Volkswagen Passat B8
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Ford Fusion Energi
Sedan · Phev · FWD
Volkswagen Passat B8
Car A
Volkswagen Passat B8
The Volkswagen Passat B8 focuses on efficiency and practicality, delivering good value in its segment. With 5.2 L/100 km combined consumption and a 586 L trunk, it fits growing families and long-distance travel.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety
Ford Fusion Energi
Car B
Ford Fusion Energi
The Ford Fusion Energi focuses on efficiency and everyday value, pairing a plug-in hybrid setup with five-seat practicality. Best for city commuting and small-family use, though EV range and cargo flexibility are modest.
5 seatsSedanPhev5-star safety2 L/100km188 hpPlug-in hybrid
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Usage fit

Family 67 / 59
City 43 / 58
Budget / value 71 / 69
Road trip 64 / 48
Performance 25 / 30
Cargo 32 / 22
Practical 50 / 47
Premium 29 / 25
Winter 30 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Volkswagen Passat B8 · Orange = Ford Fusion Energi

Specs side-by-side

Spec Volkswagen Passat B8 Ford Fusion Energi
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Volkswagen Passat B8

  • 5.2 L/100 km combined is efficient for its class
  • Large 586 L cargo area suits family gear and road trips
  • Five seats and FWD make daily commuting straightforward
  • Strong safety and reliability ranking signals

Ford Fusion Energi

  • Efficient for its class with very low combined consumption
  • Up to 35 km electric range covers many city trips
  • Five seats and a 403 L trunk suit family-compact needs
  • At 34,000, it represents good value in its segment

Verdict

Pick Volkswagen Passat B8 if…
Lower entry price
Volkswagen Passat B8 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Ford Fusion Energi if…
More power
Ford Fusion Energi puts out 188 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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