BMW i3 vs Volkswagen Arteon
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2023 Volkswagen Arteon
Overview
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Volkswagen ArteonSE R-Line |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | SE R-Line |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | electric | gas |
| Model year | 2021 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Volkswagen ArteonSE R-Line |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $44,450 | $43,010 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Volkswagen ArteonSE R-Line |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 28 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 33 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 113 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 153 mi (best) | — |
| Battery capacity | 42 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 7 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Volkswagen ArteonSE R-Line |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 168 hp | 300 hp (best) |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Volkswagen ArteonSE R-Line |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 36.9 cu ft | 56.2 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 926 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,972 lbs (best) | 3,677 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | 5.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 111.9 in (best) |
| Length | 158.3 in | 191.5 in (best) |
| Width | 69.9 in | 73.7 in (best) |
| Height | 62.9 in (best) | 56.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW i3Base | Volkswagen ArteonSE R-Line |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW i3 | Volkswagen Arteon |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $44,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SE R-Line $43,010 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $48,300 MSRP | SEL R-Line $47,180 MSRP |
| 3 | — | SEL Premium R-Line $50,175 MSRP |