combi as a suitable alternative to VW Arteon

In the realm of premium station wagons and sleek coupes, the Skoda Superb Combi and VW Arteon offer enticing options for discerning drivers. The Superb Combi stands out with its spacious interior and impressive practicality, making it an ideal choice for families and long-distance travelers. Meanwhile, the VW Arteon, with its dynamic styling and advanced technology, appeals to those seeking a more sporty and luxurious driving experience.

The Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.

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a bit more power
slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
somewhat cheaper
considerably more efficient
very slightly lighter
slightly more trunk space

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from £40,200

Audi A5 Sportback

Price 40,200 - 91,000 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 639 HP
Consumption L/100km 2 - 7.6 L/100km
Electric Range 84 - 110 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.7 - 9.8 s
Model Year 2,025 - 2,026
Torque 280 - 825 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Model A5
Modell A5 Limousine 2.0 TFSI e-hybrid, A5 Limousine 2.0 TFSI, A5 Limousine 2.0 TDI MHEV plus, S5 Limousine 3.0 V6 TFSI MHEV plus, RS5 Limousine
CO2 Efficiency Class B, E, F, D
Trim Level quattro S tronic, edition one quattro S tronic, S tronic, edition one S tronic, tiptronic
Power kW 110 - 470 kW
co2 45 - 172 g/km
Engine capacity 1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Curb weight 1,770 - 2,430 kg
Trunk capacity 331 L
Width 1,860 - 1,952 mm
Brand Audi
Payload 475 - 530 kg
Variant Limousine

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moderately lighter
clearly more trunk space
marginally cheaper
substantially more power
significantly more efficient
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

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from £33,600

VW Tiguan

Price 33,600 - 54,600 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 130 - 272 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Electric Range 118 - 126 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.9 - 10.2 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,026
Torque 220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Tiguan
Modell Tiguan 1.5 eTSI, Tiguan 2.0 TSI OPF, Tiguan 2.0 TDI SCR, Tiguan 1.5 eHybrid OPF
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E, F, B, G
Trim Level Life DSG, ENERGY DSG, Elegance DSG, R-Line DSG, Life 4MOTION DSG, ENERGY 4MOTION DSG, Elegance 4MOTION DSG, R-Line 4MOTION DSG, Trend DSG, R-Line 195 4MOTION DSG
Power kW 96 - 200 kW
co2 32 - 190 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Curb weight 1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity 490 - 652 L
Width 1,842 - 1,859 mm
Brand VW
Payload 499 - 556 kg

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Quick data check: VW Tiguan

somewhat more power
markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
markedly cheaper
clearly more efficient
very slightly lighter
very slightly more trunk space

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from £36,500

VW Passat

Price 36,500 - 58,500 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 122 - 272 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Electric Range 124 - 135 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.1 - 10.7 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model Passat
Modell Passat Variant 1.5 eTSI ACT, Passat Variant 2.0 TDI, Passat Variant 1.5 eHybrid
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E, B
Trim Level DSG, Business DSG, Elegance DSG, R-Line DSG, Elegance 4MOTION DSG, R-Line 4MOTION DSG
Power kW 90 - 200 kW
co2 28 - 153 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Curb weight 1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity 510 - 690 L
Width 1,849 mm
Brand VW
Payload 501 - 577 kg
Variant Variant

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VW Passat as a suitable alternative to VW Arteon

The Arteon is the stylish fastback that brings more curb appeal and a slightly sportier drive, while the Passat sticks to its mission with cavernous space, a cushier ride and pricing that won’t frighten the fleet manager. If your commute doubles as a catwalk, pick the Arteon; if your life is a Tetris game of kids, cargo and kilometers, the Passat remains the smarter buy.

The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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a bit more power
considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
moderately cheaper
substantially more efficient
very slightly lighter
moderately more trunk space

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from £53,100

BMW 5 Series Touring

Price 53,100 - 126,200 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 197 - 727 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Electric Range 65 - 98 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.6 - 7.5 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,026
Torque 330 - 1,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 8
Model 5er-Reihe
Modell 520d Touring, 540d Touring, 520i Touring, 530e Touring, 550e Touring, M5 Touring
CO2 Efficiency Class E, F, B, C
Trim Level M Sportpaket Pro Steptronic, M Sportpaket Pro xDrive Steptronic, M Sportpaket Steptronic, M Sportpaket xDrive Steptronic, Steptronic, xDrive Steptronic
Power kW 145 - 535 kW
co2 53 - 157 g/km
Engine capacity 1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Curb weight 1,850 - 2,550 kg
Trunk capacity 500 - 570 L
Width 1,900 - 1,970 mm
Brand BMW
Payload 500 - 620 kg
Variant Touring, M5 Touring

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Quick data check: BMW 5 Series Touring

clearly cheaper
somewhat lighter
only slightly more trunk space
substantially more power
substantially more efficient
visibly quicker 0–100 km/h

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from £37,200

Audi A4 Avant

Price 37,200 - 122,500 £
Body Type Estate
Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 136 - 470 HP
Consumption L/100km 4.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.7 - 9.8 s
Model Year 2,023 - 2,024
Max Speed 210 - 300 km/h
Torque 270 - 600 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6
Doors 5
Model A4
Modell A4 Allroad 40 TDI, A4 Allroad 45 TFSI, A4 Avant 30 TDI, A4 Avant 35 TDI, A4 Avant 35 TFSI, A4 Avant 40 TDI, A4 Avant 40 TFSI, A4 Avant 45 TFSI, RS4 Avant
CO2 Efficiency Class E, F, D, G
Trim Level quattro S tronic, advanced S tronic, S line S tronic, S tronic, advanced quattro S tronic, S line quattro S tronic, edition 25 years tiptronic, tiptronic
Power kW 100 - 346 kW
co2 126 - 220 g/km
Engine capacity 1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Curb weight 1,595 - 1,820 kg
Fuel tank capacity 40 - 58 L
Trunk capacity 495 L
Length 4,750 - 4,782 mm
Width 1,842 - 1,866 mm
Height 1,428 - 1,493 mm
Brand Audi
Max trunk capacity 1,495 L
Payload 510 - 565 kg

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Quick data check: Audi A4 Avant

somewhat more trunk space
a bit cheaper
noticeably more power
only slightly more efficient
noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
barely lighter

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