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Ford Capri vs VW Passat – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Ford Capri or VW Passat fits your lifestyle better.

Ford Capri

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Passat

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Capri @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Passat has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35700 £, while the Ford Capri costs 36300 £. That’s a price difference of around 608 £.

As for range, the Ford Capri performs significantly better – achieving up to 627 km, about 492 km more than the VW Passat.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Capri has a to a small extent edge – offering 340 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Capri is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 5.30 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.80 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Ford Capri tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Capri pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 279 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Passat is distinct lighter – 1573 kg compared to 1914 kg. The difference is around 341 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers somewhat more room – 690 L compared to 572 L. That’s a difference of about 118 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1920 L, which is about 410 L more than the Ford Capri.

When it comes to payload, Ford Capri hardly perceptible takes the win – 587 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Capri proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Capri is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Ford Capri
VW Passat

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Capri @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Ford Capri

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.8 - 16.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 374 - 627 km

Ford Capri

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Ford Capri turned the family car into something cheekily sporty, with a long, rakish profile that still promises fun at a glance. Today it lives on as a lovable classic — easy to tinker with, enjoyable to drive and guaranteed to raise smiles at any meet.

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VW Passat

5 (2 Reviews)
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The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Ford Capri
VW Passat
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Costs and Consumption

Price
36300 - 50900 £
Price
35700 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 16.4 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
374 - 627 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1914 - 2174 kg
Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
567 - 572 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4634 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1872 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1626 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1505 - 1510 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
570 - 587 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
Is the Ford Capri offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Capri is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.