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Volkswagen Passat B8
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
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Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited
Sedan · Hybrid · 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
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited
Car B
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited
The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited delivers very strong fuel economy and long range at a price that’s good value in its segment. It suits budget-minded commuters and road-trippers who don’t need premium touches or extra cargo space.
5 seatsSedanHybrid5-star safety4.2 L/100km192 hpHybrid
Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame ranking profilesame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 67 / 61
City 43 / 56
Budget / value 71 / 71
Road trip 64 / 63
Performance 25 / 30
Cargo 32 / 22
Practical 50 / 48
Premium 29 / 24
Winter 30 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Volkswagen Passat B8 · Orange = Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited

Specs side-by-side

Spec Volkswagen Passat B8 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited
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

Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited

  • Very efficient for its class (4.2 L/100km) to keep running costs low
  • Long 1000 km range reduces fuel stops on road trips
  • Balanced daily performance (192 hp, 8.4 s 0–100 km/h)
  • Price of $29,700 offers good value among hybrid compact sedans

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 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited if…
More power
Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited puts out 192 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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