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Ford Tourneo Connect vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (27,300 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Tourneo Connect or VW Passat?

Ford Tourneo Connect vs VW Passat: Key differences

Ford Tourneo Connect

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • slightly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tourneo Connect

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Ford Tourneo Connect is noticeably cheaper – starting at 27,300 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,120 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Tourneo Connect uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Passat with 1.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Passat offers slightly more range – reaching up to 135 km, about 16 km more than the Ford Tourneo Connect.

Passat

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 VW Passat offers substantially more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Ford Tourneo Connect takes 10.1 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers a bit more torque with 400 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Tourneo Connect

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Tourneo Connect is only slightly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 31 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Tourneo Connect offers significantly more boot space – 1,720 L compared to 690 L. That’s a difference of about 1,030 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Tourneo Connect carries markedly more – 818 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 241 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Tourneo Connect holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £27,300
Tourneo Connect

Ford Tourneo Connect

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 116 - 119 km
Ford Tourneo Connect
VW Passat

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Tourneo Connect

The Ford Tourneo Connect is a practical, surprisingly polished people-mover that balances family-friendly flexibility with car-like driving manners. With clever storage, sliding doors and a bright, airy cabin it’s a smart choice for buyers who want sensible versatility without sacrificing everyday comfort — and it’s oddly enjoyable to drive for its size.

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VW Passat

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 Tourneo Connect
VW Passat

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,300 - 41,900 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
116 - 119 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 164 g/km
co2
28 - 153 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,781 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
1,213 - 1,720 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
563 - 818 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.1 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
220 - 350 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
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