2021 Volkswagen Passat vs 2022 Audi A4
Overview | |
MSRP$23,995 | MSRP$39,900 |
Average price$19,370 | Average price$28,699 |
Listings402 | Listings167 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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2021 Volkswagen Passat Reviews SummaryDespite its German branding, the 2021 Volkswagen Passat is an All-American midsize sedan. It was developed specifically for the United States market, and it’s built in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In 2011, when the Americanized Passat was launched, VW thought the sedan was the key to dominating the U.S. market. Midsize sedans like the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry were still the default choice for most buyers at that time, after all. A lot has changed since then—SUVs are surging in popularity, and a diesel-emissions scandal has forced VW to focus more on electric cars—but the Passat rolls on. With the flashier Arteon now in the lineup, however, the Passat has been repositioned as VW's value-focused midsize sedan. The Passat got a significant update for the 2020 model year, so changes for 2021 are fairly limited. The previously-available Passat SEL trim level is gone, leaving just the base S, SE, and R-Line models. Adaptive cruise control is now standard across the board, and some trim levels get more standard equipment as well. Our test car was a mid-level SE model. | |
2022 Audi A4 Reviews SummaryWe’d forgotten just how terrific the Audi A4 can be. The compact luxury sports sedan is over half a decade old now. After a week-long stint in a 2022 Audi A4 Prestige 45 TFSI, we’re reminded of the A4’s fundamental appeal. From its rock-solid structure to its modern technology, nothing about the 2022 A4 telegraphs the car’s age. The A4 remains an excellent choice in a luxury sports sedan. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 174 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower174 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower201 hp @ 4200 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 174 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque206 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | Torque236 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower174 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower201 hp @ 4200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.9 cu ft | Cargo Space12.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3314 lbs | Curb Weight3682 lbs |
Height58.7 in | Height56.2 in |
Length193.6 in | Length187.5 in |
Width72.6 in | Width79.6 in |
Wheelbase110.4 in | Wheelbase111.0 in |
Maximum Payload948 lbs | Maximum Payload1014 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $23,995 | $39,900 |
Average price | $19,370 | $28,699 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.0 |
Expert reviews | 6.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Despite its German branding, the 2021 Volkswagen Passat is an All-American midsize sedan. It was developed specifically for the United States market, and it’s built in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In 2011, when the Americanized Passat was launched, VW thought the sedan was the key to dominating the U.S. market. Midsize sedans like the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry were still the default choice for most buyers at that time, after all. A lot has changed since then—SUVs are surging in popularity, and a diesel-emissions scandal has forced VW to focus more on electric cars—but the Passat rolls on. With the flashier Arteon now in the lineup, however, the Passat has been repositioned as VW's value-focused midsize sedan. The Passat got a significant update for the 2020 model year, so changes for 2021 are fairly limited. The previously-available Passat SEL trim level is gone, leaving just the base S, SE, and R-Line models. Adaptive cruise control is now standard across the board, and some trim levels get more standard equipment as well. Our test car was a mid-level SE model. | We’d forgotten just how terrific the Audi A4 can be. The compact luxury sports sedan is over half a decade old now. After a week-long stint in a 2022 Audi A4 Prestige 45 TFSI, we’re reminded of the A4’s fundamental appeal. From its rock-solid structure to its modern technology, nothing about the 2022 A4 telegraphs the car’s age. The A4 remains an excellent choice in a luxury sports sedan. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 174 hp I4 | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5200 rpm | 201 hp @ 4200 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 174 hp I4 | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque | 206 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | 236 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5200 rpm | 201 hp @ 4200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.9 cu ft | 12.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3314 lbs | 3682 lbs |
Height | 58.7 in | 56.2 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 187.5 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 79.6 in |
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 111.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 948 lbs | 1014 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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