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Volkswagen Passat NMS
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Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Volkswagen Passat NMS
Car A
Volkswagen Passat NMS
The Volkswagen Passat NMS delivers generous space, efficient petrol running, and solid performance at a price that reads as good value for growing families and road trips. Its focus leans more toward reliability and safety than luxury flair.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety6 L/100km220 hp
Ford Mondeo Mk3
Car B
Ford Mondeo Mk3
A five-seat FWD Mondeo with a 500‑liter trunk, the Mk3 balances efficiency and practicality at a price that reads as good value in its segment. It suits budget-focused families and road-trippers who want responsive acceleration without premium trappings.
5 seatsSedanGasoline4-star safety
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 67 / 56
City 42 / 39
Budget / value 69 / 65
Road trip 64 / 56
Performance 36 / 29
Cargo 32 / 28
Practical 49 / 43
Premium 30 / 25
Winter 30 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Volkswagen Passat NMS · Orange = Ford Mondeo Mk3

Specs side-by-side

Spec Volkswagen Passat NMS Ford Mondeo Mk3
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Volkswagen Passat NMS

  • Very large 586 L trunk supports family gear and long-weekend luggage.
  • Efficient for its class at 6 L/100 km, helping control fuel spend.
  • Strong everyday performance: 0–100 km/h in 8.0 s with 220 hp and 350 Nm.
  • Good value in its segment around $26,000.

Ford Mondeo Mk3

  • Good value in its segment at a listed price of 25,000
  • Efficient for its class with combined consumption of 8
  • 500-liter trunk and five seats suit growing families and road trips
  • 0–100 km/h in 7.8 s supports confident merging and overtakes

Verdict

Pick Volkswagen Passat NMS if…
Best fuel economy
Volkswagen Passat NMS uses 6.0 L/100km vs 8.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Ford Mondeo Mk3 if…
Performance & capability
Ford Mondeo Mk3 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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