Used Volkswagen Arteon for Sale nearJasper, AL

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 $23,750, and over the past year that nationwide average reached a low of $21,182. Recently, prices have come down for the 2019, 2021, and 2023 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Volkswagen Arteon a good car?

Yes — the Volkswagen Arteon is a strong pick if you want style, space, and a premium-feeling cabin in a practical sportback package. 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 The main trade-offs called out in recent expert coverage are unimpressive fuel economy, poor ergonomic design, and an outdated infotainment system. 31.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Volkswagen Arteon models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Volkswagen Arteon highly, and the model’s expert coverage repeatedly highlights its solid road manners, comfortable ride, and upscale character. Across the years in the data, it comes across as a car that feels composed, trustworthy, and well suited to everyday use.

• 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 maintenance history and choose a well-kept example.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 83.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: IQ.Drive
• Infotainment: 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 25 mpg

Which Volkswagen Arteon trim should I buy?

The 2023 Volkswagen Arteon offers these trims:

• SE R-Line: The entry point, with front-wheel drive and the Arteon’s sporty R-Line appearance; it also gets the standard XDS cross-differential lock system.
• SEL R-Line: Adds standard 4Motion all-wheel drive, making it the better fit if you want extra traction along with the upscale Arteon experience.
• SEL Premium R-Line: The most fully equipped version, with standard 4Motion all-wheel drive and the richest feature set; this is the best-value trim if you want the most complete Arteon experience.

What Volkswagen Arteon do most buyers choose?

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

Those higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more shopping choice and usually make it easier to compare prices, equipment, and condition across multiple examples. More listings can also improve your odds of finding a well-kept car with the features you want.

What is the Volkswagen Arteon's resale value?

The table shows that prices are moving lower across the model years shown, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. One year has fallen sharply, while the others have also edged down, so buyers are seeing better entry points than they were a year ago. The 2023 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year. The 2023, 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

For 2023, Volkswagen equips every Arteon with IQ.Drive. 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 2023 model is at −0.57% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −11.09%.
• Deal availability: The 2023 model has 25.3% good and great deals, and the 2021 model has 36.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings. The Volkswagen Arteon offers a roomy cabin, a practical sportback body style, and an upscale look and feel that make it stand out in everyday driving.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.