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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.

2021 Volkswagen Arteon
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Combined MPG
25
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$42,000
Recalls
4

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelArteon
Model year2021
Vehicle classFull-size Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG22
Highway MPG32
Combined MPG25
CO₂ tailpipe347 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3100

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Arteon25 MPG combined
Arteon 4motion24 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City22 MPG
Highway32 MPG
Combined25 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Arteon25 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 21% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$740/mo
Amount financed
$37,800
Total interest
$6,576
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5-year fuel cost
$8,040

$1,608/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG25
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA 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