Volkswagen Passat is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 36 HP less power than Volkswagen Passat, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
5.4
Fuel tank capacity:
59 litres
66 litres
850 km with real consumption
850 km with real consumption
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Dimensions
Length:
4.91 m
4.77 m
Width:
1.85 m
1.83 m
Height:
1.51 m
1.48 m
Mercedes E class is larger. Mercedes E class is 14 cm longer than the Volkswagen Passat, 2 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes E class is 4 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
695 litres
650 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1950 litres
no data
Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 45 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Passat.
Turning diameter:
11.2 meters
no data
Gross weight (kg):
2`550
2`310
Safety:
The Volkswagen Passat scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Mercedes E class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Passat has serious deffects in 60 percent more cases than Mercedes E class, so Mercedes E class quality is probably significantly better
