Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8)
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1.5 TSI (Stage 2)
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1.5 TSI (Stage 1)
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1.5 TSI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.8 s
- Fastest top speed250 km/h155 mph Unrestricted240 km/h149 mph Restricted
- Most powerful225 hp168 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,450 kg3,197 lb
- Best power-to-weight155 hp/t116 kW/t6.4 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.7 L/100 km35.1 mpg US42.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.8 L/100 km49.0 mpg US58.9 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions124 g/km
- Best estimated range1,073 km667 mi
- Largest trunk650 L
- Best overall score68/100
- Best performance score58/100
- Best economy score92/100
- Best practicality score90/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp |
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| Power | 225hp168kW+75 hp | 195hp145kW+45 hp | 177hp132kW+27 hp | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 388Nm286lb-ft+138 Nm | 338Nm249lb-ft+88 Nm | 305Nm225lb-ft+55 Nm | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,450kg3,197lb | 1,450kg3,197lb | 1,450kg3,197lb | 1,450kg3,197lb |
| Gross weight | 2,040kg4,497lb | 2,040kg4,497lb | 2,040kg4,497lb | 2,040kg4,497lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph Calculated | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph Calculated | 223 km/h 139 mph | 213 km/h 132 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 66.4s99% target: 248 km/h / 154 mph-7.8 s Calculated | 71.1s99% target: 238 km/h / 148 mph-3.1 s Calculated | 69.5s99% target: 221 km/h / 137 mph-4.7 s Calculated | 74.2s99% target: 211 km/h / 131 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8s-2.0 s | 7.5s-1.3 s | 7.9s-0.9 s | 8.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 22.4s-21.0 s Calculated | 26.4s-17.0 s Calculated | 32.9s-10.5 s Calculated | 43.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.5s-1.8 s Calculated | 7.1s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.6s-0.8 s Calculated | 8.4s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 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 |
| Quarter mile | 14.7s-1.7 s Calculated | 15.3s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.7s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.4s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 155hp/t116kW/t70hp/1000 lb Calculated | 134hp/t100kW/t61hp/1000 lb Calculated | 122hp/t91kW/t55hp/1000 lb Calculated | 103hp/t77kW/t47hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 267Nm/t179lb-ft/ton Calculated | 233Nm/t156lb-ft/ton Calculated | 210Nm/t141lb-ft/ton Calculated | 172Nm/t115lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,073km667mi Calculated | 1,073km667mi Calculated | 1,073km667mi Calculated | 1,073km667mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,498cc91cu in | 1,498cc91cu in | 1,498cc91cu in | 1,498cc91cu in |
| Length | 4,767mm188in | 4,767mm188in | 4,767mm188in | 4,767mm188in |
| Width | 1,832mm72in | 1,832mm72in | 1,832mm72in | 1,832mm72in |
| Height | 1,516mm60in | 1,516mm60in | 1,516mm60in | 1,516mm60in |
| Wheelbase | 2,786mm110in | 2,786mm110in | 2,786mm110in | 2,786mm110in |
| Front track | 1,586mm62in | 1,586mm62in | 1,586mm62in | 1,586mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,570mm62in | 1,570mm62in | 1,570mm62in | 1,570mm62in |
| Ground clearance | 145mm6in | 145mm6in | 145mm6in | 145mm6in |
| Trunk volume | 650L | 650L | 650L | 650L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,780L | 1,780L | 1,780L | 1,780L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 59L | 59L | 59L | 59L |
| CO2 emissions | 124g/km | 124g/km | 124g/km | 124g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 1) 177 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp | 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)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp |
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0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.5 s | 7.1 s | 7.6 s | 8.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.8 s | 7.5 s | 7.9 s | 8.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 22.4 s | 26.4 s | 32.9 s | 43.4 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph Likely limited | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph Likely limited | 223 km/h 139 mph | 213 km/h 132 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.7 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s | 2.9 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.7 s | 6.9 s | 7.1 s | 7.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.8 s | 10.2 s | 10.4 s | 10.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.5 s | 13.0 s | 13.3 s | 13.9 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.7 s | 15.3 s | 15.7 s | 16.4 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 165 km/h 102 mph | 158 km/h 98 mph | 151 km/h 94 mph | 144 km/h 90 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp has 75 hp more than Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI 150 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp: 75 hp (56 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 1,450 kg 3,197 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 1,450 kg 3,197 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 1,450 kg 3,197 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp | 1,450 kg 3,197 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 Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 223 km/h 139 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp | 213 km/h 132 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI 150 hp: 2.0 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 1) 177 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 Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp | 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 |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 155 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.4 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 122 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp | 103 hp/t 77 kW/t 9.7 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 1,073 km 667 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 1,073 km 667 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 1,073 km 667 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp | 1,073 km 667 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW | 6.8 s | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW | 7.5 s | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW | 7.9 s | 223 km/h 139 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.8 s | 213 km/h 132 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 Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp |
| 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp |
| 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp |
| 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp |
| 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 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 Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 7.5 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 7.9 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 8.8 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 |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 155 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.4 kg/hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 122 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp | 103 hp/t 77 kW/t 9.7 kg/hp | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.5 TSI150 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 225 hp 168 kW | 195 hp 145 kW | 177 hp 132 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.8 s | 7.5 s | 7.9 s | 8.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph | 223 km/h 139 mph | 213 km/h 132 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,450 kg 3,197 lb | 1,450 kg 3,197 lb | 1,450 kg 3,197 lb | 1,450 kg 3,197 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km 42.8 mpg US 51.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,073 km 667 mi | 1,073 km 667 mi | 1,073 km 667 mi | 1,073 km 667 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 124 g/km | 124 g/km | 124 g/km | 124 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 650 L 23.0 cu ft | 650 L 23.0 cu ft | 650 L 23.0 cu ft | 650 L 23.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 155 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.4 kg/hp | 122 hp/t 91 kW/t 8.2 kg/hp | 103 hp/t 77 kW/t 9.7 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 1) 177 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI 150 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK | 5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 9.63 LC100 km | 9.63 LC100 km | 9.63 LC100 km | 9.63 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 15.49 LC100 mi | 15.49 LC100 mi | 15.49 LC100 mi | 15.49 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 825 L218 US gal181 UK gal | 825 L218 US gal181 UK gal | 825 L218 US gal181 UK gal | 825 L218 US gal181 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,444 LC/year | 1,444 LC/year | 1,444 LC/year | 1,444 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp
- Has 30 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 10 km/h (6 mph) higher top speed
- Has 21 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 Variant (B8) 1.5 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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