Ford Taurus (2020-present)
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Volkswagen Passat B8
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Ford Taurus (2020-present)
Car A
Ford Taurus (2020-present)
With a large 600 L trunk, efficient 8.1 combined consumption, and five-seat comfort, the Ford Taurus suits road trips and everyday commuting. Front-wheel drive and a focus on value over luxury make it a sensible choice if you don’t need all-wheel drive or premium trimmings.
5 seatsSedanGasoline290 hp
Volkswagen Passat B8
Car B
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 safety5.2 L/100km
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Usage fit

Family 37 / 67
City 38 / 43
Budget / value 49 / 71
Road trip 50 / 64
Performance 38 / 25
Cargo 33 / 32
Practical 33 / 50
Premium 23 / 29
Winter 18 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Taurus (2020-present) · Orange = Volkswagen Passat B8

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Taurus (2020-present) Volkswagen Passat B8
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Pros & cons

Ford Taurus (2020-present)

  • 600 L trunk makes packing for road trips and family errands easy
  • Efficient for its class (8.1 combined) lowers fuel spend on long drives
  • Strong 290 hp and 400 Nm help with confident passing when loaded
  • Around $27,000 represents good value in its segment

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

Verdict

Pick Ford Taurus (2020-present) if…
Lower entry price
Ford Taurus (2020-present) starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Volkswagen Passat B8 if…
Performance & capability
Volkswagen Passat B8 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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