Volkswagen Passat B8
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Volkswagen Arteon
Sedan · Gasoline · 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 safety5.2 L/100km
Volkswagen Arteon
Car B
Volkswagen Arteon
The Volkswagen Arteon blends strong petrol performance with real everyday usability for growing families and road trips. Front‑wheel drive and 8.5 L/100 km combined consumption make it less ideal for harsh winters or efficiency‑first buyers.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety280 hp
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Usage fit

Family 67 / 65
City 43 / 36
Budget / value 71 / 59
Road trip 64 / 64
Performance 25 / 33
Cargo 32 / 31
Practical 50 / 44
Premium 29 / 34
Winter 30 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Volkswagen Passat B8 · Orange = Volkswagen Arteon

Specs side-by-side

Spec Volkswagen Passat B8 Volkswagen Arteon
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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

Volkswagen Arteon

  • Strong performance for its class: 280 hp and 0–100 km/h in 5.6 s
  • Spacious 5-seat layout and 563 L trunk suit families and road trips
  • Good value in its segment at a listed price of 36,000
  • Positive safety ranking signal for peace of mind

Verdict

Pick Volkswagen Passat B8 if…
Best fuel economy
Volkswagen Passat B8 uses 5.2 L/100km vs 8.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Volkswagen Arteon if…
More power
Volkswagen Arteon puts out 280 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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