2022 Volkswagen ArteonFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Large CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
24
MPG
Highway
34
MPG
Combined
28
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (AM7)
Premium
City
24
Hwy
34
Comb
28
Fuel cost: $2,900/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,900

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-2,500

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 6/10
GHG Score: 6/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
318 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
10.6 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2L 4-cyl
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Body Style
Sedan

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,405/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,191/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,083/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,216/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,423/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,416/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,995/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,474/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,327/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,383/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 28 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems3 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 3 owner complaints for the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon. Top reported issues include advanced safety (adas), steering and wheels & tires. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Advanced Safety (ADAS)
4
Steering
1
Wheels & Tires
1

2022 Volkswagen Arteon problems by category: Advanced Safety (ADAS): 4 complaints, Steering: 1 complaints, Wheels & Tires: 1 complaints.

Sample Owner Complaints

Advanced Safety (ADAS)Filed: 04/04/2026ODI#11729152
I need a switch that goes in the steering column. This switch controls auto start/stop, cruise control, lane keeping assist, front pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control and much more. This swi…
SteeringFiled: 06/03/2024ODI#11592282
The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time. It is triggered at engine start and persists through all speeds. I have experienced it 0-70 m…
Wheels & TiresFiled: 12/16/2022ODI#11497685
This vehicle is fitted with low profile tires and alloy wheels that do not adequately respond to common road hazards such as potholes. At the time of purchase, I was informed by the dealership that ot…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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