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Mercedes B Class vs VW Passat – Performance, range & efficiency compared
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes B Class or VW Passat fits your lifestyle better.
B Class
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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.
Mercedes B Class has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33100 £, while the VW Passat costs 35700 £. That’s a price difference of around 2605 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 2.50 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.
As for range, the VW Passat performs noticeable better – achieving up to 135 km, about 52 km more than the Mercedes B Class.
Passat
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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 VW Passat has a somewhat edge – offering 272 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.50 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls to a small extent stronger with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.
B Class
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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 curb weight, Mercedes B Class is somewhat lighter – 1405 kg compared to 1573 kg. The difference is around 168 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers noticeable more room – 690 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs somewhat better – up to 1920 L, which is about 380 L more than the Mercedes B Class.
When it comes to payload, VW Passat hardly perceptible takes the win – 577 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.
Who wins the race?
The VW Passat proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Passat is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £35,700
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VW Passat
Mercedes B Class
The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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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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Mercedes B Class
VW Passat
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Price
35700 - 58500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
83 km
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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co2
28 - 181 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
MPV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
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Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
4419 mm
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Length
4917 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Width
1849 mm
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Height
1562 mm
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Height
1521 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Payload
501 - 577 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
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Torque
200 - 450 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
85 - 175 kW
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Power kW
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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What drivetrain options does the Mercedes B Class have?
The Mercedes B Class is offered with Front-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.