Volkswagen Passat vs Volvo XC70
Overview | |
MSRP$27,575 | MSRP$37,100 |
Average price$13,393 | Average price$10,785 |
Listings3764 | Listings334 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
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Reviews SummaryFirst came the Dasher in 1974, then the Quantum in 1982, then the Passat in 1990. None became household names like the Honda Accord or Toyota Camry, partly because the Passat and its progenitors appealed to a small contingent of Americans seeking European design, engineering, and driving dynamics in a car often characterized as a bargain-priced Audi. But in the midsize sedan segment, a reputation for reliability and efficiency, not design or handling, is king. Tired of compromise, Volkswagen "Americanized" the Passat for the 2011 model year, moving production to a new factory in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The car's blandly attractive design, huge interior, big trunk, and soft ride seemed to be just what U.S. customers wanted, along with a ”Made in the USA” label. But those potential buyers had moved on to SUVs, and the new Passat alienated some of the VW faithful. The Dieselgate scandal didn't help the Passat, either. VW nailed the car's coffin shut when the family car segment began to wither rapidly. So now, the Passat departs the U.S. market, effectively replaced by the Tiguan and Atlas SUVs and leaving the Jetta to serve people who still want a sedan wearing a VW logo on its grille. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 174 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 240 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower174 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower240 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 174 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 240 hp I4 |
Torque206 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower174 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower240 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall3 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.9 cu ft | Cargo Space33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3369 lbs | Curb Weight3792 lbs |
Height58.7 in | Height63.1 in |
Length193.6 in | Length190.5 in |
Width72.6 in | Width73.9 in |
Wheelbase110.4 in | Wheelbase110.8 in |
Maximum Payload937 lbs | Maximum Payload1168 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $27,575 | $37,100 |
Average price | $13,393 | $10,785 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 6.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | First came the Dasher in 1974, then the Quantum in 1982, then the Passat in 1990. None became household names like the Honda Accord or Toyota Camry, partly because the Passat and its progenitors appealed to a small contingent of Americans seeking European design, engineering, and driving dynamics in a car often characterized as a bargain-priced Audi. But in the midsize sedan segment, a reputation for reliability and efficiency, not design or handling, is king. Tired of compromise, Volkswagen "Americanized" the Passat for the 2011 model year, moving production to a new factory in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The car's blandly attractive design, huge interior, big trunk, and soft ride seemed to be just what U.S. customers wanted, along with a ”Made in the USA” label. But those potential buyers had moved on to SUVs, and the new Passat alienated some of the VW faithful. The Dieselgate scandal didn't help the Passat, either. VW nailed the car's coffin shut when the family car segment began to wither rapidly. So now, the Passat departs the U.S. market, effectively replaced by the Tiguan and Atlas SUVs and leaving the Jetta to serve people who still want a sedan wearing a VW logo on its grille. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 174 hp I4 | 2.0L 240 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5200 rpm | 240 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 174 hp I4 | 2.0L 240 hp I4 |
Torque | 206 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5200 rpm | 240 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 3 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.9 cu ft | 33.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3369 lbs | 3792 lbs |
Height | 58.7 in | 63.1 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 190.5 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 73.9 in |
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 110.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 937 lbs | 1168 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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