Used Volkswagen Arteon for Sale nearColumbia, SC

How much does the Volkswagen Arteon cost in today's market?

Used Volkswagen Arteon prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Volkswagen Arteon's current nationwide average price is $23,714, and over the past year it reached a low of $21,133. Recently, prices have come down for the 2019 and 2021 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Volkswagen Arteon a good car?

Yes — the Volkswagen Arteon earns strong marks from owners, and its upscale design, roomy cabin, and engaging road manners help explain why it appeals to used shoppers. The all-generations owner rating is 4.64/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews rate the 2019 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are unimpressive fuel economy, an outdated infotainment system, and poor ergonomic design.

30.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Volkswagen Arteon models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Volkswagen Arteon highly, and the expert feedback points to a car that feels solid, comfortable, and rewarding to drive. Across the model years in the data, the Arteon’s appeal centers on its upscale character and everyday usability.

• Owners rate the Volkswagen Arteon between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you verify condition carefully and focus on well-kept examples with clean history reports.

What should I look for when buying a used Volkswagen Arteon?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 79.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: IQ.Drive
• Infotainment: 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 21 mpg on the evaluation route, well short of the EPA’s official fuel economy rating of 25 mpg

Which Volkswagen Arteon trim should I buy?

The 2023 Volkswagen Arteon offers these trims:

• SE: The entry trim brings the Arteon’s practical sportback body style and upscale cabin character, and it suits you if you want the core experience without moving up the range.
• SEL: This trim adds a more premium feel and is a strong middle-ground choice if you want a richer feature set.
• SEL Premium: This is the best-value trim if you want the most upscale presentation and the fullest equipment set described in the expert review.

What Volkswagen Arteon do most buyers choose?

The Volkswagen Arteon years with the most listings are 2020, 2022, and 2021.

Higher-volume years tend to be the easiest places to shop because you get more choices and a better chance of finding the right color, mileage, and equipment mix. They also tend to attract more deal-priced listings, which can make comparison shopping easier.

What is the Volkswagen Arteon's resale value?

Both model years show price declines, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The changes are relatively modest, so these years appear to be holding value better than sharper-dropping alternatives. That can make them appealing if you want a balance of affordability and stability.

The 2019 and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Volkswagen Arteon safe?

• 2023: 7/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 9/10
• 2019: 8/10

Volkswagen equips every 2023 Arteon with IQ.Drive, a collection of advanced driving assistance systems.

For the safest used buy, the 2021 and 2022 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Volkswagen Arteon now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2021 model is at −7.33% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −5.58%.
• Deal availability: The 2021 model has 34.5% good and great deals, and the 2019 model has 26.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2020 model has the most listings. The Volkswagen Arteon offers a roomy cabin, a practical sportback body style, and a distinctive upscale feel that make it stand out in used-car shopping.

If you're buying used today, the 2020 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.