Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8)
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Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI · Stage 3vsVolkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI · Stage 1vsVolkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI · Stage 2vsVolkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI
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2.0 TDI (Stage 1)
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2.0 TDI (Stage 2)
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2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.9 s
- Fastest top speed259 km/h161 mph
- Most powerful295 hp220 kW
- Highest torque640 Nm472 lb-ft
- Lightest1,674 kg3,691 lb
- Best power-to-weight176 hp/t131 kW/t5.7 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.1 L/100 km38.6 mpg US46.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions135 g/km
- Best estimated range1,294 km804 mi
- Largest trunk650 L
- Best overall score76/100
- Best performance score70/100
- Best economy score93/100
- Best practicality score90/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp |
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| Power | 295hp220kW+105 hp | 228hp170kW+38 hp | 257hp191kW+67 hp | 190hp142kW |
| Torque | 640Nm472lb-ft+240 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft+100 Nm | 560Nm413lb-ft+160 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,674kg3,691lb | 1,674kg3,691lb | 1,674kg3,691lb | 1,674kg3,691lb |
| Gross weight | 2,220kg4,894lb | 2,220kg4,894lb | 2,220kg4,894lb | 2,220kg4,894lb |
| Top speed | 259 km/h 161 mph | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph Calculated | 249 km/h 155 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 58.0s99% target: 256 km/h / 159 mph-13.1 s Calculated | 69.4s99% target: 248 km/h / 154 mph-1.7 s Calculated | 62.5s99% target: 247 km/h / 153 mph-8.7 s Calculated | 71.1s99% target: 226 km/h / 140 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9s-1.9 s | 6.9s-0.8 s | 6.4s-1.3 s | 7.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.2s-12.5 s Calculated | 23.0s-7.7 s Calculated | 21.2s-9.5 s Calculated | 30.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.6s-1.7 s Calculated | 6.5s-0.8 s Calculated | 6.1s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.3s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK | 5.1L/100 km46.1mpg US55.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 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 |
| Quarter mile | 13.8s-1.7 s Calculated | 14.8s-0.8 s Calculated | 14.4s-1.2 s Calculated | 15.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 176hp/t131kW/t80hp/1000 lb Calculated | 136hp/t102kW/t62hp/1000 lb Calculated | 153hp/t114kW/t70hp/1000 lb Calculated | 114hp/t85kW/t51hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 382Nm/t256lb-ft/ton Calculated | 299Nm/t200lb-ft/ton Calculated | 335Nm/t224lb-ft/ton Calculated | 239Nm/t160lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,294km804mi Calculated | 1,294km804mi Calculated | 1,294km804mi Calculated | 1,294km804mi 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 | 1,477mm58in | 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 |
| 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 | 135g/km | 135g/km | 135g/km | 135g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 228 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 257 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI 190 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (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 Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.6 s | 6.5 s | 6.1 s | 7.3 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.9 s | 6.9 s | 6.4 s | 7.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.2 s | 23.0 s | 21.2 s | 30.7 s |
| Top speed | 259 km/h 161 mph | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph Likely limited | 249 km/h 155 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.3 s | 6.7 s | 6.5 s | 6.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.2 s | 9.8 s | 9.6 s | 10.3 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.7 s | 12.5 s | 12.2 s | 13.2 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.8 s | 14.8 s | 14.4 s | 15.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 175 km/h 109 mph | 163 km/h 101 mph | 168 km/h 104 mph | 153 km/h 95 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 295 hp 220 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 228 hp 170 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 257 hp 191 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 190 hp 142 kW |
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 hp has 105 hp more than Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI 190 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI 190 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (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 |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (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 |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 1,674 kg 3,691 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 1,674 kg 3,691 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 1,674 kg 3,691 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 1,674 kg 3,691 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 228 km/h 142 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) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI 190 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 257 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (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 Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 176 hp/t 131 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 136 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 114 hp/t 85 kW/t 8.8 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 1,294 km 804 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 1,294 km 804 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 1,294 km 804 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 1,294 km 804 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 295 hp 220 kW | 5.9 s | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 228 hp 170 kW | 6.9 s | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 257 hp 191 kW | 6.4 s | 249 km/h 155 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 190 hp 142 kW | 7.7 s | 228 km/h 142 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)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp |
| 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp |
| 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp |
| 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp |
| 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Passat Variant (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 Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 6.9 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 6.4 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 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 Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | 176 hp/t 131 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | 136 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | 114 hp/t 85 kW/t 8.8 kg/hp | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)295 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)228 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)257 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI190 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 295 hp 220 kW | 228 hp 170 kW | 257 hp 191 kW | 190 hp 142 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.9 s | 6.9 s | 6.4 s | 7.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 259 km/h 161 mph | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph | 249 km/h 155 mph | 228 km/h 142 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,674 kg 3,691 lb | 1,674 kg 3,691 lb | 1,674 kg 3,691 lb | 1,674 kg 3,691 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km 46.1 mpg US 55.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,294 km 804 mi | 1,294 km 804 mi | 1,294 km 804 mi | 1,294 km 804 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 135 g/km | 135 g/km | 135 g/km | 135 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 | 176 hp/t 131 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 136 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 114 hp/t 85 kW/t 8.8 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) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 228 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 257 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI 190 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK | 5.1 L/100 km46.1 mpg US55.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.92 LC100 km | 8.92 LC100 km | 8.92 LC100 km | 8.92 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 14.36 LC100 mi | 14.36 LC100 mi | 14.36 LC100 mi | 14.36 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 765 L202 US gal168 UK gal | 765 L202 US gal168 UK gal | 765 L202 US gal168 UK gal | 765 L202 US gal168 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,339 LC/year | 1,339 LC/year | 1,339 LC/year | 1,339 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 295 hp
- Has 67 hp more
- Has 140 Nm more
- Is 1.0 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 9 km/h (6 mph) higher top speed
- Has 40 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) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 228 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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