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VW Passat vs Bentley Continental Coupe comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 549 HP), boot space and price (36,500 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Passat or Bentley Continental Coupe?

VW Passat vs Bentley Continental Coupe: Key differences

VW Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Bentley Continental Coupe

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Passat

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 is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,500 £ , while the Bentley Continental Coupe costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 156,480 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Bentley Continental Coupe with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 10.6 L/100km.

Continental Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Bentley Continental Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 549 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 277 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Continental Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the VW Passat takes 7.1 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Continental Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 770 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

Passat

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Passat offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW Passat is markedly lighter – 1,573 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 592 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers substantially more boot space – 690 L compared to 358 L. That’s a difference of about 332 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries moderately more – 577 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 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.

from £36,500
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
VW Passat
Bentley Continental Coupe

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Bentley Continental Coupe

The Bentley Continental Coupe slips between grand tourer and high-fashion statement with effortless poise, its cabin drenched in handcrafted leather and tasteful, indulgent details that make every journey feel like a special occasion. On the road it masks immense performance behind a serene, buttoned-up demeanor while doling out a surprisingly composed and playful driving character whenever you ask for it, making it ideal for buyers who want both presence and comfort with a wink.

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VW Passat
Bentley Continental Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Price
192,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 153 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Curb weight
2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Trunk capacity
358 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Width
1,966 mm
Height
-
Height
1,405 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
501 - 577 kg
Payload
475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
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
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Power HP
549 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
318 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Power kW
404 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Bentley
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