2024 BMW i4 Gran Coupe vs. 2023 Volkswagen Arteon Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW i4 Gran Coupe

2024 BMW
i4 Gran Coupe

MSRP*: $52,200 to $69,700
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Picture of the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon

2023 Volkswagen
Arteon

MSRP*: $43,010 to $50,175
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MPG - City Info not available 22 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 31 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 281-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 396-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 536-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 300-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 281 - 536 hp 300 hp
Exterior Length 188.5 in 191.5 in
Exterior Width 72.9 in 73.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 34.2 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 40.2 in
Head Room Front 38.2 in
Rear 36.6 in
Front 37.7 - 37.9 in
Rear 37.0 - 37.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Arteon than the BMW i4 Gran Coupe, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the BMW i4 Gran Coupe and the Volkswagen Arteon in the front seats.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW i4 Gran Coupe will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Arteon, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The BMW i4 Gran Coupe is a little narrower than the Volkswagen Arteon, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. When looking at overall length, the BMW i4 Gran Coupe takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Arteon.

Handling
The BMW i4 Gran Coupe has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Arteon, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW i4 Gran Coupe is somewhat more powerful than the Volkswagen Arteon.

Powertrain
The BMW i4 Gran Coupe has much less torque than the Volkswagen Arteon, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the BMW i4 Gran Coupe and the Volkswagen Arteon.