Stinger GT all day every day over this.
I agree, the wrong wheel drive platform kills this thing for me.
This. Also 4-pot only is a problem for me at ~ $50k.
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Now you've done it, the 4 cylinders are not just for sad little rental car apologist squad will show up and smite thee!!!!
Love me some smites.
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I've got no issue with a 4 pot in a hot hatch or even an entry level compact luxury sedan. But a premium executive express machine that the Arteon aspires to be, and at this price point, calls for more, IMO. At least as an option.