2021 Volkswagen Arteon
The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon is a full-size car, rated at 25 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 25
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $42,000
- Recalls
- 4
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Model | Arteon |
| Model year | 2021 |
| Vehicle class | Full-size Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 22 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 32 |
| Combined MPG | 25 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 347 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3100 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Arteon | 25 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Arteon 4motion | 24 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 22 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 32 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 21% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $37,800
- Total interest
- $6,576
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≈ $1,608/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (4)
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:CRITICAL FASTENERS21V695000 · 2021-09-08
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Arteon vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the pressure input rod connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47R3.
- TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS21V274000 · 2021-04-21
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Arteon vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensors were incorrectly calibrated and may not detect the position of a wheel sensor after tire rotation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel electronics and tire valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44R2.
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA20V716000 · 2020-11-18
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan LWB, Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas FL and Arteon vehicles. The rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system freeze. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91BB/91BC.
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA22V514000 · 2022-07-20
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles. The manufacturing process of the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DV.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon?
The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 32 highway).
Is the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon reliable?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon costs roughly $1,608 per year to fuel, or about $8,040 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon?
The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon is classified as a full-size car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC