Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9)
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2.0 TDI (Stage 2)
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2.0 TDI (Stage 1)
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9)
2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 299 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.1 s
- Fastest top speed263 km/h163 mph
- Most powerful299 hp223 kW
- Highest torque640 Nm472 lb-ft
- Lightest1,688 kg3,721 lb
- Best power-to-weight177 hp/t132 kW/t5.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,138 km707 mi
- Largest trunk690 L
- Best overall score77/100
- Best performance score70/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score91/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 hp |
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| Power | 299hp223kW+106 hp | 261hp194kW+68 hp | 232hp173kW+39 hp | 193hp144kW |
| Torque | 640Nm472lb-ft+240 Nm | 560Nm413lb-ft+160 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft+100 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,688kg3,721lb | 1,688kg3,721lb | 1,688kg3,721lb | 1,688kg3,721lb |
| Gross weight | 2,320kg5,115lb | 2,320kg5,115lb | 2,320kg5,115lb | 2,320kg5,115lb |
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 62.2s99% target: 260 km/h / 162 mph-14.5 s Calculated | 67.1s99% target: 250 km/h / 156 mph-9.6 s Calculated | 71.0s99% target: 243 km/h / 151 mph-5.7 s Calculated | 76.7s99% target: 230 km/h / 143 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1s-1.9 s | 6.6s-1.4 s | 7.1s-0.9 s | 8.0s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.7s-12.2 s Calculated | 21.7s-9.2 s Calculated | 24.7s-6.3 s Calculated | 30.9s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8s-1.8 s Calculated | 6.3s-1.3 s Calculated | 6.8s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.6s 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 |
| Quarter mile | 14.0s-1.8 s Calculated | 14.6s-1.2 s Calculated | 15.0s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.8s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 177hp/t132kW/t80hp/1000 lb Calculated | 154hp/t115kW/t70hp/1000 lb Calculated | 137hp/t102kW/t62hp/1000 lb Calculated | 114hp/t85kW/t52hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 379Nm/t254lb-ft/ton Calculated | 332Nm/t222lb-ft/ton Calculated | 296Nm/t198lb-ft/ton Calculated | 237Nm/t159lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,138km707mi Calculated | 1,138km707mi Calculated | 1,138km707mi Calculated | 1,138km707mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in |
| Length | 4,917mm194in | 4,917mm194in | 4,917mm194in | 4,917mm194in |
| Width | 1,849mm73in | 1,849mm73in | 1,849mm73in | 1,849mm73in |
| Height | 1,521mm60in | 1,521mm60in | 1,521mm60in | 1,521mm60in |
| Wheelbase | 2,837mm112in | 2,837mm112in | 2,837mm112in | 2,837mm112in |
| Front track | 1,585mm62in | 1,585mm62in | 1,585mm62in | 1,585mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,574mm62in | 1,574mm62in | 1,574mm62in | 1,574mm62in |
| Trunk volume | 690L | 690L | 690L | 690L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,920L | 1,920L | 1,920L | 1,920L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 66L | 66L | 66L | 66L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 299 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 261 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 232 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI 193 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | - | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 3,500 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | - | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 3,500 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | - | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 3,500 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 hp | - | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 3,500 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.8 s | 6.3 s | 6.8 s | 7.6 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.1 s | 8.0 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.7 s | 21.7 s | 24.7 s | 30.9 s |
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.8 s | 7.1 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.4 s | 9.7 s | 10.0 s | 10.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.9 s | 12.4 s | 12.7 s | 13.4 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.0 s | 14.6 s | 15.0 s | 15.8 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 174 km/h 108 mph | 166 km/h 103 mph | 160 km/h 100 mph | 152 km/h 94 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | 299 hp 223 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | 261 hp 194 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | 232 hp 173 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 hp | 193 hp 144 kW |
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 299 hp has 106 hp more than Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI 193 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI 193 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 299 hp: 106 hp (79 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 hp | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | 1,688 kg 3,721 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | 1,688 kg 3,721 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | 1,688 kg 3,721 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 hp | 1,688 kg 3,721 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 (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 hp | 232 km/h 144 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 (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 299 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI 193 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 261 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 232 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 (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 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 (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | 177 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 hp | 114 hp/t 85 kW/t 8.7 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | 1,138 km 707 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | 1,138 km 707 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | 1,138 km 707 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 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 (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | 299 hp 223 kW | 6.1 s | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | 261 hp 194 kW | 6.6 s | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | 232 hp 173 kW | 7.1 s | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 hp | 193 hp 144 kW | 8.0 s | 232 km/h 144 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 (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 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 Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 299 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 (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 7.1 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 8.0 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 (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | 177 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 hp | 114 hp/t 85 kW/t 8.7 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)299 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)261 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)232 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B9)2.0 TDI193 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 299 hp 223 kW | 261 hp 194 kW | 232 hp 173 kW | 193 hp 144 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.1 s | 8.0 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph | 232 km/h 144 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,688 kg 3,721 lb | 1,688 kg 3,721 lb | 1,688 kg 3,721 lb | 1,688 kg 3,721 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 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 690 L 24.4 cu ft | 690 L 24.4 cu ft | 690 L 24.4 cu ft | 690 L 24.4 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 177 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 137 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 114 hp/t 85 kW/t 8.7 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 299 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 261 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 232 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI 193 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 (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 299 hp
- Has 39 hp more
- Has 80 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 10 km/h (6 mph) higher top speed
- Has 23 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
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B9) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 261 hp
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