Volkswagen
Volkswagen Arteon: The Sleek Flagship Fastback
The Arteon was Volkswagen's stylish flagship, a four-door fastback that blended premium design with practicality above the Passat.
Launched in 2017, the Arteon served as Volkswagen's range-topping car, replacing the CC with a more upscale, design-led fastback. Its long, low profile, frameless doors, and wide grille gave it a near-premium presence at a more accessible price than German luxury rivals.
Underneath it shared much with the Passat, offering turbocharged power, available all-wheel drive, and a roomy, hatchback-practical interior. A Shooting Brake wagon version was also offered in some markets.
The Arteon delivered elegant styling and everyday usability, serving as a flagship halo for the Volkswagen brand before being phased out as the lineup shifted toward SUVs and EVs.