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Mercedes EQT vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (27,800 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQT or VW Passat?

Mercedes EQT vs VW Passat: Key differences

Mercedes EQT

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  • markedly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
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VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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

EQT

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.

Mercedes EQT is markedly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,688 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQT offers significantly more range – reaching up to 278 km, about 143 km more than the VW Passat.

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

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.

EQT

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, VW Passat is markedly lighter – 1,573 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 352 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers noticeably more boot space – 690 L compared to 551 L. That’s a difference of about 139 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries very slightly more – 577 kg compared to 531 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Passat stands well ahead of its rival 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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Passat

VW Passat

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 124 - 135 km
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Mercedes EQT

The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.

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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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Reviews VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Voller
28 May 2026, 16:12:12

That's just a Passat. Too expensive in my opinion, but it's up to each person to decide whether to throw their money into VW's maw. The car itself is somehow a legend.

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Sjaak
5 Dec 2025, 19:42:23

Spacious car that drives nicely and keeps its value for a long time.

Jack
5 Dec 2025, 15:24:16

Pleasant to drive, roomy and solid. The hybrid version is also very economical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 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
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
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Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
457 - 531 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
245 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes EQT have?

The Mercedes EQT is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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