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VW Arteon vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (320 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (43300 £ vs 36500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Arteon or VW Passat?

VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Arteon

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.

VW Passat has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36500 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6819 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.10 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.

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 Arteon has a a bit edge – offering 320 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.80 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Arteon pulls minimal stronger with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

Arteon

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 curb weight, VW Passat is minimal lighter – 1573 kg compared to 1607 kg. The difference is around 34 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers slightly more room – 690 L compared to 590 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs to a small extent better – up to 1920 L, which is about 288 L more than the VW Arteon.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat slight takes the win – 577 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Passat is far ahead 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.

VW Arteon
VW Passat

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Passat

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

VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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VW Passat

5 (3 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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VW Arteon
VW Passat

Costs and Consumption

Price
43300 - 60800 £
Price
36500 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
133 - 195 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1607 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
590 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4866 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1871 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1434 - 1451 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1632 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
467 - 569 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
VW
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the VW Arteon have?

The VW Arteon is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.