2017 Volkswagen Arteon R-Line Fastback 2.0 TSi petrol

Summary:

I love it

Faults:

Nothing.

General Comments:

Arteon - deep black 2017 fastback model. Stunning looking car.

2.0 petrol engine gives amazing performance and decent economy as well if you take it slow. DSG box makes driving a doddle.

The car is fantastic to drive. Grips corners well on good tyres. Not a sports car, but a very well sorted touring fastback that was built for long motorway drives.

Lovely coupe style but it has 4 doors, very practical.

R-Line model is top of the range and has leather and electrics.

Holds value well - so expensive to buy for a VW, even on the used market with some mileage, but well worth it so far, easily one of my best cars in three decades of driving. Cannot believe they stopped making these, I believe sales were poor. People have no idea what they are missing. The Arteon reminds me more of VW's older Phaeton model rather than the Passat.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 18th September, 2026