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Jeep Compass vs VW Passat – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or VW Passat?

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

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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.

Jeep Compass has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the VW Passat costs 35700 £. That’s a price difference of around 1534 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 5.80 L. The difference is about 4.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Jeep Compass performs decisively better – achieving up to 500 km, about 365 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 VW Passat has a noticeable edge – offering 272 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8.50 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Jeep Compass tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Passat pulls to a small extent stronger with 400 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 55 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 barely noticeable lighter – 1573 kg compared to 1667 kg. The difference is around 94 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers distinct more room – 690 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs slightly better – up to 1920 L, which is about 359 L more than the Jeep Compass.

Who wins the race?

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

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VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 km

Jeep Compass

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The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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VW Passat

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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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Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 43200 £
Price
35700 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.50 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
500 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
74 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 133 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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
1667 - 2198 kg
Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4552 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1928 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1675 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
-
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 213 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
180 - 188 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
Jeep
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Jeep Compass have?

The Jeep Compass is available as Front-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.