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Vauxhall Frontera vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (145 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (20500 £ vs 35700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Frontera or VW Passat?

Vauxhall Frontera

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Passat

5 (2 Reviews)
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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.

Vauxhall Frontera has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the VW Passat costs 35700 £. That’s a price difference of around 15249 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.20 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Vauxhall Frontera performs significantly better – achieving up to 408 km, about 273 km more than the VW 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 convincingly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 127 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.80 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Vauxhall Frontera tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 56 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Passat pulls decisively stronger with 400 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 170 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.

Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is slightly lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1573 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers clearly perceptible more room – 690 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 230 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs somewhat better – up to 1920 L, which is about 320 L more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera somewhat takes the win – 644 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Passat shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £35,700
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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
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Vauxhall Frontera

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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VW Passat

5 (2 Reviews)
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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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5 (1 Reviews)
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5 (2 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
20500 - 30000 £
Price
35700 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
305 - 408 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 - 119 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1344 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4385 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
436 - 644 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Vauxhall Frontera?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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