Sean Parker spent some much-needed quality time with Volkswagen's Arteon 2.0TDI R-Line. We look at what optional extras were fitted to the svelte sedan. 

Launched in July 2018, the Arteon is the German automaker's flagship sedan and is available in three spec levels. Our model is powered by the frugal and refined diesel motor while it wears a handsome R-Line kit. 

It retails for, sans options, at R649 900. 

Standard equipment for the sticker price of 'our' Oryx White Pearl Arteon TDi R-Line offers: 

Panoramic tilt/slide sunroof

Active Info Display: Multi-colour digital cockpit

Discover Pro Navigation: With Mapcare, App-Connect and Voice Control; 23cm touchscreen and gesture control – featuring two USB ports. 

Adaptive cruise control and "front assist" city emergency braking. 

Gallery: 2018 Volkswagen Arteon captured before sunrise

Image: Tiaan Botha 

The Arteon we have on test has every conceivable option fitted to it, from heads up display to driver's seat with a massage function, the Arteon has all the bells and whistles. 

Here's a list of all them: 

Oryx White Pearl

Folder trailer hitch, with electric release

Rosario 8J x 20, Volkswagen R, AirStop tyres 245/35 R20

Sound system "DYNAUDIO Confidence", 10+1 speakers, 700w total power output, digital 16- channel amplifier, subwoofer (Forces Luxury Package)

Park Package with Area View: Easy Open Package + Area View + Park Assist

Head-up Display

Luxury Package: Electric Seats Package: ergoComfort seat with massage/memory feature on driver side and active climate seats in front - Interior ambient lighting.

Image: Tiaan Botha