Arteon vs 208 PSE ( Sport Engineered)
Volkswagen · Peugeot
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 208 PSE ( Sport Engineered) beats the Arteon by a hair, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 208 PSE ( Sport Engineered) thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 208 PSE ( Sport Engineered) is $45,000 vs $46,000 for the Arteon — a $1,000 gap. Power: 208 PSE ( Sport Engineered) makes 10 hp more (215 vs 225).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Arteon or the 208 PSE ( Sport Engineered)?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 208 PSE ( Sport Engineered) is faster, beating the Arteon by 0.10 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Arteon vs the 208 PSE ( Sport Engineered)?
The Arteon hits 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds, while the 208 PSE ( Sport Engineered) does it in 5.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Arteon produces 215 hp; the 208 PSE ( Sport Engineered) produces 225 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Arteon tops out at 250 km/h, and the 208 PSE ( Sport Engineered) reaches 250 km/h.
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