Volkswagen Passat (B8)
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Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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1.8 TSI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.0 s
- Fastest top speed268 km/h167 mph
- Most powerful270 hp201 kW
- Highest torque496 Nm366 lb-ft
- Lightest1,393 kg3,071 lb
- Best power-to-weight194 hp/t145 kW/t5.2 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.5 L/100 km31.4 mpg US37.7 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.0 L/100 km47.0 mpg US56.5 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions135 g/km
- Best estimated range1,119 km695 mi
- Largest trunk586 L
- Best overall score71/100
- Best performance score67/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score78/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp |
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| Power | 270hp201kW+90 hp | 234hp174kW+54 hp | 212hp158kW+32 hp | 180hp134kW |
| Torque | 496Nm366lb-ft+176 Nm | 432Nm319lb-ft+112 Nm | 390Nm288lb-ft+70 Nm | 320Nm236lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,393kg3,071lb | 1,393kg3,071lb | 1,393kg3,071lb | 1,393kg3,071lb |
| Gross weight | 2,020kg4,453lb | 2,020kg4,453lb | 2,020kg4,453lb | 2,020kg4,453lb |
| Top speed | 268 km/h 167 mph | 255 km/h 158 mph | 247 km/h 153 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 59.2s99% target: 265 km/h / 165 mph-9.7 s Calculated | 63.0s99% target: 252 km/h / 157 mph-6.0 s Calculated | 65.5s99% target: 245 km/h / 152 mph-3.4 s Calculated | 69.0s99% target: 230 km/h / 143 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.0s-1.7 s | 6.5s-1.2 s | 6.9s-0.8 s | 7.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 17.6s-11.0 s Calculated | 20.6s-8.0 s Calculated | 22.9s-5.7 s Calculated | 28.6s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.7s-1.6 s Calculated | 6.3s-1.1 s Calculated | 6.6s-0.7 s Calculated | 7.3s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.9s-1.6 s Calculated | 14.5s-1.1 s Calculated | 14.8s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 194hp/t145kW/t88hp/1000 lb Calculated | 168hp/t125kW/t76hp/1000 lb Calculated | 152hp/t114kW/t69hp/1000 lb Calculated | 129hp/t96kW/t59hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 356Nm/t238lb-ft/ton Calculated | 310Nm/t208lb-ft/ton Calculated | 280Nm/t188lb-ft/ton Calculated | 230Nm/t154lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,119km695mi Calculated | 1,119km695mi Calculated | 1,119km695mi Calculated | 1,119km695mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in | 1,798cc110cu in |
| Length | 4,767mm188in | 4,767mm188in | 4,767mm188in | 4,767mm188in |
| Width | 1,832mm72in | 1,832mm72in | 1,832mm72in | 1,832mm72in |
| Height | 1,456mm57in | 1,456mm57in | 1,456mm57in | 1,456mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,791mm110in | 2,791mm110in | 2,791mm110in | 2,791mm110in |
| Front track | 1,584mm62in | 1,584mm62in | 1,584mm62in | 1,584mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,568mm62in | 1,568mm62in | 1,568mm62in | 1,568mm62in |
| Ground clearance | 145mm6in | 145mm6in | 145mm6in | 145mm6in |
| Trunk volume | 586L | 586L | 586L | 586L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,152L | 1,152L | 1,152L | 1,152L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 66L | 66L | 66L | 66L |
| CO2 emissions | 135g/km | 135g/km | 135g/km | 135g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 1) 212 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI 180 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 4,000-6,200 rpm | 1,450-3,500 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 4,000-6,200 rpm | 1,450-3,500 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 4,000-6,200 rpm | 1,450-3,500 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 4,000-6,200 rpm | 1,450-3,500 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.7 s | 6.3 s | 6.6 s | 7.3 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.0 s | 6.5 s | 6.9 s | 7.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 17.6 s | 20.6 s | 22.9 s | 28.6 s |
| Top speed | 268 km/h 167 mph | 255 km/h 158 mph | 247 km/h 153 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.7 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.3 s | 9.7 s | 9.9 s | 10.3 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.8 s | 12.3 s | 12.6 s | 13.2 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.9 s | 14.5 s | 14.8 s | 15.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 177 km/h 110 mph | 169 km/h 105 mph | 164 km/h 102 mph | 155 km/h 96 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 212 hp 158 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW |
Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp has 90 hp more than Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI 180 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI 180 hp and Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp: 90 hp (67 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 1,393 kg 3,071 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 1,393 kg 3,071 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 1,393 kg 3,071 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 1,393 kg 3,071 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 268 km/h 167 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 255 km/h 158 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 247 km/h 153 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 232 km/h 144 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 6.0 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 6.5 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 6.9 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 7.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp and Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI 180 hp: 1.7 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp and Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 1) 212 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 194 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 168 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 152 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 129 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 1,119 km 695 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 1,119 km 695 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 1,119 km 695 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 1,119 km 695 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW | 6.0 s | 268 km/h 167 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW | 6.5 s | 255 km/h 158 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 212 hp 158 kW | 6.9 s | 247 km/h 153 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 7.7 s | 232 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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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 (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp |
| 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp |
| 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp |
| 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp |
| 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp 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 |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 6.0 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 6.5 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 6.9 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 7.7 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 |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 194 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 168 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 152 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 129 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 270 hp 201 kW | 234 hp 174 kW | 212 hp 158 kW | 180 hp 134 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.0 s | 6.5 s | 6.9 s | 7.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 268 km/h 167 mph | 255 km/h 158 mph | 247 km/h 153 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,393 kg 3,071 lb | 1,393 kg 3,071 lb | 1,393 kg 3,071 lb | 1,393 kg 3,071 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km 39.9 mpg US 47.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,119 km 695 mi | 1,119 km 695 mi | 1,119 km 695 mi | 1,119 km 695 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 135 g/km | 135 g/km | 135 g/km | 135 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 586 L 20.7 cu ft | 586 L 20.7 cu ft | 586 L 20.7 cu ft | 586 L 20.7 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 194 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 168 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 152 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 129 hp/t 96 kW/t 7.7 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp | Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp | Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 1) 212 hp | Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI 180 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK | 5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.33 LC100 km | 10.33 LC100 km | 10.33 LC100 km | 10.33 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 16.62 LC100 mi | 16.62 LC100 mi | 16.62 LC100 mi | 16.62 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 885 L234 US gal195 UK gal | 885 L234 US gal195 UK gal | 885 L234 US gal195 UK gal | 885 L234 US gal195 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,549 LC/year | 1,549 LC/year | 1,549 LC/year | 1,549 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp
- Has 36 hp more
- Has 64 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 mph) higher top speed
- Has 26 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Volkswagen Passat (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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