2024 Audi A4 vs. 2023 Volkswagen Arteon Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi A4

2024 Audi
A4

MSRP*: $41,900 to $44,100
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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 24 - 26 MPG 22 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 35 MPG 31 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 300-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 261 hp 300 hp
Exterior Length 187.5 in 191.5 in
Exterior Width 72.7 in 73.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.7 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 40.2 in
Head Room Front 37.3 in
Rear 37.4 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 Audi A4, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Audi A4 and the Volkswagen Arteon in the front seats.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi A4 as you will with the Volkswagen Arteon, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Audi A4 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Arteon.

Dimensions
The Audi A4 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. The Audi A4 is slightly shorter than the Volkswagen Arteon, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Audi A4 has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Arteon, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi A4 is significantly less powerful than the Volkswagen Arteon. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Audi A4 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 Audi A4 and the Volkswagen Arteon.