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Hyundai Tucson vs VW Passat comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or VW Passat?
Hyundai Tucson vs VW Passat: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Tucson
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Hyundai Tucson is slightly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,185 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Tucson with 2.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Passat offers significantly more range – reaching up to 135 km, about 65 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.
Passat
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Tucson offers barely more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers marginally more torque with 400 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 21 Nm more.
Tucson
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 terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is only slightly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 31 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers a bit more boot space – 690 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries only slightly more – 577 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Passat is decisively ahead 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.
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VW Passat
Hyundai Tucson
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Hyundai Tucson
The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.
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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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Hyundai Tucson
VW Passat
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
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Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
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co2
28 - 153 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
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Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,849 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Payload
501 - 577 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
VW
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