2020 Volkswagen Passat vs 2021 MINI Cooper
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MSRP$22,995 | MSRP$22,400 |
Average price$18,802 | Average price$24,721 |
Listings428 | Listings289 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.0 out of 10 |
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2020 Volkswagen Passat Reviews SummaryVolkswagen builds a full-size car in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and has for nearly a decade. It’s called the Passat, and it gets a restyle for 2020. Huge inside like a full-size automobile, priced like a midsize sedan, and thrifty with gas like a compact car, the Passat has long been one of my favorite family haulers. Unfortunately, what it needs is a redesign, not a restyle. But since consumers want SUVs instead of sedans and VW is about to roll out a squadron of electric vehicles, the company couldn’t make a business case for spending a pile of cash to craft a new gas-powered car. Instead, you get the old one wearing a new suit. | |
2021 MINI Cooper Reviews SummaryThe MINI Cooper is a funky little car with a big attitude that screams nostalgia. The BMW-owned automaker marches to the beat of its own drum, and while the MINI Cooper isn’t the most practical or best equipped car in its class, its unique styling and classic fun-loving attitude will be just what the doctor ordered for many buyers. The Cooper is available in body styles that include the two-door Mini Cooper Hardtop, a four-door hardtop, and a convertible. Other variants of the Cooper go by different names, such as the larger MINI Countryman crossover and the Clubman wagon. Updates for the 2021 model year includes several new features and the re-addition of a manual transmission option. Two new special editions are also available: MINI Sidewalk and John Cooper Works GP. The MINI Cooper's odd place in the market pits it against several competitors from various classes. New car buyers may cross-shop the Mazda MX-5 Miata, BMW 2 Series, Kia Soul, Kia Seltos, Subaru BRZ, Toyota GR86, Hyundai Kona, or Mazda MX-30 when making a buying decision on the MINI. Prior to their discontinuation, the Ford Fiesta and Honda Fit were solid Mini competitors as well. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 174 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower174 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4400 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway37 |
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Engine Name2.0L 174 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque206 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm |
Horsepower174 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
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MPG City23 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.9 cu ft | Cargo Space8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3325 lbs | Curb Weight2707 lbs |
Height58.0 in | Height55.7 in |
Length193.6 in | Length151.1 in |
Width72.2 in | Width76.1 in |
Wheelbase110.4 in | Wheelbase98.2 in |
Maximum Payload926 lbs | Maximum Payload818 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $22,995 | $22,400 |
Average price | $18,802 | $24,721 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 5.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Volkswagen builds a full-size car in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and has for nearly a decade. It’s called the Passat, and it gets a restyle for 2020. Huge inside like a full-size automobile, priced like a midsize sedan, and thrifty with gas like a compact car, the Passat has long been one of my favorite family haulers. Unfortunately, what it needs is a redesign, not a restyle. But since consumers want SUVs instead of sedans and VW is about to roll out a squadron of electric vehicles, the company couldn’t make a business case for spending a pile of cash to craft a new gas-powered car. Instead, you get the old one wearing a new suit. | The MINI Cooper is a funky little car with a big attitude that screams nostalgia. The BMW-owned automaker marches to the beat of its own drum, and while the MINI Cooper isn’t the most practical or best equipped car in its class, its unique styling and classic fun-loving attitude will be just what the doctor ordered for many buyers. The Cooper is available in body styles that include the two-door Mini Cooper Hardtop, a four-door hardtop, and a convertible. Other variants of the Cooper go by different names, such as the larger MINI Countryman crossover and the Clubman wagon. Updates for the 2021 model year includes several new features and the re-addition of a manual transmission option. Two new special editions are also available: MINI Sidewalk and John Cooper Works GP. The MINI Cooper's odd place in the market pits it against several competitors from various classes. New car buyers may cross-shop the Mazda MX-5 Miata, BMW 2 Series, Kia Soul, Kia Seltos, Subaru BRZ, Toyota GR86, Hyundai Kona, or Mazda MX-30 when making a buying decision on the MINI. Prior to their discontinuation, the Ford Fiesta and Honda Fit were solid Mini competitors as well. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 174 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5200 rpm | 134 hp @ 4400 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 174 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque | 206 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5200 rpm | 134 hp @ 4400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.9 cu ft | 8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3325 lbs | 2707 lbs |
Height | 58.0 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 151.1 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 76.1 in |
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 98.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 926 lbs | 818 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
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