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Volkswagen Arteon vs Volvo C40 Recharge

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2023 Volkswagen Arteon

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2024 Volvo C40 Recharge

Overview

SpecVolkswagen ArteonSE R-LineVolvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core
Selected trimSE R-LineSingle Motor Core
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)electric
Transmission7-speed automated manual1-speed direct drive
Engine typegaselectric
Model year20232024

Pricing & market

SpecVolkswagen ArteonSE R-LineVolvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core
MSRP$43,010 (best)$53,600
Lowest listing price$29,905 (best)
Median listing price$30,471 (best)
Highest listing price$32,222 (best)
For sale now3 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecVolkswagen ArteonSE R-LineVolvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core
Combined MPG28 MPG (best)
City MPG25 MPG (best)
Highway MPG33 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe107 MPGe (best)
Electric range297 mi (best)
240V charge time8 hr (best)
Fuel tank17.4 gal (best)

Performance

SpecVolkswagen ArteonSE R-LineVolvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core
Horsepower300 hp (best)248 hp
Torque295 lb-ft310 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L (best)
CylindersI4

Size & capability

SpecVolkswagen ArteonSE R-LineVolvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume56.2 cu ft (best)49 cu ft
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)
Payload926 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,677 lbs (best)4,497 lbs
Ground clearance5.1 in7 in (best)
Wheelbase111.9 in (best)106.4 in
Length191.5 in (best)174.8 in
Width73.7 in73.7 in
Height56.8 in62.8 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecVolkswagen ArteonSE R-LineVolvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

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.

TrimVolkswagen ArteonVolvo C40 Recharge
1

SE R-Line

$43,010 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Single Motor Core

$53,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SEL R-Line

$47,180 MSRP

Twin Motor Core

$55,350 MSRP

3

SEL Premium R-Line

$50,175 MSRP

Single Motor Plus

$55,400 MSRP

4

Twin Motor Plus

$57,150 MSRP

5

Single Motor Ultimate

$58,800 MSRP

6

Twin Motor Ultimate

$60,550 MSRP

Live inventory

Volkswagen Arteon vs Volvo C40 Recharge FAQ

Which is better: 2023 Volkswagen Arteon or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2023 Volkswagen Arteon vs 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2023 Volkswagen Arteon or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon starts lower at $43,010. Live Volkswagen Arteon listings start at $29,905.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2023 Volkswagen Arteon or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
The 2023 Volkswagen Arteon leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (43,010).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2023 Volkswagen Arteon or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
The 2023 Volkswagen Arteon leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2023 Volkswagen Arteon or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
The 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (297).
Which has better horsepower: 2023 Volkswagen Arteon or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
The 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge leads on horsepower in this comparison (402).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2023 Volkswagen Arteon or 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge?
The 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).