We recently tested the Volkswagen Arteon — see here — but we were left with the feeling that it is possible to extract more «juice» from this model, which despite its generous dimensions, has a very interesting dynamic.
The answer to the prayers of those who want a little more came from the hands of ABT Sportline, which presents us with what will probably be the first vitaminized version of the new top of the range from Wolfsburg, the Volkswagen Arteon.
The work of the German preparer focused on the 2.0 liter gasoline version. The power of 280 hp and 350 Nm torque rises to 345 hp with 420 Nm. The 20% increase in power and torque is essentially achieved with the application of an engine control unit from ABT itself.
The managing director of ABT Sportline ensures that the block's reliability is not compromised.
In this way, the VW Arteon is able to definitively differentiate itself from its sibling that gave rise to it, the VW Passat, emphasizing even more its sporting components.
To ensure not only a distinctive look, but also a dynamic to match, ABT has also equipped this version with sport suspensions, and new alloy wheels that go from 19″ to 21″. The final result convinces by the discretion of the adopted solutions.