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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2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.6 s
- Fastest top speed254 km/h158 mph
- Most powerful233 hp173 kW
- Highest torque544 Nm401 lb-ft
- Lightest1,475 kg3,252 lb
- Best power-to-weight158 hp/t118 kW/t6.3 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption4.8 L/100 km49.0 mpg US58.9 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption3.8 L/100 km61.9 mpg US74.3 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions109 g/km
- Best estimated range1,610 km1,000 mi
- Largest trunk586 L
- Best overall score68/100
- Best performance score63/100
- Best economy score96/100
- Best practicality score78/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp |
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| Power | 233hp173kW+83 hp | 203hp151kW+53 hp | 180hp134kW+30 hp | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 544Nm401lb-ft+204 Nm | 476Nm351lb-ft+136 Nm | 425Nm313lb-ft+85 Nm | 340Nm251lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,475kg3,252lb | 1,475kg3,252lb | 1,475kg3,252lb | 1,475kg3,252lb |
| Gross weight | 2,020kg4,453lb | 2,020kg4,453lb | 2,020kg4,453lb | 2,020kg4,453lb |
| Top speed | 254 km/h 158 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 64.7s99% target: 251 km/h / 156 mph-10.9 s Calculated | 68.2s99% target: 240 km/h / 149 mph-7.4 s Calculated | 70.6s99% target: 230 km/h / 143 mph-4.9 s Calculated | 75.5s99% target: 218 km/h / 135 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.6s-2.1 s | 7.2s-1.5 s | 7.8s-0.9 s | 8.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 21.1s-16.6 s Calculated | 24.9s-12.8 s Calculated | 29.1s-8.6 s Calculated | 37.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.3s-2.0 s Calculated | 6.9s-1.4 s Calculated | 7.4s-0.9 s Calculated | 8.3s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 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 |
| Fuel consumption city | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 3.8L/100 km61.9mpg US74.3mpg UK | 3.8L/100 km61.9mpg US74.3mpg UK | 3.8L/100 km61.9mpg US74.3mpg UK | 3.8L/100 km61.9mpg US74.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.5s-1.8 s Calculated | 15.1s-1.2 s Calculated | 15.6s-0.8 s Calculated | 16.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 158hp/t118kW/t71hp/1000 lb Calculated | 137hp/t102kW/t62hp/1000 lb Calculated | 122hp/t91kW/t55hp/1000 lb Calculated | 102hp/t76kW/t46hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 369Nm/t247lb-ft/ton Calculated | 323Nm/t216lb-ft/ton Calculated | 288Nm/t193lb-ft/ton Calculated | 231Nm/t154lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,610km1,000mi Calculated | 1,610km1,000mi Calculated | 1,610km1,000mi Calculated | 1,610km1,000mi 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 | 109g/km | 109g/km | 109g/km | 109g/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) 233 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 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)233 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.4 s | 8.3 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.6 s | 7.2 s | 7.8 s | 8.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 21.1 s | 24.9 s | 29.1 s | 37.7 s |
| Top speed | 254 km/h 158 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.7 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s | 2.9 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.6 s | 6.8 s | 7.0 s | 7.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.7 s | 10.1 s | 10.4 s | 10.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.3 s | 12.8 s | 13.2 s | 13.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.5 s | 15.1 s | 15.6 s | 16.3 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 167 km/h 104 mph | 160 km/h 99 mph | 154 km/h 96 mph | 146 km/h 91 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp has 83 hp more than Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI 150 hp and Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp: 83 hp (62 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 544 Nm 401 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 476 Nm 351 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 425 Nm 313 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 340 Nm 251 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)233 hp | 1,475 kg 3,252 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,475 kg 3,252 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,475 kg 3,252 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 1,475 kg 3,252 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 254 km/h 158 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 220 km/h 137 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)233 hp | 6.6 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 7.2 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 7.8 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 8.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp and Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI 150 hp: 2.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp and Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 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)233 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 158 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 122 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 102 hp/t 76 kW/t 9.8 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)233 hp | 1,610 km 1,000 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,610 km 1,000 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,610 km 1,000 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 1,610 km 1,000 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)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW | 6.6 s | 254 km/h 158 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW | 7.2 s | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 7.8 s | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.7 s | 220 km/h 137 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 (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp |
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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)233 hp |
| 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp |
| 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp |
| 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp |
| 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 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)233 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 7.2 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 7.8 s |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 8.7 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)233 hp | 158 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 122 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 102 hp/t 76 kW/t 9.8 kg/hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | VolkswagenPassat (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 233 hp 173 kW | 203 hp 151 kW | 180 hp 134 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 544 Nm 401 lb-ft | 476 Nm 351 lb-ft | 425 Nm 313 lb-ft | 340 Nm 251 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.6 s | 7.2 s | 7.8 s | 8.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 254 km/h 158 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph | 220 km/h 137 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,475 kg 3,252 lb | 1,475 kg 3,252 lb | 1,475 kg 3,252 lb | 1,475 kg 3,252 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,610 km 1,000 mi | 1,610 km 1,000 mi | 1,610 km 1,000 mi | 1,610 km 1,000 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 109 g/km | 109 g/km | 109 g/km | 109 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 | 158 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 122 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp | 102 hp/t 76 kW/t 9.8 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) 233 hp | Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp | Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp | Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI 150 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK | 4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK | 4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK | 4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 7.17 LC100 km | 7.17 LC100 km | 7.17 LC100 km | 7.17 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 11.55 LC100 mi | 11.55 LC100 mi | 11.55 LC100 mi | 11.55 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 615 L162 US gal135 UK gal | 615 L162 US gal135 UK gal | 615 L162 US gal135 UK gal | 615 L162 US gal135 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,076 LC/year | 1,076 LC/year | 1,076 LC/year | 1,076 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Has 30 hp more
- Has 68 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 20 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) 203 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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