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Toyota C-HR vs VW Passat comparison

Compare performance (223 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota C-HR or VW Passat?

Toyota C-HR vs VW Passat: Key differences

Toyota C-HR

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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VW Passat

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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

C-HR

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota C-HR is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,328 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Toyota C-HR with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Passat offers considerably more range – reaching up to 135 km, about 69 km more than the Toyota C-HR.

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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 offers somewhat more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Toyota C-HR takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

C-HR

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota C-HR is only slightly lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 68 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers noticeably more boot space – 690 L compared to 447 L. That’s a difference of about 243 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries markedly more – 577 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 152 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Passat is clearly superior overall 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.

from £36,500
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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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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR is a bold, coupe-styled crossover that grabs attention with angular lines and a modern interior design. It’s aimed at comfortable urban driving and sensible efficiency, offering practical features and distinctive looks rather than rugged off-road ability.

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Reviews Toyota C-HR

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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Jan
16 May 2026, 20:51:01

Great driving comfort, admittedly short trips, but above all a cool impression.

Rav is for wimps.

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Sam baba
25 Apr 2026, 21:54:02

Reliability and no maintenance costs, plus a futuristic design.

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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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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
29,100 - 42,800 £
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
66 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
52 - 116 g/km
co2
28 - 153 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,832 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
375 - 425 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
Toyota
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Toyota C-HR have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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