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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Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.9 s
- Fastest top speed276 km/h171 mph
- Most powerful295 hp220 kW
- Highest torque640 Nm472 lb-ft
- Lightest1,549 kg3,415 lb
- Best power-to-weight190 hp/t142 kW/t5.3 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions119 g/km
- Best estimated range1,435 km892 mi
- Largest trunk586 L
- Best overall score73/100
- Best performance score71/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score78/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp |
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| Power | 295hp220kW+105 hp | 257hp191kW+67 hp | 228hp170kW+38 hp | 190hp142kW |
| Torque | 640Nm472lb-ft+240 Nm | 560Nm413lb-ft+160 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft+100 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,549kg3,415lb | 1,549kg3,415lb | 1,549kg3,415lb | 1,549kg3,415lb |
| Gross weight | 2,110kg4,652lb | 2,110kg4,652lb | 2,110kg4,652lb | 2,110kg4,652lb |
| Top speed | 276 km/h 171 mph | 263 km/h 163 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 61.1s99% target: 273 km/h / 170 mph-10.5 s Calculated | 65.1s99% target: 260 km/h / 162 mph-6.6 s Calculated | 67.8s99% target: 249 km/h / 155 mph-3.9 s Calculated | 71.7s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9s-1.9 s | 6.4s-1.3 s | 6.9s-0.8 s | 7.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 16.9s-11.3 s Calculated | 19.6s-8.7 s Calculated | 22.3s-5.9 s Calculated | 28.3s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.6s-1.7 s Calculated | 6.1s-1.2 s Calculated | 6.6s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.3s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.7s-1.8 s Calculated | 14.3s-1.2 s Calculated | 14.8s-0.8 s Calculated | 15.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 190hp/t142kW/t86hp/1000 lb Calculated | 166hp/t123kW/t75hp/1000 lb Calculated | 147hp/t110kW/t67hp/1000 lb Calculated | 123hp/t91kW/t56hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 413Nm/t276lb-ft/ton Calculated | 362Nm/t242lb-ft/ton Calculated | 323Nm/t216lb-ft/ton Calculated | 258Nm/t173lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,435km892mi Calculated | 1,435km892mi Calculated | 1,435km892mi Calculated | 1,435km892mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu 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 |
| 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 | 119g/km | 119g/km | 119g/km | 119g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 257 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 228 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI 190 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.3 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.9 s | 6.4 s | 6.9 s | 7.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 16.9 s | 19.6 s | 22.3 s | 28.3 s |
| Top speed | 276 km/h 171 mph | 263 km/h 163 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.3 s | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.2 s | 9.6 s | 9.9 s | 10.3 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.7 s | 12.2 s | 12.5 s | 13.2 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.7 s | 14.3 s | 14.8 s | 15.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 179 km/h 111 mph | 171 km/h 106 mph | 165 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 295 hp 220 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 257 hp 191 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 228 hp 170 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 190 hp 142 kW |
Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 hp has 105 hp more than Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI 190 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI 190 hp and Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 hp: 105 hp (78 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 1,549 kg 3,415 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 1,549 kg 3,415 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 1,549 kg 3,415 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 1,549 kg 3,415 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 276 km/h 171 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 235 km/h 146 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 5.9 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 6.4 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 6.9 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 7.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 hp and Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI 190 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 257 hp and Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 228 hp, separated by only 0.5 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 190 hp/t 142 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 166 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 147 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 123 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 1,435 km 892 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 1,435 km 892 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 1,435 km 892 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 1,435 km 892 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 295 hp 220 kW | 5.9 s | 276 km/h 171 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 257 hp 191 kW | 6.4 s | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 228 hp 170 kW | 6.9 s | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 190 hp 142 kW | 7.7 s | 235 km/h 146 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp |
| 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp |
| 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp |
| 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp |
| 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 6.4 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 6.9 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 190 hp/t 142 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 166 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 147 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 123 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 295 hp 220 kW | 257 hp 191 kW | 228 hp 170 kW | 190 hp 142 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.9 s | 6.4 s | 6.9 s | 7.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 276 km/h 171 mph | 263 km/h 163 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,549 kg 3,415 lb | 1,549 kg 3,415 lb | 1,549 kg 3,415 lb | 1,549 kg 3,415 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km 51.1 mpg US 61.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,435 km 892 mi | 1,435 km 892 mi | 1,435 km 892 mi | 1,435 km 892 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 119 g/km | 119 g/km | 119 g/km | 119 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 | 190 hp/t 142 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 166 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 147 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 123 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 hp | Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 257 hp | Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 228 hp | Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI 190 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK | 4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.05 LC100 km | 8.05 LC100 km | 8.05 LC100 km | 8.05 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 12.96 LC100 mi | 12.96 LC100 mi | 12.96 LC100 mi | 12.96 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 690 L182 US gal152 UK gal | 690 L182 US gal152 UK gal | 690 L182 US gal152 UK gal | 690 L182 US gal152 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,208 LC/year | 1,208 LC/year | 1,208 LC/year | 1,208 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 hp
- Has 38 hp more
- Has 80 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 mph) higher top speed
- Has 25 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) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 257 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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