Love the Golf GTI? Then You’ll Love the Volkswagen Arteon

A Side-by-Side Comparison of These Two Highly Popular VW Vehicles

People love the Volkswagen Golf GTI – and really – why wouldn’t they? It’s fun. It’s sporty. It can bob and weave through traffic like a lightweight boxer. It’s also got enough power under the hood to get from zero to sixty in under six seconds. The VW Golf GTI is one of those vehicles that has a lot of surprise factor because it appears modest and unassuming. Even the name Golf has a certain humble quality about it. But when people put the pedal to the metal, the Golf shows its true colors…a little hatchback speed demon that puts other cars on notice.

People love the Golf GTI. However, it’s not the only car in the VW line-up that’s winning over the hearts and minds of those looking for the next big thing on four wheels. For those Golf GTI fans out there that want the full-on luxury sedan driving experience, we introduce to you the Volkswagen Arteon. Let’s dive right into a side-by-side comparison.

Comparing the Main Specs of the 2021 VW Arteon to the 2021 VW Golf GTI

For those that feel the VW Golf GTI is a bit of a tight fit, the VW Arteon is here to give drivers a little extra room to spread out. Compared to the Golf GTI which sits at 168″ L x 71″ W x 58″ H, the Arteon is both longer and wider with the dimensions of 191″ L x 74″ W x 57″ H. Passengers will feel this on the interior with extra legroom and a little more space when seating three people in the backseat. Cargo space also favors the Volkswagen Arteon at 55 cubic ft. (with the seats folded down) vs. the VW GTI Golf with 52.7 cubic ft. (with the seats folded down).

Under the hood, both the base level trims of the VW Golf GTI and Arteon feature the 2.0L 4-cylinder engine and have 258 lb-ft of torque, however, the Arteon has a bit more zip to it with 268 horsepower compared to the Golf GTI sitting at 228 horsepower. For fans of how the Golf GTI handles, people should love the secure and solid feel of the Arteon when it takes curves at high speeds.

As far as fuel economy goes, the Golf and Arteon are neck-and-neck in terms of highway at 32 mpg, however, the Golf favors city drivers at 24 mpg compared to the Arteon’s 22 mpg.

VW Arteon vs. VW GTI Golf’s Technology

When it comes to features, both the VW Arteon and VW GTI Golf have a lot to offer. Both vehicles have App-Connect (Apple CarPlay or Android Auto) for seamlessly pairing your smartphone, Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist), and Blind Spot Monitor. However, there are some features the Arteon has that the Golf GTI doesn’t. For instance, the Arteon features one extra USB-C port (total of two), a larger color display at 8” (compared to the GTI’s 6.5” screen), and Volkswagen’s digital cockpit. These among other features put the Arteon slightly ahead in this head-to-head race. So don’t be shocked when you see the Arteon’s sticker price ($36,995 MSRP) is a bit heftier compared to the Golf GTI’s ($28,695 MSRP). You’re getting a bit more with this luxury sedan in both convenience and safety features, which makes it well worth the investment.

Test Drive the VW Arteon or VW GTI Golf Today!

Now that you know how the Volkswagen Arteon stacks up against the ever-popular VW GTI Golf, the next step is to take them out for a test drive to see firsthand which one appeals to you more. Each of these offer a speedy VW experience that provides drivers with great fuel economy, handling, and tons of features in the infotainment department. You really can’t go wrong with either.

To find the closest location with a GTI Golf and/or Arteon in your area, you can either search “VW dealership near me” or come to our dealership directly in Lee’s Summit. It’s conveniently located at 2225 NE Independence Ave. Visit our website, give us a call, or stop by to get VIP access to our pipeline of hard-to-get vehicles! Feel free to use the contact us form to send us a message that you’d like to book an appointment for a test drive.

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