Ford Fusion AWD vs Volkswagen Passat B7

Ford Fusion AWD

Sedan · Gasoline · AWD

Volkswagen Passat B7

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Ford Fusion AWD

The Ford Fusion AWD blends all-weather traction, strong power, and five-seat practicality for road trips and family duty. It’s good value in its segment, though fuel economy and cargo flexibility won’t suit everyone.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety245 hpAWD

Car B

Volkswagen Passat B7

With strong efficiency and cargo space, this petrol FWD Passat B7 suits road trips and growing families. It favors practicality and safety over premium touches or outright performance.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety6.1 L/100km

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 53 / 64

City 50 / 42

Budget / value 48 / 65

Road trip 57 / 65

Performance 39 / 30

Cargo 26 / 32

Practical 30 / 46

Premium 25 / 28

Winter 66 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Fusion AWD · Orange = Volkswagen Passat B7

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Fusion AWD Volkswagen Passat B7

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Pros & cons

Ford Fusion AWD

AWD traction for winter and variable conditions on road trips
245 hp and 7.5 s 0–100 km/h provide confident passing and merging
473 L trunk and five seats suit growing-family travel needs
Priced at 28,000, it’s good value in its segment
8.4 L/100 km combined consumption may not satisfy efficiency-focused commuters
473 L trunk limits cargo-heavy use versus larger vehicles
Seats only five with no third-row option
Not aimed at premium seekers per signals

Volkswagen Passat B7

Generous 586 L trunk supports road trips and family cargo needs.
6.1 L/100 km combined consumption is efficient for its class on long drives.
Signals strong safety standing, adding reassurance for families.
Offers good value in its segment around a 25,000 price point.
Front-wheel drive in this configuration will not satisfy buyers wanting AWD traction.
125 hp and an 8.6 s 0-100 km/h mean it is not aimed at performance driving.
Not positioned as a premium choice if you want upscale features and finishes.
Five seats only—no third row for larger families.

Verdict

Pick Ford Fusion AWD if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Ford Fusion AWD is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Volkswagen Passat B7 if…

Performance & capability

Volkswagen Passat B7 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Ford Fusion AWD

Volkswagen Passat B7

Verdict

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