Volkswagen Passat (B6)
Car comparison
Volkswagen Passat (B6) 3.2 V6 FSIvsVolkswagen Passat Alltrack (B8) 2.0 TSI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonVolkswagen Passat Alltrack (B8)
2.0 TSI
Comparison overview
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Best choices
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack (B8) 2.0 TSI
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.8 s
- Highest torque350 Nm258 lb-ft
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.5 L/100 km27.7 mpg US33.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption6.1 L/100 km38.6 mpg US46.3 mpg UK
- Best estimated range957 km594 mi
- Largest trunk639 L
- Best overall score66/100
- Best economy score88/100
- Best practicality score89/100
Volkswagen Passat (B6) 3.2 V6 FSI
- Fastest top speed246 km/h153 mph
- Most powerful250 hp186 kW
- Lightest1,585 kg3,494 lb
- Best power-to-weight158 hp/t118 kW/t6.3 kg/hp
- Best performance score57/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 250hp186kW | 220hp164kW |
| Torque | 330Nm243lb-ft | 350Nm258lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,585kg3,494lb | 1,602kg3,532lb |
| Gross weight | 2,270kg5,004lb | 2,270kg5,004lb |
| Top speed | 246 km/h 153 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 65.3s99% target: 244 km/h / 151 mph Calculated | 61.6s99% target: 229 km/h / 142 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9s | 6.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 23.0s Calculated | 25.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.6s Calculated | 6.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 9.8L/100 km24mpg US28.8mpg UK | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 13.9L/100 km16.9mpg US20.3mpg UK | 8.5L/100 km27.7mpg US33.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.8s Calculated | 14.8s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 158hp/t118kW/t72hp/1000 lb Calculated | 137hp/t102kW/t62hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 208Nm/t139lb-ft/ton Calculated | 218Nm/t146lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 694km431mi Calculated | 957km594mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 3,168cc193cu in | 1,984cc121cu in |
| Length | 4,765mm188in | 4,777mm188in |
| Width | 1,820mm72in | 1,832mm72in |
| Height | 1,472mm58in | 1,506mm59in |
| Wheelbase | 2,709mm107in | 2,789mm110in |
| Front track | 1,552mm61in | 1,586mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,551mm61in | 1,569mm62in |
| Ground clearance | 114mm4in | 174mm7in |
| Trunk volume | 541L | 639L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,067L | 1,769L |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 68L | 66L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Passat (B6) 3.2 V6 FSI: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Alltrack (B8) 2.0 TSI: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | 6,250 rpm | 3,000 rpm | 6,500 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI | 4,420-6,250 rpm | 1,500-4,400 rpm | 6,500 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.6 s | 6.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.9 s | 6.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 23.0 s | 25.7 s |
| Top speed | 246 km/h 153 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.7 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.7 s | 6.6 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.9 s | 9.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.6 s | 12.5 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.8 s | 14.8 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 164 km/h 102 mph | 161 km/h 100 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | 250 hp 186 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI | 220 hp 164 kW |
Volkswagen Passat (B6) 3.2 V6 FSI has 30 hp more than Volkswagen Passat Alltrack (B8) 2.0 TSI.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Passat Alltrack (B8) 2.0 TSI and Volkswagen Passat (B6) 3.2 V6 FSI: 30 hp (22 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | 330 Nm 243 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | 1,585 kg 3,494 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI | 1,602 kg 3,532 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI | 231 km/h 144 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | 6.9 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI | 6.8 s |
Although Volkswagen Passat (B6) 3.2 V6 FSI has more power, Volkswagen Passat Alltrack (B8) 2.0 TSI is quicker from 0-100 km/h.
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Passat Alltrack (B8) 2.0 TSI and Volkswagen Passat (B6) 3.2 V6 FSI: 0.1 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | 9.8 L/100 km 24.0 mpg US 28.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
The biggest fuel consumption difference is between Volkswagen Passat Alltrack (B8) 2.0 TSI and Volkswagen Passat (B6) 3.2 V6 FSI: 2.9 L/100 km.
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | 158 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | 694 km 431 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI | 957 km 594 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | 250 hp 186 kW | 6.9 s | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI | 220 hp 164 kW | 6.8 s | 231 km/h 144 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI |
| 9.8 L/100 km 24.0 mpg US 28.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack (B8) 2.0 TSI is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | 9.8 L/100 km 24.0 mpg US 28.8 mpg UK | 6.9 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | 158 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 9.8 L/100 km 24.0 mpg US 28.8 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenPassat (B6)3.2 V6 FSI | VolkswagenPassat Alltrack (B8)2.0 TSI | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 250 hp 186 kW | 220 hp 164 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 330 Nm 243 lb-ft | 350 Nm 258 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.9 s | 6.8 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 246 km/h 153 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,585 kg 3,494 lb | 1,602 kg 3,532 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 9.8 L/100 km 24.0 mpg US 28.8 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 694 km 431 mi | 957 km 594 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 541 L 19.1 cu ft | 639 L 22.6 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 158 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Passat (B6) 3.2 V6 FSI | Volkswagen Passat Alltrack (B8) 2.0 TSI |
|---|---|---|
| Consumption | 9.8 L/100 km24 mpg US28.8 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 17.15 LC100 km | 12.08 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 27.60 LC100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,470 L388 US gal323 UK gal | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,573 LC/year | 1,811 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Passat (B6) 3.2 V6 FSI
- Has 30 hp more
- Is 17 kg lighter
- Has 15 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 20 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Lightest
- Best power-to-weight ratio
Cons
- Slowest 0-100 km/h
- Highest combined fuel consumption
- Smallest trunk
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack (B8) 2.0 TSI
- Has 20 Nm more
- Is 0.1 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Uses 2.9 L/100 km less fuel
- Has 263 km (163 mi) more estimated range
- Has 98 L more trunk volume
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest torque
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Lowest power
- Heaviest
- Lowest top speed
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