The new 2018 VW Arteon is aerodynamically perfected from the CC albeit with Improved powertrain. Catering to the Art that it carries in its own name, this unique replacement for VW CC is sure to make a swirl in 4-door sedan category. Based on the MQB platform, this new Vehicle is a tad broader and bit taller. The VW has agreed to call it the GT owing to its athletic looks and improved styling. But that is not all. While sources term it as the Avant-garde of GT vehicles, technically VW places it just above the Passat. It has got lighter wheels, aluminum covers, and excess of LED lighting.
2018 VW Arteon – Perfect blend of Power and Comfort in a Sporty Chassis
The 2018 VW Arteon sits on MQB Platform although the car maker has transformed its basic architecture a bit. Attempting to make it more spacious, the VW has fitted its engines in transversally to fit in more of powertrain components in lesser space.
Sitting perfectly between a sports vehicle and a sedan this GT vehicle promises to have ‘one of the largest bonnets in the entire Volkswagen Group’. Although it virtually resembles a sports car, this GT vehicle gives passengers the comfort of a luxury sedan. Dynamic Chassis Control aims to provide inhabitants of 2018 VW Arteon four different riding modes – Normal, Individual, Sports and Comfort.
The higher R-Line trim packs in more aggression and while it shares the same engine specs, it definitely is a steal. With unique steering wheels and exclusive decals, the glossy painted trim features chrome exhaust tips and slightly modified bumpers. With a range of hues to choose from, the GTY version comes in Curcuma Yellow by default.
The vehicle enthusiasts might like the aerodynamic platform which hosts smoother grilles that extend into the headlamps. Needless to say, that from the outside it resembles a typical Volkswagen vehicle. As opposed to the Passat, the 2018 VW Arteon is even sportier and replaces the coupe-like design from CC.
Interior Design
From the inside, the new 2018 VW Arteon resembles a mini cockpit with a plethora of design changes and boasts of ergonomic efficiency. With a massive reduction in noise level, passengers get Active Information Display feature. The VW renames the infotainment system as Discover Pro which effectively manages tasks with certain predefined gestures. Impressive? Well add to it a 9-inch touch screen display with intuitive buttons and added navigation controls.
Compatible with Apple CarPlay and android Auto, the infotainment also lets users hand le effective driver control mechanisms. This includes advanced cruise control, voice commands and even improved parking assistance.
Engine Types and Specifications
The 2018 VW Arteon presents a decent chassis structure and the vehicle might come with improved stability. With minor changes in its suspension and cornering abilities, the electrically controlled steering can move over rougher terrains without causing much trouble. The higher versions of Arteon are available in GT flavor as standard.
The base model houses a 2.0-liter TSI turbocharged engine which may make an excess of 188 HP. True to its name, the huge power requires an improved transmission system which is managed by an eight-speed console shifter. This FWD version is compensated by another AWD version which promises to make more than 276 HP, also featuring an eighth-speed auto transmission.
The petrol version of 2018 VW Arteon produces a little lesser power to the tune of 148 HP. The powerful petrol trims come with the seven-speed dual clutch auto transmission which performs well indeed. The Gran Tourismo version is exceedingly sporty and comes with efficient engine specific at ions. While VW struggles to make it more fuel efficient it is only a matter of time since the exact EPA figures come out.
Soon on the Market
The base model 2018 VW Arteon will have a starting price around $35,000 which is a tad higher than Passat. However higher trims will cut larger holes although its exact figures are yet unknown. The VW expects to start marketing its new vehicle by the mid-2017.
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