> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.roadblazing.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0T SEL R-Line 4Motion - Re-Driven in Racy - URL: https://www.roadblazing.com/2021-volkswagen-arteon-2-0t-sel-r-line-4motion-re-driven-in-racy/ - Published: 2021-07-12T15:07:00.000Z - Updated: 2024-05-15T03:30:03.000Z - Author: George Straton - Tags: Hatchbacks ### *INEARITY APPRECIATED:* The debut of [**Volkswagen Arteon in 2019**](https://www.roadblazing.com/2019-volkswagen-arteon-sel-premium-r-line-4motion-bottom-line-review/) was an undisputed effort to steer a VW Passat CC Four Door coupe successor more directly into the prestige lane. ### A GRANDER COMFORT COUPE: Namely, a reworked sportsback configuration penned with a lower, more flared shoulder stance, fitted with a potent turbocharged in-line four gas engine, a traditional automatic transaxle and softer variable electronic damping make **Arteon** a more mature and useful grand tourer than the **VW Passat CC** attempted. Fighting alone for survival of a dwindling niche in this market, Volkswagen supplied a mildly updated **2021 VW Arteon SEL R-Line 4Motion** for a Roadblazing.com Re-Drive. ### #### **2021 Volkswagen Arteon 4Motion* Driving Hits:* - 268 horsepower from detuned VW EA 888 Gen.3 TFSI Mk. 7 Golf R CXJE - 258 pound-feet torque - On demand viscous clutch differential all-wheel drive - 8-speed automatic torque converter planetary transaxle (exclusive to North America) - ample surface road & highway overtaking power - XDS electronic front limited slip differential standard - Drive modes x 3, include customization of throttle & transmission mapping, suspension damping - 28 combined miles per gallon, 570 miles highway range - Fully independent suspension w/ DCC variable electronic damping for a taut but isolated Audi type ride - Exemplary rigid MQB platform - Hand hammered fenders and rear quarter panels - Prestige level of cabin sound isolation #### **2021 Volkswagen Arteon 4Motion* Driving Misses:* - Some mass and body float felt in any less than Sport DCC setting - Automatic planetary transmission is slow to kickdown and upshifts too soon - Strained engine noise no match for CC's VR-6 sounds - Premium unleaded gasoline recommended [2022 Volkswagen Arteon 4Motion - Re-Driven in Racie- RPOWER FINALLY CATCHES UP W/ PRESTIGE VDUB: In 2019, German automaker Volkswagen sent the stylish new Arteon executive sportback car in a renewed stab at an ultra competitive and snobbish American entry prestige vehicle venue. Appreciably more substantial, useful and flashes of Audi distinctive than its predecessor VW Passat CC![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/size/w256h256/2024/05/rb-wheel500.png)RoadBlazingGeorge Straton![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/size/w1200/2024/05/RB-2022-Volkswagen-Arteon-R-Line-4Motion-ext-fr-P2410523-abc.jpg)](https://www.roadblazing.com/2022-volkswagen-arteon-4motion-re-driven-in-racie-r/) #### *What the 2021 VW Arteon Has Got:* - Pricing: *from* **$38,190** (incl. destination) for an 8-speed automatic **2021 Volkwagen Arteon SE** front-wheel drive. - As tested top **2021 Volkswagen Arteon SEL R-Line 4Motion** all-wheel drive trim priced at **$44,985** - Sleek, muscular fastback adaptation of executive sedan with utility of a 5-door sportback ![2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0T SEL R-Line 4Motion: "Artem" (Latin for "lines") include muscular fenders, flared rear quarters and a fastback profile for this executive sportback](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2021/07/RB-2021-Volkswagen-Arteon-2.0T-SEL-R-Line-4Motion-ext-rr-P2140626-bc.jpg) 2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0T SEL R-Line 4Motion: "Artem" (Latin for "lines") include muscular fenders, flared rear quarters and a fastback profile for this executive sportback - Attractive straked demi-grille mates with thinner LED headlights reminiscent of an Audi R8 ![2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0T SEL R-Line 4Motion: white LED grille light bars connect headlamp DRLs on R-Line](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2021/07/RB-2021-Volkswagen-Arteon-2.0T-SEL-R-Line-4Motion-ext-fr-P2140584-bc.jpg) 2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0T SEL R-Line 4Motion: white LED grille light bars connect headlamp DRLs on R-Line - Accommodates 4.75 grown adults in much better comfort than the preceding Passat CC - Deeply low cargo bay holds 27.2 cubic feet worth of belongings ![2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0T SEL R-Line 4Motion](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2021/07/RB-2021-Volkswagen-Arteon-2.0T-SEL-R-Line-4Motion-cargo-004c.jpg) 2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0T SEL R-Line 4Motion - 60/40% split folding 2nd Row seatbacks w/ center pass-through can swallow a couple of bicycles. - Turned metal dash & door accents, tightly pebbled soft plastics, felt lined door pockets and glove-box, minimized premium acting switches while retaining traditional rotary dual flanking rotary infotainment knobs. - Comprehensive standard feature set - **√** Keyless entry, push button ignition; **√** 3-zone automatic climate control w/ haptics controls; - **√** LED headlights & taillights, rain sensing windshield wipers - **√** Auto dimming rear view mirror, **√** Power folding side mirrors; **√** Full express power windows x 4 - **√** Two-tone leatherette 12-way heated power front seats; **√** Leather steering wheel w/ haptic swipe motion controls; **√** Stainless steel pedals - **√** 12.3" TFT variable Digital Cockpit w/ map projection; ![2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0T SEL R-Line 4Motion: 12.3" configurable LED Digital Cockpit includes native navigation map](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2021/07/RB-2021-Volkswagen-Arteon-2.0T-SEL-R-Line-4Motion-gauges-006c.jpg) 2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0T SEL R-Line 4Motion: 12.3" configurable LED Digital Cockpit includes native navigation map - **√** new 8.0" MIB 3 gesture, swipe and touch LCD media display w/ wireless voice control / alert navigation; **√** wireless App-Connect; **√** USB-C x 2; **√** Bluetooth and smart phone messaging - **+1** Excellent 8-speaker, 320 W streaming audio with HD-radio - Android Auto, AppleCar Play and MirrorLink phone projection, Sirius XM satellite radio (90 days trial); - Car-Net concierge w/ Amazon Alexa by subscription with Verizon or T-Mobile - Excellent safety features & ratings - **+1** IIHS Top Safety Pick - Driver assist tech (standard) - Pedestrian & vehicle collision avoidance braking, blind spot & rear cross traffic warning; post collision brake lock - 4 year / 50,000 miles bumper to bumper warranty includes 2 years maintenance #### *What the 2021 VW Arteon Has Not (or Not Preferred):* - Adaptive cruise control, Lane Keep Assist w Travel Assist, Auto high beam lights, Road-sign display, Fore and Rear park warning included only on SEL and higher trims - Power liftgate only on top trim - Tilting front center armrest distant from console shift lever - No heated steering wheel - Plenty of dark grey hard plastic trim wouldn't cut it in prestige executive car - Lack of front occupant knee padding on doors or center console - MIB 3 infotainment display remains laggy, glare prone & finger print showcase - No USB-A port, 12V port x 1 aft of front center console - No subscription TravelLink satellite travel information apps available #### *Standout Feature(s) on *2021 VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON SEL R-LINE 4MOTION** : - 30 color customizable variable night cabin accent illumination with upper door panel multi-segment translucent lighting ![2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0T SEL R-Line 4Motion: cockpit at night](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2021/07/RB-2021-Volkswagen-Arteon-2.0T-SEL-R-Line-4Motion-night-cockpit-P2140805-bc.jpg) 2021 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0T SEL R-Line 4Motion: cockpit at night - Nappa leather seating; 3-position driver's seat & mirror memory, w driver's seat comfort exit - "R" grille + fender logos, exclusive 19" two tone alloy wheels, unique Sport steering wheel w/ dorsal mounted transmission paddle shifters. - Illuminated white LED light bar links headlight DRLs across grille #### **Roadblazing.com** Says: *Flashes of Audi A7, priced downmarket, aims to earn some prestige grand touring respect.* Contributing Editor: S. Frissell [2019 Volkswagen Arteon SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion - Bottom Line ReviewTHERE IS NO SUBSTITUTE FOR MORE CABIN CCs in a premium grand touring car. Extravagantly priced, cabin compromised, four door, four place grand touring coupes are excused if luxury Teutonic and wearing either a “Three Point Star” \[Mercedes CLS\],“Blue and White Propeller” \[BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe\] or Four![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/size/w256h256/2024/05/rb-wheel500.png)RoadBlazingGeorge Straton![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/size/w1200/2024/05/RB-2019-Volkswagen-Arteon-SEL-Prem-RLine-4Motion-ext-fr-P1550827-bc.jpg)](https://www.roadblazing.com/2019-volkswagen-arteon-sel-premium-r-line-4motion-bottom-line-review/)