Sexiest VW EVER? Arteon Shooting Brake + 2021 Facelift

[@MrDarrenNice]

You hit the nail on the head there when you said "if Golf 8 had this interior, it might be a lot more popular". Completely agree 👍🏻 I do really like these. The R version would be my family car of choice 😁🚀

[@matthewsmith2787]

I think VW have tried to make this Golf the least appealing model, so you buy an id3

[@intensetazer]

What a great looking car. That body line over the rear arch looks almost RS6 like.

[@harryjarvis4452]

Absolutely amazing looking thing 😍

[@jbm0866]

Without a doubt, sexiest VDub ever produced. I even like how they updated the interior while retaining the old school DSG shifter. I know thats not a big deal to most, but I havent warmed up to the little stubby shifter lever in the newest Golf. I love the normal Arteon, but i need the wagon in my life. Sadly it will likely never reach North America in that configuration.

[@davel8byr]

These are a lovely looking car. Definitely one I will be looking at in the future

[@FarideLadak]

I glad that VW has put more time and thought into the Arteon. Back in 2008, I took a chance and picked up a 2009 CC (Arteon’s previous name) with a six speed manual transmission. Aside from some electrical harness issues at 750KMs then at 1500KMs, for a first year model, it was a wonderful drive. The trunk was massive for full size luggage for four and driving it in winter conditions as well as snow storms it was just amazing. Of course I had decent winter Marangoni (first time I had heard of the brand) tire.

[@jamespn]

I really dig this Arteon estate or estates in general. I’d much rather have an estate than an suv. In the states we have nothing but jelly bean CUVs or boxy SUVS. Red metallic paint with panoramic sun roof would be a great combination.

[@volkswizard]

I'm please you dig it James and concur about Kings Red, they need to start doing black styling packs like Audi. I think Touareg has got it already & they have a lot in common so maybe it's on the way? Spec still seems slightly incomplete as ordering only opened a few weeks ago so hopefully it's in the pipeline

[@farmerlamb2372]

I'm a fan of estate cars in general, I have a A6 avant, car looks the business!

[@volkswizard]

A6s are a nice but they don't do a sleek estate version unfortunately. Having said that new A6 Avant is pretty swoopy.

[@allosaurusfragilis7782]

Thats nice. Theyve managed to make that estate look neater than the saloon/hatch, somehow. . Might be the colour.

[@plugsocket9432]

So what is the point of the Passat Estate if the Arteon Shooting Brake exists?

[@Blackmamba12345]

Because the Arteon has a crap boot.

[@megataurus7779]

Whats the point in wiping your arse if it going to get dirty again.....sheeesh!

[@plugsocket9432]

@@megataurus7779 What's this stupid comment got to do with a car? You must just love trolling!

[@plugsocket9432]

@@Blackmamba12345 The Arteon Shooting Brake is bigger than the Passat Estate. If space matters then save money and go for Skoda Superb Estate instead.

[@j99bgr]

Awesome video, as always! This car really is a gem from VW. The Golf 8 is growing on me and after seeing a GTI in person at my local dealer, it really did look a lot nicer in person than on video or pictures. This car is just gorgeous, such a great design!

[@brimopm]

I’ve got a 2019 Arteon SEL premium R-line and the exhaust outlets are real and functional. Not sure what engine you have in your white one, but mine is the 2.0 liter petrol.

[@novalawhp]

I'm from the States and wish we had more shooting brake (station wagon) options over here. That version looks alot better than the sedan version. Alas, right now we're in the middle of an suv craze that doesn't seem to be subsiding any time soon.

[@colinw1591]

Certainly has a sense of style to it, but if I wanted a roomy estate, think the Superb is the better option?

[@kenmh7357]

Love my 09 B6 Passat Komfort, we don't get either wagon in the States...A shame. Great video!

[@volkswizard]

Thanks for watching Ken!

[@a2hwilson]

Why does no one comment about this guys audio in videos? Other than that, great content! :D

[@prakashnarismulu3332]

Lovely car . Variant is a VW tradition. Had a Golf 4 estate . Liked it so upgraded to an A4 Avant . Perfect family cars

[@bruts82]

I swapped my 2018 arteon 150 ps diesel for a 2020 Gti pp as the arteon was well underpowered in Ireland 🇮🇪. My wife has an A6 avant Quattro which we love due to its versatility so this could be an option for us

[@danieltaylorpeter7880]

Just ordered mine for the end of the month, took it for a test drive and fell in love 😍 Years of saving has paid off 🚙

[@faisalleeds]

Great review, still looks good in standard spec. Sure the R version will alleviate the issues you raised, although it will be quite expensive!

[@rasherbasher8203]

Bring back the v6/v8. That's what's needed.

[@georgewhiteford9869]

I thought my cc was a great looking vw, but this arteon is truly stunning! Great video Andrew. Surely the 1.5 tsi must feel underpowered in such a big car?

[@volkswizard]

I did think that George, it's a decent engine in Golf etc especially with DSG making most of it. Still if you want just the looks then it's fine I guess.

[@blue-ck9ns]

Nice! VW did a really good job on the redesigned interior.

[@matthewsmith2787]

Looks nicer with that chill red colour

[@dilumpatel9796]

Love my Arteon, it’s nowhere as much fun as my mk7 golf to drive but is in another league of quality. Great cruiser and the looks of it are stunning 😃

[@volkswizard]

Couldn't agree more!

[@Birmingham_racing]

Still not too sure about the looks of these but better looking than the Passat

[@paullacey2999]

Fortunately I work next to VW dealer,I see their demo one outside and its stunning!

[@tomslattery1]

It looks seriously like a Vauxhall/Opel Insignia Estate 😂

[@SirKillah]

That’s all I could see too

[@gregstory7014]

I’m more excited about this than the Golf 8 GTI, stunning car, R is on my wish list now!

[@snoopdutt1985]

Do you know when the 280bhp model with 4 motion will be out? I don't want the shouty Ness of the full fat R model and this would be the perfect family wagon

[@matthewsmith2787]

I don’t get why the Golf 8 can’t look as good, I know golfs follow the same basic design, but I feel the Golf is now a rather obsolete car in the range, and the attention is now on the ID3

[@volkswizard]

If you don't want EV, Golf 8 still serves a purpose. Inevitably with the move to electric mobility Golf 8 will become marginalised as there is no EV option apart from the 1/4 way house which is GTE. If it all turns to s**t with EVs then Golf 8 is a worth alternative.

[@aaz1992]

I'm not usually excited about VW, but this one looks great

[@volkswizard]

Glad we agree SRT!

[@aaz1992]

@@volkswizard I appreciate good design when I see it :)

[@michaelsingh925]

Not sure i would trade in my passat r line b8 240 ps, 4 motion estate quiet just yet!

[@DannyRhym3z]

Hasn't got anything on the golf 7.5 r estate but it's nice. Better than the mess that is the mk 8 golf

[@johncarden8985]

My experience with low profile tyres on normal estate cars is that the ride is harsh, have little grip in snow and kerb very easily. Totally impractical. I'd advise anyone to avoid larger shell sizes for normal motoring.

[@tonyga5]

Much nicer than a Golf 8. Totally agree, if only Golf 8 had that interior.

[@blue-ck9ns]

Yeah Golf 8 interior is garbage

[@tonyga5]

@@blue-ck9ns it’s it just. It’s so disappointing what they did. Looks really cheap and nasty.

[@blue-ck9ns]

@@tonyga5 Yeah reminds me of a Ford interior

[@miele939]

Its a Supperb for god sake with a different body. Pluss extra cost

[@Nathan.150]

The Skoda Superb is superb

[@DrFod]

Infotainment screens should always be integrated into the dash and not look as if they stuck on as an afterthought.

[@Rinanathar]

So many cars off my list because of those silly stuck on screens

[@gerrycollins2335]

I'm afraid that VW, worthy as they are as engineers and manufacturers, rarely make a car which looks even vaguely pretty, and the Arteon despite its upmarket pretensions is no exception. Within their own stable, Audi and Skoda make somewhat better looking cars.

[@lewisratford2908]

The 5 cylinder Audi engine would be Fantastic in this. I miss the days of Vw vanilla looking cars with interesting engines. The W8 Passat, R32 Golf , V10 Touareg and W12 Phaeton. Would be a good last final hooray I feel to give it the 5 cylinder and 400 bhp. Give it some subtle badging , decent rims and I bet they would sell a bunch.

[@plugsocket9432]

Never going to happen and the better badge gets the choice of engines i.e. Audi gets the 5 cylinder over the cheaper brands such as VW, SEAT and Skoda.

[@lewisratford2908]

@@plugsocket9432 I think they tried for the Golf R but it would have made no sense. The car would of priced itself out of the segment and would of been way too expensive. Would make more sense for this..even a V6 would be a decent shout. The 5 pot is the jewel 💎 in Audi’s crown really. I don’t think anyone would buy an Rs3 otherwise. I wouldn’t.

[@jayburrell]

Great looking car certainly drives well in the shooting brake config looking forward to the increase in power which should be coming

[@seanhershey3390]

Yet another cool wagon we in the US will never see

[@qater_mater6920]

Why you touching windows when you close doors?! Its painfull to see it :D

[@peterwatson9047]

I'm in two minds. Does look nice but then it's hardly a sports car, might as well get a Passat or a Superb. I might have to test drive all three to see if they differ much in that department.

[@scunnerdarkly4929]

Nice, that rear corner view reminds me of the mk3 Scirocco. It could almost be a Roc estate from that angle.

[@Beaver314]

what happened to the audio

[@dsummers8191]

We can rejoice that an estate car has arrived in the face of the tidal wave of horrendous SUV's that pollute the roads. Would love to see how this might look with a two tone paint treatment taking advantage of that muscular body line along the car. Choice of standard paint and interior colours very poor indeed on what ought to be a more flamboyant alternative in the VW range. Will make a great value used purchase in three years time.

[@andrewmcivor42]

I love this car! A video I've very much been looking forward to - when the time comes to replace my 7.5 Golf R Estate, this would probably be top of my list (especially if there's no Golf 8 R estate). A bit more luxurious, whilst still being handsome, practical & fun to drive. I wonder how the 4motion 280ps would compare to my Golf? Not sure my budget would ever stretch to an Arteon R 🤣. Much more desirable than the big Audi S/RS Avant's (in my opinion), performance & luxury without the extreme performance & price tag of the big Audi's - better looking too! Having just played around with the configurator on the VW website, I noticed that those lovely seats are only available if you specify the Nappa leather too (it's an option as well, I think). Also, as you commented on the low road noise, did yours have the Acoustic Pack fitted? Another thing I noticed that if you spec the 20" Rosario wheels (nice!), you're required to select DCC with 20mm lowered sports suspension (probably a good thing) - I wonder how that would drive, compared to the one you tested? Price I ended up with? North of £46k (also with a full size alloy spare wheel & Harmon Kardon soundpack, to be fair)! Still, cheaper than an A6 Avant (& probably comparable to a higher end A4 Avant) - I'd have the Arteon over both, to be honest!

[@Roybatty443]

looks good. reminds me of a Renault Megane sports tourer. don't know if that's a good or a bad thing

[@smiler921]

The R shooting brake (estate!) will be lovely based on that 🤗

[@volkswizard]

Can't wait Al, nice to have something to look forward to.

[@crosswick]

There is a high-pitched whine in your audio

[@johnmoser2689]

I really like the shooting brake body style... looks really good.... however I liked the dash display..... and dashboard design of the original Arteon R line

[@keithcotter-reilly]

And not coming to the USA :(

[@edwardpickett574]

Needs a more powerful version, but looks great.

[@johncroxon]

I’d have this when I replace my GTD estate looks so much classier than the golf 8.

[@TheShinyShow]

Looks good. So the R-line is now R, and I've just seen the new Golf R shots which seem to have the same R logo so I have no idea how to differentiate the performance one now.

[@peterurquhart7191]

It look’s like a Honda Accord estate to me ?

[@volkswizard]

"BLOCK USER" 😂

[@neiljoseph904]

What a handsome estate - great review, very informative; opinion is spot on! Thank you

[@witton6475]

That’s it, found the replacement for my Passat in 2 years.

[@Zero_Ninety]

I was hoping you'd test this. Sexy looking car, wish the Golf 8 was more like this.

[@volkswizard]

Glad you liked it. The pity with Golf 8 is that a good design once created costs no more to implement than a bad one. I just think they were hobbled by having to use the same hard points as Golf 7 yet had to make it look different and implement new pedestrian safety regulations. Only A3 managed it successfully and it's still not perfect. In Arteon reskin in 3-4 years could be equally 'marmite' so enjoy while you can!

[@SULKNATIONtv]

As always, informative and entertaining!

[@volkswizard]

You are too kind 😆🙌🏻

[@kevdavies3445]

Great looking estate good road test as usual

[@ELGee1]

Is that like what they called a stick shift? Back in the day long ago.

[@J.K.Barrik]

That is NOT a shooting brake. A shooting brake body is a two door 'estate' car

[@davidhall7744]

So refreshing to see your review of a new estate car Andrew. Im getting sick to death of the dearth of SUVs on KZbin (and being produced by manufacturers - and dont even start me in ‘performance’ SUVs 😬) at the moment. The estate car will make a big comeback when the fad for SUVs inevitably passes.

[@pinkandgreen1]

I don’t think “dearth” means what you think it means

[@davidhall7744]

Thank you for highlighting my error and allowing me to clarify that indeed I am sick to death of SUVs, that manufacturers are obsessed by them and that in probably at least 90% of cases are bought more for showing off rather than for actual need 😂

[@cliveweir]

Disappointed there's no roof rails to make attaching bars more convenient

[@volkswizard]

That's a good point, not sure they are good for Co2 which is an ever increasing issue

[@pepehands8224]

Shame that they will never bring it to the US

[@volkswizard]

Sorry to hear that, maybe they will one day?

[@crazehayes1]

What a looker

[@volkswizard]

Agreed Chris!

[@malcolmscott4150]

Brilliant Andrew such a nice car and rear is best view of such a nice estate - excellent review and yes in kings red would be so nice as a real colour as I did really like the shape and overall design when launched in Oz in turmeric yellow - sadly since dropped from lineup here :(

[@GuysThatDrive]

Looks like a great car, lovely lines shame they didn’t fit a punchy V6 to it though please sort your sound out, I can hear a very annoying / unpleasant high pitched noise the whole way through the video!

[@volkswizard]

Glad you like it. Sorry about the audio, I am struggling with a new radio mic and I am aware of intereference but not sure how to counter it, turning camera wifi off helps but isn't a total fix. Are you a headphone user?

[@xcofcd]

It's got the VW W12 exhaust

[@Tony-hj7bm]

Awesome review

[@Riceyminimad]

I like it

[@whoisgoogle]

Pretty estate

[@volkswizard]

Isn't it Ja son, very pretty and well done on being first again!

[@sm70911]

Beauty, why didn't they do a 3 door ? Such a shame we will never get the R version in the US

[@stewstube70]

Looks quite a nice car but surprised when you said it was based on the Arteon fastback - can't say that I've ever knowingly seen one or heard of them before and they've been out since 2017!? Seems to be lots of niche models from many manufacturers these days that sell in such low numbers you hardly ever see them or know they exist.

[@The-Salty-Bager]

VW need to improve that interior, great looking car then you jump inside and it’s like sitting in a 5 year old Passat

[@steve00alt70]

Its sexy until it gets overtaken by a cyclist (which is faster cycling tru city) which happens more than a billion times hurray!! The vw interior is just the same like any interior

[@NorthCascades]

If only they sold the shooting brake in America 😢

[@volkswizard]

Maybe they will one day?

[@scotthastings8845]

I’m 20 years old and want one 🙃🤦🏼

[@darrencottrell5541]

Lovely looking luxury cruiser. Great review as always Andrew, loved the ending 'in the boot' and the line 'they have about as much sex appeal as a pair of stained y-fronts'...

[@volkswizard]

As ever Darren, I was trying to be whacky but failing 😁 It's hard to do a decent review and bring in humour, Car Wow's Mat Watson is a master of that which just shows he's in a different league. The car park I film in is nice but light is tricky now, there is a noisy sand and gravel site next door and people from the dealership wander in and ask me what I am doing so just getting a straight review in is hard enough but it's better than being on a roadside as I used to have to do! Arrived at 11 and left 5 with no real breaks so it's an intense day for 25 mins of video but at least the weather was OK!

[@darrencottrell5541]

Don't compare and don't do yourself a disservice. Your channel and content is exceptionally good, your reason and rationale is based on years of experience in journalism and the motor trade, and you are able to articulate, hold an audience and present with the best of them. No league table from my perspective, an honest guy, giving an immense amount of himself to his passion, channel and audience. Cap doffed and keep up the excellent work. You will get there, you absolutely deserve it.

[@carlosnunocardoso3386]

Nice

[@sparkford04]

Totally agree Andrew, always like the look of the Arteon. Not in the market for this size of car but if I was then this would be High on my list. Probably would be the R.Estate / Shootingbrake. Witha sexy backend

[@volkswizard]

Glad you like it as you are a buyer of Rs and other VWs so are a potential buyer. I guess I am too and it just blew me away which is unusual but refreshing after Golf 8. They just need to make a smaller version and calling it Golf Shooting Brake, identical in and out just 80% of the size!

[@keithnewton8981]

It's a retweeked Skoda superb

[@gregsullivan7408]

Agreed. As a chauffeur, I'd prefer the Superb lift-back, due to it's sedan-like shape. However, in my test drives, I found the Superb was rather noisy - too much road rumble & ambient sound intrusion. When I tried a Passat, it was much better, so I assume the Arteon will be fine too. Unfortunately the lift-back Arteon lacks rear head room, so I'd have to get the estate. (the lift-back shape is more acceptable as a limo). Surprisingly, the Passat also lacked rear head room - I'm 6', and when I rest my head back on the headrest, my head lightly touched the roof, which for my height is unacceptable. Ideally, I'd like an Audi version of the Superb lift-back.

[@kruysser]

Tip for future: edit so that you voice over the time spent looking at each bit while looking at it when comparing . You spend 1-2 second with each feature with the camera on it, and then at least as long if not longer looking at the gravel between the cars. Made me stop the video . If you cut and compared back to back images even would be better for comparison.

[@kruysser]

Sorry terrible English on my part there

[@craigwilliams7683]

I would love to have seen the Golf R with the arteon face, think that would have looked amazing. The Arteon R in the lapiz blue looks tremendous

[@spainter1985]

Good looking car, quite adventurous for VW!

[@volkswizard]

I'm pleased they made as a when I saw a spy shot I thought "no way"

[@spainter1985]

@@volkswizard I always thought the hatch looked exceptionally good, but the shooting brake version is even better. Strangely though I've only seen a handful on the roads! Hopefully this will change that.

[@chrisward7582]

Silly wheels, horrendous looking fake exhausts and a narrow rear lid that’ll fit less in height wise than my mkv gti. A Golf embarrasses all these silly small estate cars, including Volvo and Mercedes.

[@ms13626]

You can feel the presence when the Arteon passes by.

[@mex8961]

Back looks like a megane to me 🤷‍♂️

[@volkswizard]

I can see that :)

[@sajforlife1993]

The sexiest car that VW ever made was the Scirocco!!

[@malt2585]

Brilliant video and professionally executed description of the new Arteon Shooting Brake. I’m seriously thinking of trading my 2019 Golf R special edition to get the Arteon do you think it’s a wise move I’d really like your feedback on this decision 👍🏼👍🏼

[@chitpaul]

The CC looked better.

[@gaycha6589]

Fine looking estate esp in R spec. Sense it needs meatier engine to lug the weight. A pumped ea888 is all very well, but a more torquey drive would suit it. Ie bigger capacity engine. Maybe a transverse 5 pot....

[@pdadv77]

Shooting Brake = 2 Door wagon.

[@hugheszie]

Needs better wheels and real exhausts.

[@volkswizard]

They will come sir!

[@derekporter66]

these "cheaper" brands are really catching up. just like mobile phones

[@JohnGuidetti751]

I wouldn’t class VW as a cheaper brand.

[@derekporter66]

@@JohnGuidetti751 is it not cheaper than audi BMW merc porsche? My mistake

[@JohnGuidetti751]

@@derekporter66 well if you look at the price of each model from segment you will see a golf is within the same price as a 1 series, A class of A3. The Arteon the C class / 3 series A4 and touareg , gle, q7 X5

[@matthewsmith2787]

I think VW is considered a premium brand here in the Uk, maybe in other countries it isn’t, but certainly is supposed to be a step above Ford and Vauxhall

[@matthewsmith2787]

@@JohnGuidetti751 Sadly their quality has taken a dive

[@rich8305]

Comparing this with Porsche?????

[@volkswizard]

Because they look similar

[@DraganGTD]

Nice :)

[@Cous1nJack]

Profile looks like a stretch scirocco 1k8

[@volkswizard]

I always though that about Passat CC and Scirocco, wheels and interior also had a common theme. Shame won't do a two door, shorter wheelbase version of Arteon as SUVs are what people want instead.

[@gazbarrow6161]

how is it a facelift , look at the side panels,wheel arches and the lines down the side , exactley the same as a 2017 skoda superb estate , VW having people off again.