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Volkswagen Passat B8
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
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Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE
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
Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE
Car B
Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE
Efficient and long‑range, the Camry Hybrid XLE delivers good value in its segment with everyday usability. It emphasizes reliability and safety while offering adequate performance for commuting and road trips.
5 seatsSedanHybrid5-star safety4.2 L/100km208 hpHybrid
Why compared better on fuelcomparison picksame body typesame seatsstep-up price

Usage fit

Family 67 / 62
City 43 / 55
Budget / value 71 / 70
Road trip 64 / 64
Performance 25 / 32
Cargo 32 / 23
Practical 50 / 49
Premium 29 / 26
Winter 30 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Volkswagen Passat B8 · Orange = Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE

Specs side-by-side

Spec Volkswagen Passat B8 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE
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

Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE

  • Efficient for its class with 4.2 combined consumption
  • 800 km range reduces fuel stops on road trips
  • Ranks well for reliability and safety
  • Seats five with a usable 427 L trunk for family needs

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 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE if…
More power
Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE puts out 208 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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