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Used Volkswagen Arteon: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every Volkswagen Arteon from 2019 to 2023: what each year typically sells for (about $18,500 to $30,500), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2019–2023.
2019–2023 Volkswagen Arteon
Volkswagen's sleek fastback flagship with a huge hatchback cargo area and a roomy rear seat.
Years to target: 2019–2023. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $18,500 | Target | Not rated | ~80,000 |
| 2020 | $21,000 | Target | Not rated | ~70,000 |
| 2021 | $23,500 | Target | Not rated | ~60,000 |
| 2022 | $26,500 | Target | Not rated | ~50,000 |
| 2023 | $30,500 | Target | Not rated | ~40,000 |
Worth knowing
- Steep depreciation makes it a used bargain, but repairs cost more than mainstream rivals and the 2021 refresh added fussy touch controls.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for a 2021 or later SEL R-Line with 4Motion for the 300-hp engine and all-wheel drive, while the SEL Premium R-Line adds adaptive dampers and Harman Kardon audio.
On the test drive
On 2021 and later cars, test the touch-sensitive steering wheel and climate controls, which many owners find finicky. Pay for an inspection at an independent shop that specializes in the brand.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: standard from the start of this generation (2019).
- Adaptive cruise control: standard from the start of this generation (2019).
- Blind-spot monitoring: standard from the start of this generation (2019).
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota Camry 2020–2022 · $21,500–$25,500
- Honda Accord 2023 · $24,500
- Toyota Prius 2021–2022 · $22,000–$25,000
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.