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VW Passat vs Dacia Bigster – Performance, range & efficiency compared
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether VW Passat or Dacia Bigster fits your lifestyle better.
Passat
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Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Dacia Bigster has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £, while the VW Passat costs 35700 £. That’s a price difference of around 15172 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Dacia Bigster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.
Bigster
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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 decisively edge – offering 272 HP compared to 155 HP. That’s roughly 117 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 Dacia Bigster takes 9.70 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Dacia Bigster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Passat pulls convincingly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.
Passat
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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, Dacia Bigster is a bit lighter – 1425 kg compared to 1573 kg. The difference is around 148 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers minimal more room – 690 L compared to 667 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Bigster performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1937 L, which is about 17 L more than the VW Passat.
When it comes to payload, VW Passat to a small extent takes the win – 577 kg compared to 467 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.
Who wins the race?
The VW Passat proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Passat is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £35,700
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VW Passat
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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Dacia Bigster
The Bigster is poised to redefine the SUV segment with its bold design and spacious interior, catering to the needs of both families and adventure seekers alike. Emphasizing sustainability and practicality, this model reflects a modern approach to automotive engineering, making it a compelling choice for environmentally conscious drivers. With its striking presence on the road, the Bigster not only captures attention but also embodies a new era of versatile mobility.
details
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VW Passat
Dacia Bigster
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
35700 - 58500 £
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Price
20600 - 26600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
28 - 181 g/km
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co2
106 - 137 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
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Curb weight
1425 - 1547 kg
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 667 L
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Length
4917 mm
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Length
4570 mm
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Width
1849 mm
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Width
1813 mm
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Height
1521 mm
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Height
1705 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
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Max trunk capacity
1813 - 1937 L
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Payload
501 - 577 kg
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Payload
383 - 467 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Power HP
130 - 155 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 11.2 s
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Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Torque
230 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
90 - 200 kW
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Power kW
96 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1799 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Dacia
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What drivetrain options does the VW Passat have?
The VW Passat is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.