Used Volkswagen Arteon for Sale nearFort Smith, AR

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 $23,667, and its lowest point over the past year was $21,137. 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 the overall feedback points to a car that blends style, comfort, and everyday usefulness well. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

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

The main tradeoffs that come up most often are unimpressive fuel economy, an outdated infotainment system, and poor ergonomic design.

38.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Volkswagen Arteon models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Volkswagen Arteon highly, and the available expert feedback repeatedly highlights its solid road manners, comfortable ride, and upscale feel. Across the model years in the data, it comes across as a well-rounded car that delivers a premium driving experience.

• Owners rate the Volkswagen Arteon between 4 and 5 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 78.4% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 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 upscale fastback shape, roomy cabin, and practical hatchback body style, making it the starting point if you want the model’s core design and space.
• SEL: This trim adds a more premium feel and is a strong step up if you want extra comfort and equipment without going all the way to the top.
• SEL Premium: The best-value trim if you want the most upscale presentation and the fullest feature set described in the data, including the richest interior treatment and the most premium overall character.

What Volkswagen Arteon do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices, which can make it easier to compare condition, mileage, and pricing. They also tend to be the years shoppers return to most often because inventory is deeper and deal opportunities are easier to find.

What is the Volkswagen Arteon's resale value?

The price movement shown here is downward for both model years, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. One year has fallen more sharply than the other, while the other has moved down more gradually. That pattern suggests recent used Arteons have become more affordable, especially if you're targeting the newer of the two model years.

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 −8.24% versus a year ago, and the 2019 model is at −3.75%.
• Deal availability: The 2021 model has 34.5% good and great deals, and the 2019 model has 34.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2020 model has the most listings. The Volkswagen Arteon offers a roomy cabin, a practical hatchback body style, and a distinctive upscale character that stands out from the usual family-car formula.

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

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.