2018 Volkswagen Arteon debuts in Australia – RM213k!

2018 Volkswagen Arteon debuts in Australia – RM213k!

Volkswagen’s all-new flagship fastback, the Arteon has landed in Australia. According to CarAdvice, it’s available in the sole 206TSI R-Line only, retailing for AUD$65,490 (RM213k) before on-the-road costs.

The 206TSI badge represents its 206 kW output, meaning it packs a turbocharged 2.0 litre four-cylinder petrol pushing 276 hp and 350 Nm of torque. It’s paired with a seven-speed DSG (wet type, DQ380), sending drive to all four corners through the company’s 4Motion all-wheel drive system. This allows the Arteon a century sprint time of 5.6 seconds and a combined fuel consumption rating of 7.5 litres per 100 km.

On the outside, the car comes with adaptive LED headlights with LED DRLs, which “merges” with the front grille. The lower extremities get flanked by a pair of “C-signature” front air intakes finished in high gloss black, and it sits on 19-inch ‘Montevideo’ alloy wheels as standard. Round the back, LED tail lamps (with dynamic indicators), a sleek spoiler and dual exhaust outlets complete the sporty look.

In terms of sizing, the Arteon dwarfs its successor, the CC, and has a slightly longer wheelbase (+46 mm) compared to the latest Passat despite riding on the same MQB platform. According to Volkswagen, the Arteon boasts 1,016 mm of legroom, and it promises excellent rear headroom thanks to the long sloping roof. Luggage space is rated at 563 litres, expandable to 1,557 litres with the rear bench folded down.

The Australian model also brims with tech, including some of Volkswagen’s latest, such as head-up display (HUD), 360-degrees surround-view camera, dynamic light assist (active bending lights), dynamic indicators, powered tailgate, three-colour interior ambient lighting, Emergency Assist with Emergency Lane Change Assist, heated outer rear seats and rear-sensing proactive occupant protection.

On the safety side, it gets adaptive cruise control (ACC), VW’s second-generation Emergency Assist, Lane Assist, predictive cornering lights with predictive control, PreCrash, Side Assist, and Sign Assist. Other features and conveniences include, dynamic chassis control, massage and memory function (driver side only), Nappa leather upholstery, keyless entry and start, as well as a 9.2-inch ‘Discover Pro’ infotainment system with gesture control. The head unit supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

2018 Volkswagen Arteon debuts in Australia – RM213k!

Buyers can further opt for the Sound and Style Package as well as a panoramic sunroof, both costing AUD$2,500 (RM8,130) each. The former adds Dynaudio premium sound system and larger 20-inch ‘Rosario’ dark graphite alloy wheels. Paint wise, seven colours will be offered, but metallic options cost an additional AUD$900 (RM2,927).

Liking what you see here, guys? Let us know what you think of the Arteon in the comments section below.

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Comments

  • Subzero on Nov 03, 2017 at 10:56 am

    this car AUD$65k only & australia average income AUD$72K…imagine u live & work there..summore australia & malaysia same population, malaysia expensive!!

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    • You didn’t include income tax from the average $72k AUD pay. Australia have one of a higher income tax rates of up to 45% if you are the higher income earners. On average people pay roughly 20-25% of income tax if you are earning between 70K to 80K AUD annually before tax (middle class income). So in reality you will be out of pocket roughly $15k AUD for paying income tax. You left with $57K AUD. You still need to pay for incidental costs like rego (road tax), insurance, repair and maintenance, rental, food, mobile phone and the list goes on. In reality, most people would buy cars range from $20k -$50K AUD. Luxury car tax of 33% applies to vehicle that costs above $65,094. This is my observation living in Australia.

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      • Unemployed on Nov 03, 2017 at 3:11 pm

        Aussie high income, buy cheap cars.
        Mesia low income, buy exp cars. Mana logik?

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      • Mr. Octopus on Nov 03, 2017 at 3:39 pm

        AUD70,000 = RM230,000

        If you earn RM230,000 in Malaysia your income tax would be RM43,100 or about 19%. Not that far from the 20%-25% in Australia. I’ll gladly pay that 25% there coz I know the money will be managed well for the better of the people.

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        • Drainbrained on Nov 03, 2017 at 8:51 pm

          Yup Australia definitely better social benefits, medical, jobs, security, education, pension, zero corruption etc etc

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      • oh mak lu on Nov 07, 2017 at 11:10 pm

        After paying high income tax there, still better of then earning here and dont pay income tax!

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    • True.. car cheap over there compared to Income & that why one by one car factory closed down as well..haa haa

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    • Muthusammy Loo on Nov 03, 2017 at 6:56 pm

      In Aussie, bring Malaysian motorists culture over there and you might get thrown into jail easily and their vehicle get confiscated.

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  • VPCM, please bring it here…

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  • Golfer on Nov 03, 2017 at 11:29 am

    One of the most desirable cars in 2018. I really hope VPCM brings this model to Malaysia!

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  • Please don’t cut off all those safety and technology features, if possible immediately CKD it.

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  • 2017, AUD$1 = RM3.30.
    2007, AUD$1 = RM2.70.

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  • Gracke on Nov 03, 2017 at 1:08 pm

    Best looking and practical with performance, hurry launch it ……. confirm hot selling!!!

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  • I always liked that interior – neat, functional and futuristic. But Gear box…. !! it still gives me nightmares !!! Sorry !!!

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    • Wet clutch DSG la. Same as all others – BMW, Honda and other cars. So same reliability as these cars also

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  • Ladies and gentleman, I present you, the poor man’s Audi.

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    • If the price near 300k in malaysia it ain’t for poor person la. Some people don’t like to be a brand whoring. btw VW own AUDI so..

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  • 12yrsold on Nov 03, 2017 at 4:04 pm

    I think the VW Passat CC is the most beautiful car carrying the VW badge.

    It’s replacement(Arteon) are carrying its tradition well with its Gud looks plus enough power to booth too.

    This will give the 3-series/C-class & even its own brother A-4 a Gud run for the $$$.

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  • Bernard on Nov 03, 2017 at 5:05 pm

    If sold here, it would be bloody expensive!!!

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