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VW Passat vs Dacia Bigster comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (36,500 £ vs 20,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Passat or Dacia Bigster?

VW Passat vs Dacia Bigster: Key differences

VW Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Dacia Bigster

4.6 (9 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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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.

Dacia Bigster is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,900 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Dacia Bigster with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

Bigster

Engine and Performance:

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 substantially more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Dacia Bigster takes 9.7 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Passat delivers considerably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

Passat

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, Dacia Bigster is slightly lighter – 1,425 kg compared to 1,573 kg. The difference is around 148 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Passat offers marginally more boot space – 690 L compared to 667 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries somewhat more – 577 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 112 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.

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
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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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Reviews VW Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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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.

Dacia Bigster

The Dacia Bigster is a straightforward, value-driven SUV that emphasizes space, practicality and low running costs rather than flashy tech. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a roomy, well-built family car with rugged styling and easy-to-use features at an affordable price.

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Reviews Dacia Bigster

4.6 (9 Reviews)
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Timo
13 May 2026, 05:34:56

Sensible and practical car. Drives okay. Low fuel consumption in summer. Good interior and cargo space. Interior feels cheap. Noisy in some situations. Sufficient ground clearance even for poor roads.

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Family car
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Paul Wolf
23 Apr 2026, 06:45:13

bought it.

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Nöpp
20 Apr 2026, 11:25:00

If the Bigster comes as a Hybrid 4x4 G150 automatic, it’s an interesting car. I’m currently leasing a Sandero Stepway running on LPG and will return it in November. Unfortunately that engine option isn’t offered in the Jogger, which makes the Bigster appealing to me. We’re fans of LPG — and now even with an automatic.

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Paul
16 Apr 2026, 12:26:04

Most robust and reliable car.

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Family car
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Dacia Bigster

Costs and Consumption
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Price
20,600 - 28,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 153 g/km
co2
106 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Curb weight
1,425 - 1,611 kg
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 667 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,849 mm
Width
1,813 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
501 - 577 kg
Payload
434 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,799 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
VW
Brand
Dacia
Is the VW Passat offered with different drivetrains?

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

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