Arteon is one of Volkswagen’s most elegant marques. The tester hatchback sits all sleek and pretty, vibrantly colored in Urban Gray outside and Moonrock Gray with Black Leather inside. Arteon is motivated by a peppy 2.0-liter 260-horsepower TSI engine. Power is governed through an eight-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic to the 4MOTION AWD system. Four-wheel independent suspension, multi-mode Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC), and XDS Cross Differential System work in lockstep together for a firm and stable ride. Engine Start-Stop system improves fuel consumption by automatically shutting off the engine during idle time. Arteon is EPA rated at 25 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway, for a combined 25 mpg average. Quick math translates that to about 4 gallons per 100 miles. There are various updates to the interior. However, the SE interior doesn’t radiate a truly luxury quality, although fabulous utility is evident with cargo space …