2021 VW Arteon vs. Toyota Camry | Interior, Performance, Technology
Are you considering the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon and want to know how it stacks up against the 2021 Toyota Camry? Team VW in Merrillville, IN, put together this side-by-side comparison to help you in your research. The 2021 Arteon is an elegant, modern sedan that delivers a smooth driving experience and a comfortable ride.
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2021 VW Arteon vs. Toyota Camry Engine Specs & Fuel Economy
The spirited engine on the 2021 Arteon is a capable performer that pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission and either front-wheel drive (FWD) system or available all-wheel drive (AWD).
The 2021 Camry offers three engine options and pairs its gas engines with an eight-speed automatic transmission and FWD or AWD. The hybrid model features a continuously variable transmission.
2021 VW Arteon: 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder
- 268 HP
- 258 lb.-ft. of torque
- 22 city/32 hwy MPG
2021 Toyota Camry: 2.5L Dynamic Force four-cylinder
- 203 HP
- 184 lb.-ft.
- 25 city/34 hwy MPG
2021 Toyota Camry: 2.5L four-cylinder hybrid
- 176 HP
- 163 lb.-ft. of torque
- 44 city/47 hwy MPG
2021 Toyota Camry: 3.5L V6
- 301 HP
- 267 lb.-ft. of torque
- 22 city/ 33 hwy MPG
2021 VW Arteon vs. Toyota Camry Exterior Design
The stylish exterior of the 2021 VW Arteon features sleek, aerodynamic lines and sculpted body contours. Standard and available features include:
- R-Line front bumper and badging
- 18-, 19-, or 20-in. alloy wheels
- Hands-free easy open and easy close hatch
- LED headlights and tail lights
- Automatic headlights with coming/leaving home features
- Heated, power-folding sideview mirrors with driver’s side auto-dimming feature
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
The 2021 Toyota Camry features a bold, sophisticated exterior with a fastback-inspired design. You’ll find LED headlights and tail lights and 18-inch alloy wheels on select trims.
2021 VW Arteon vs. Toyota Camry Interior Design & Technology
Enjoy the in-cabin experience on the 2021 Arteon, which offers comfortable seating, a premium sound system and multimedia system, plus conveniences that help make your drive easy and worry-free. Features include:
- Multi-color interior ambient lighting
- Volkswagen digital cockpit
- Remote start system
- V-Tex leatherette or Nappa leather seating surfaces
- Massaging driver’s seat
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated rear outboard seats
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters
- Discover Media infotainment system with 8-in. touchscreen display
- Harman Kardon® premium audio system
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
- Wireless device charger
The in-cabin experience on the 2021 Toyota Camry is elevated by the SofTex®-trimmed front seats with fabric inserts, power driver’s seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel, and 60/40 split fold-down rear seat. Enjoy your favorite music on the six-speaker sound system and locate your infotainment with the 7-inch center touchscreen. Connect with Bluetooth®, Apple CarPlay®, and Android Auto™.
2021 VW Arteon vs. Toyota Camry Size & Cargo Space
Comfortably fit up to five people in the 2021 VW Arteon and bring along everyone’s gear on that road trip getaway. The roomy trunk features 27.2 cubic feet of cargo space. Transform this sedan to a bulky item carrier ― like a rolled up area rug ― by folding down the 60/40 rear seat to expand cargo capacity to 56.2 cubic feet. Passenger comfort on the 2021 Arteon includes 41.2 inches of front legroom, 40.2 inches of rear legroom, 38 inches of front headroom, and 37 inches of rear headroom.
The Toyota Camry also seats five passengers but has a smaller trunk with 15.1 cubic feet of cargo space. Flexible, 60/40 split-folding rear seating is also featured on the Camry for transporting bulky items when you need to. Front and rear head room is 38 inches, front legroom is 42.1 inches, and rear legroom is 38 inches.
2021 VW Arteon vs. Toyota Camry Safety Options & Features
Stay confident and informed when you’re on the road with the wide range of safety features and advanced tech you’ll find in the 2021 VW Arteon. They include:
- High beam control
- Rear view or overhead view camera
- Adaptive cruise control
- Blind spot monitor with rear traffic alert
- Forward collision warning and autonomous emergency braking
- Pedestrian monitoring
- Lane assist with emergency assist
- Park assist with park distance control
- Dynamic road sign display
The 2021 Toyota Camry comes with an advanced airbag system and the Toyota Safety Sense™ suite of advanced safety features, which includes a pre-collision system with pedestrian braking, lane departure alert with steering assist, lane tracing assist, automatic high beams, and road sign assist. Other features offered include a bird’s eye view camera with perimeter scan, rear cross-traffic braking, and blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.
We're sorry, availability of some equipment, options or features may be limited due to global supply issues affecting the auto industry. Please be sure to verify that the vehicle you purchase includes all expected features and equipment.
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