Compare performance (196 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer or VW Passat?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is visibly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,471 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers considerably more range – reaching up to 445 km, about 310 km more than the VW Passat.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Passat offers markedly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.7 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers very slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.
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, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is barely lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers slightly more boot space – 690 L compared to 597 L. That’s a difference of about 93 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries somewhat more – 577 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
The VW Passat has the upper hand 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.
The Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
82 - 445 km
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 - 132 g/km
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co2
28 - 181 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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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
5
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,917 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,849 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,521 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
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Payload
434 - 502 kg
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Payload
501 - 577 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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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, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Power kW
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
VW
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