Volkswagen Passat 2014 vs Volkswagen Passat 2012
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.4 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 122 HP | 160 HP | |
| Torque: | 200 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 8.9 seconds | |
| Volkswagen Passat 2014 engine produces 38 HP less power than Volkswagen Passat 2012, whereas torque is 50 NM less than Volkswagen Passat 2012. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 7.7 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 70 litres | |
| 880 km with real consumption | 850 km with real consumption | ||
| Volkswagen Passat 2014 1.4 engine: The engine is prone to increased vibration at idle. The engine is also very demanding on fuel quality. The timing chain has a low life expectancy and must be monitored. Turbine problems are also common. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.77 m | 4.77 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.52 m | |
| Volkswagen Passat 2014 and Volkswagen Passat 2012 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 586 litres | 588 litres | |
| Volkswagen Passat 2014 has 2 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Passat 2012. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.4 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`170 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | below average | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 16 000 | 15 000 | |
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