Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8)
Car comparison
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.4 TSIvsVolkswagen Passat Variant (B8) · Facelift 2019 1.5 TSI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonVolkswagen Passat Variant (B8) · Facelift 2019
1.5 TSI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.4 TSI
- Quickest 0-100 km/h8.6 s
- Fastest top speed218 km/h135 mph
- Most powerful150 hp112 kW
- Highest torque250 Nm184 lb-ft
- Lightest1,378 kg3,038 lb
- Best power-to-weight109 hp/t81 kW/t9.2 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.2 L/100 km45.2 mpg US54.3 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,269 km789 mi
- Largest trunk650 L
- Best overall score59/100
- Best performance score44/100
- Best economy score93/100
- Best practicality score90/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 150hp112kW | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 250Nm184lb-ft | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,378kg3,038lb | 1,390kg3,064lb |
| Gross weight | 2,040kg4,497lb | 2,050kg4,519lb |
| Top speed | 218 km/h 135 mph | 214 km/h 133 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 73.5s99% target: 216 km/h / 134 mph Calculated | 74.7s99% target: 212 km/h / 132 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.6s | 8.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 38.3s Calculated | 42.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 8.2s Calculated | 8.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 16.3s Calculated | 16.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 109hp/t81kW/t49hp/1000 lb Calculated | 108hp/t80kW/t49hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 181Nm/t121lb-ft/ton Calculated | 180Nm/t120lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,269km789mi Calculated | 1,200km746mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,395cc85cu in | 1,498cc91cu in |
| Length | 4,767mm188in | 4,889mm192in |
| Width | 1,832mm72in | 1,832mm72in |
| Height | 1,477mm58in | 1,516mm60in |
| Wheelbase | 2,791mm110in | 2,786mm110in |
| Front track | 1,584mm62in | 1,586mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,568mm62in | 1,572mm62in |
| Ground clearance | 145mm6in | - |
| Trunk volume | 650L | 650L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,780L | 1,780L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 66L | 66L |
| CO2 emissions | 120g/km | - |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.4 TSI: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) Facelift 2019 1.5 TSI: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 8.2 s | 8.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 8.6 s | 8.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 38.3 s | 42.7 s |
| Top speed | 218 km/h 135 mph | 214 km/h 133 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.9 s | 2.9 s |
330 ft 101 m | 7.3 s | 7.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 10.8 s | 10.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 13.8 s | 14.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 16.3 s | 16.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 147 km/h 91 mph | 144 km/h 90 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | 150 hp 112 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI | 150 hp 112 kW |
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | 1,378 kg 3,038 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | 218 km/h 135 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI | 214 km/h 133 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | 8.6 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI | 8.9 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.4 TSI and Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) Facelift 2019 1.5 TSI: 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | 109 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.2 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI | 108 hp/t 80 kW/t 9.3 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | 1,269 km 789 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI | 1,200 km 746 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.6 s | 218 km/h 135 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.9 s | 214 km/h 133 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 Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 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 Variant (B8)1.4 TSI |
| 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI |
| 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.4 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 Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | 8.6 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 8.9 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 Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | 109 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.2 kg/hp | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI | 108 hp/t 80 kW/t 9.3 kg/hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.4 TSI | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)Facelift 20191.5 TSI | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 150 hp 112 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 8.6 s | 8.9 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 218 km/h 135 mph | 214 km/h 133 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,378 kg 3,038 lb | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.2 L/100 km 45.2 mpg US 54.3 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,269 km 789 mi | 1,200 km 746 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 120 g/km | - | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 650 L 23.0 cu ft | 650 L 23.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 109 hp/t 81 kW/t 9.2 kg/hp | 108 hp/t 80 kW/t 9.3 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.4 TSI | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) Facelift 2019 1.5 TSI |
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| Consumption | 5.2 L/100 km45.2 mpg US54.3 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 9.10 LC100 km | 9.63 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 14.65 LC100 mi | 15.49 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 780 L206 US gal172 UK gal | 825 L218 US gal181 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,365 LC/year | 1,444 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.4 TSI
- Is 12 kg lighter
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 4 km/h (2 mph) higher top speed
- Uses 0.3 L/100 km less fuel
- Has 1 hp/t better power-to-weight
- Has 69 km (43 mi) more estimated range
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
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) Facelift 2019 1.5 TSI
No measurable advantages in the available data.
Cons
- Slowest 0-100 km/h
- Highest combined fuel consumption
- Heaviest
- Lowest top speed
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