{"id":16839,"date":"2016-12-06T14:30:52","date_gmt":"2016-12-06T13:30:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/autodesignmagazine.com\/en\/?p=16839"},"modified":"2017-02-21T08:57:04","modified_gmt":"2017-02-21T07:57:04","slug":"volkswagen-arteon-nuova-fastback-premium","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/autodesignmagazine.com\/en\/2016\/12\/volkswagen-arteon-nuova-fastback-premium\/","title":{"rendered":"VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON, NEW PREMIUM FASTBACK"},"content":{"rendered":"

Three months ahead of its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show, Volkswagen is providing a first look at the fascinating contours of its new top model, the Arteon. The totally new developed model is positioned above the Passat and emphasises emotionality in the upper mid-class. <\/strong><\/p>\n

The name Arteon is made up of two component parts: ‘Art’ describes the fastback’s harmonious lines and emotionality. The ending ‘eon’ identifies it, in the same way as Volkswagen’s top model for the Chinese market, the Phideon, as a premium model.<\/p>\n

In addition to a new and very emotive outline, Volkswagen is also introducing with the Arteon a horizontally accentuated brand look. The bars of the radiator grille extend here into the three-dimensional front headlights, while LED lighting elements additionally emphasise the striking layout and demonstrate dominance.<\/p>\n

Tobias S\u00fchlmann, Volkswagen Exterior Designer, explains: “At first sight, the Arteon arouses enthusiasm through its expressive design. It then surprises through its practical virtues. This combination is unique!”. The four-door fastback impresses both through revolutionary design and great practical value in use. While the doors’ frameless windows reflect the typical stylistic elements of a grand tourer, the top-hinged and wide-opening tailgate provides optimum access to the huge boot.<\/p>\n

The new Arteon is being publicly unveiled for the first time at the next Geneva Motor Show; its launch will then follow in summer 2017.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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