GR86 vs Arteon R-Line
Toyota · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Arteon R-Line
Beats the GR86 by 0.12s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Arteon R-Line beats the GR86 comfortably, finishing 0.12 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Arteon R-Line thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
228 hp
235 hp
0–100 km/h
5.6s
5.6s
Top speed
226 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
BOXER-4
2.0L I4 Turbo
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
250 Nm
420 Nm
Price
$30,000
$50,000
Simulated race times
Distance
GR86
Arteon R-Line
100 m
6.112s
6.143s
1/8 mile
9.063s
9.060s
1/4 mile
13.691s
13.573s
1 km
24.793s
24.152s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: GR86 is $30,000 vs $50,000 for the Arteon R-Line — a $20,000 gap. Top speed: Arteon R-Line runs to 250 km/h, 24 km/h higher than GR86.
FAQ
Which is faster, the GR86 or the Arteon R-Line?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Arteon R-Line is faster, beating the GR86 by 0.12 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the GR86 vs the Arteon R-Line?
The GR86 hits 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds, while the Arteon R-Line does it in 5.6 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The GR86 produces 228 hp; the Arteon R-Line produces 235 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The GR86 tops out at 226 km/h, and the Arteon R-Line reaches 250 km/h.
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