Compare the2022 Chrysler 300VS 2021 Volkswagen Arteon

Both the 300 and the Arteon have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, plastic fuel tanks, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights, rearview cameras, available all wheel drive, crash mitigating brakes, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rear parking sensors and rear cross-path warning.

Chrysler’s powertrain warranty covers the 300 1 year and 10,000 miles longer than Volkswagen covers the Arteon. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles. Coverage on the Arteon ends after only 4 years or 50,000 miles.

The 300’s corrosion warranty is unlimited miles longer than the Arteon’s (unlimited vs. 100,000 miles).

There are almost 4 times as many Chrysler dealers as there are Volkswagen dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the 300’s warranty.

The battery on the 300 is in the trunk, which protects it from hot underhood temperatures that can degrade battery life. By keeping the 300’s battery 20 to 30 degrees cooler, its life is increased by years. The Arteon’s battery is in the hot engine compartment.

A reliable vehicle saves its owner time, money and trouble. Nobody wants to be stranded or have to be without a vehicle while it’s being repaired. Consumer Reports rates the 300’s reliability 25 points higher than the Arteon.

J.D. Power and Associates rated the 300 second among large cars in their 2021 Initial Quality Study. The Arteon isn’t in the top three in its category.

From surveys of all its subscribers, Consumer Reports’ January 2021 Auto Issue reports that Chrysler vehicles are more reliable than Volkswagen vehicles. Consumer Reports ranks Chrysler 5 places higher in reliability than Volkswagen.

The 300’s standard 3.6 DOHC V6 produces 24 more horsepower (292 vs. 268) and 2 lbs.-ft. more torque (260 vs. 258) than the Arteon’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder. The 300S’ standard 3.6 DOHC V6 produces 32 more horsepower (300 vs. 268) and 6 lbs.-ft. more torque (264 vs. 258) than the Arteon’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder. The 300’s optional 5.7 V8 produces 95 more horsepower (363 vs. 268) and 136 lbs.-ft. more torque (394 vs. 258) than the Arteon’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder.

As tested in Consumer Reports the Chrysler 300 V6 is faster than the Volkswagen Arteon:

An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the 300 V8’s fuel efficiency. The Arteon doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

To lower fuel costs and make buying fuel easier, the Chrysler 300 uses regular unleaded gasoline (mid-grade octane recommended with the 5.7 V8 engine for maximum performance). The Arteon requires premium, which can cost 5 to 40 cents more per gallon.

The 300 has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The Arteon doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

For better stopping power the 300 V8/AWD’s brake rotors are larger than those on the Arteon:

The 300 V8/AWD’s standard front and rear disc brakes are vented to help dissipate heat for shorter stops with less fading. The rear discs on the Arteon are solid, not vented.

The 300 stops shorter than the Arteon:

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the 300’s wheelbase is 8.1 inches longer than on the Arteon (120 inches vs. 111.9 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the 300 is .9 inches wider in the front and 1.7 inches wider in the rear than on the Arteon.

The 300S handles at .85 G’s, while the Arteon SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion pulls only .84 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

For better maneuverability, the 300’s turning circle is 1.6 feet tighter than the Arteon’s (37.4 feet vs. 39 feet).

The 300 has 9.8 cubic feet more passenger volume than the Arteon (106.3 vs. 96.5).

The 300 has .7 inches more front headroom, .6 inches more front legroom, 3 inches more front shoulder room, .8 inches more rear headroom and 3 inches more rear shoulder room than the Arteon.

Standard Trailer Sway Mitigation on the 300 uses the Electronic Stability Control sensors to detect trailer sway, then uses individual brakes to counteract any swaying and help keep the tow vehicle and trailer steady. The Arteon doesn’t offer electronic trailer sway control.

The engine in the 300 is mounted longitudinally (North-South), instead of sideways, as in the Arteon. This makes it easier to service and maintain, because the accessory belts are in front.

Heated windshield washer nozzles are standard on the 300 to prevent washer fluid and nozzles from freezing and help continue to keep the windshield clear in sub-freezing temperatures. The Arteon doesn’t offer heated windshield washer nozzles.

Consumer Reports® recommends both the Chrysler 300 and the Volkswagen Arteon, based on reliability, safety and performance.