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Audi A7 Sportback vs Volkswagen Arteon
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Volkswagen Arteon comes out ahead of the Audi A7 Sportback, winning 3 of the 3 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Audi A7 Sportback | Volkswagen Arteon |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £30,100 (2023, 31,500 mi) | £22,950 (2023, 31,000 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 56% | 56% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 81 | 83 · wins |
| Average mpg | 41 | 48 · wins |
| Insurance group | 32 | 24 · wins |
| Road tax / year | £195 | £195 |
| Typical annual service | £290 | £185 · wins |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
A7 Sportback vs Arteon — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the A7 Sportback or the Arteon?
The Volkswagen Arteon scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 83 against the Audi A7 Sportback's 81 out of 100.
How much does a used A7 Sportback cost compared with a Arteon?
A roughly three-year-old Audi A7 Sportback is worth about £30,100 at typical mileage, against about £22,950 for the equivalent Volkswagen Arteon.