Volkswagen Passat Variant (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 (Stage 2)
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1.8 TSI (Stage 1)
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1.8 TSI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.3 s
- Fastest top speed259 km/h161 mph
- Most powerful270 hp201 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,430 kg3,153 lb
- Best power-to-weight189 hp/t141 kW/t5.3 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.1 L/100 km33.1 mpg US39.8 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.0 L/100 km47.0 mpg US56.5 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions131 g/km
- Best estimated range1,138 km707 mi
- Largest trunk650 L
- Best overall score72/100
- Best performance score63/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score90/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp |
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| Power | 270hp201kW+90 hp | 234hp174kW+54 hp | 212hp158kW+32 hp | 180hp134kW |
| Torque | 388Nm286lb-ft+138 Nm | 338Nm249lb-ft+88 Nm | 305Nm225lb-ft+55 Nm | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,430kg3,153lb | 1,430kg3,153lb | 1,430kg3,153lb | 1,430kg3,153lb |
| Gross weight | 2,090kg4,608lb | 2,090kg4,608lb | 2,090kg4,608lb | 2,090kg4,608lb |
| Top speed | 259 km/h 161 mph | 248 km/h 154 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 60.1s99% target: 256 km/h / 159 mph-17.4 s Calculated | 64.6s99% target: 246 km/h / 153 mph-12.8 s Calculated | 67.7s99% target: 239 km/h / 148 mph-9.8 s Calculated | 77.5s99% target: 238 km/h / 148 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.3s-1.8 s | 6.9s-1.2 s | 7.3s-0.8 s | 8.1s |
| 0-200 km/h | 19.2s-9.5 s Calculated | 22.5s-6.2 s Calculated | 25.2s-3.5 s Calculated | 28.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.0s-1.7 s Calculated | 6.6s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.0s-0.7 s Calculated | 7.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.1L/100 km33.1mpg US39.8mpg UK | 7.1L/100 km33.1mpg US39.8mpg UK | 7.1L/100 km33.1mpg US39.8mpg UK | 7.1L/100 km33.1mpg US39.8mpg 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 | 14.2s-1.6 s Calculated | 14.8s-1.0 s Calculated | 15.2s-0.6 s Calculated | 15.8s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 189hp/t141kW/t86hp/1000 lb Calculated | 164hp/t122kW/t74hp/1000 lb Calculated | 149hp/t111kW/t67hp/1000 lb Calculated | 126hp/t94kW/t57hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 271Nm/t181lb-ft/ton Calculated | 236Nm/t158lb-ft/ton Calculated | 213Nm/t143lb-ft/ton Calculated | 175Nm/t117lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,138km707mi Calculated | 1,138km707mi Calculated | 1,138km707mi Calculated | 1,138km707mi 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 | 1,477mm58in | 1,477mm58in | 1,477mm58in | 1,477mm58in |
| 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 | 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 | 66L | 66L | 66L | 66L |
| CO2 emissions | 131g/km | 131g/km | 131g/km | 131g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 1) 212 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI 180 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 5,100-6,200 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5,100-6,200 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 5,100-6,200 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 5,100-6,200 rpm | 1,250-5,000 rpm | 6,450 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.0 s | 6.6 s | 7.0 s | 7.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.3 s | 8.1 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 19.2 s | 22.5 s | 25.2 s | 28.7 s |
| Top speed | 259 km/h 161 mph | 248 km/h 154 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 6.9 s | 7.2 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.5 s | 9.9 s | 10.1 s | 10.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.1 s | 12.6 s | 12.9 s | 13.4 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.2 s | 14.8 s | 15.2 s | 15.8 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 173 km/h 107 mph | 165 km/h 102 mph | 160 km/h 99 mph | 153 km/h 95 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 212 hp 158 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW |
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp has 90 hp more than Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI 180 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI 180 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (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 Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 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)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 1,430 kg 3,153 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)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 248 km/h 154 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 241 km/h 150 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 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) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI 180 hp: 1.8 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (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 Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 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)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 164 hp/t 122 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 149 hp/t 111 kW/t 6.7 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 126 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 1,138 km 707 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 1,138 km 707 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 1,138 km 707 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 1,138 km 707 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)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW | 6.3 s | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 234 hp 174 kW | 6.9 s | 248 km/h 154 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 212 hp 158 kW | 7.3 s | 241 km/h 150 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 8.1 s | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 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)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Passat Variant (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 Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 6.3 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 6.9 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 7.3 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 8.1 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)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | 164 hp/t 122 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | 149 hp/t 111 kW/t 6.7 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI180 hp | 126 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 3)270 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 2)234 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)1.8 TSI (Stage 1)212 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (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 | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.3 s | 8.1 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 259 km/h 161 mph | 248 km/h 154 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb | 1,430 kg 3,153 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,138 km 707 mi | 1,138 km 707 mi | 1,138 km 707 mi | 1,138 km 707 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 131 g/km | 131 g/km | 131 g/km | 131 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 | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 164 hp/t 122 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 149 hp/t 111 kW/t 6.7 kg/hp | 126 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 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) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 1) 212 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI 180 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 3) 270 hp
- Has 36 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 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 Variant (B8) 1.8 TSI (Stage 2) 234 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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