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VW Passat vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (36,500 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Passat or Tesla Model Y?

VW Passat vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

VW Passat

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly lighter

Tesla Model Y

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space

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.

Tesla Model Y is marginally cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the VW Passat costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,185 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers substantially more range – reaching up to 657 km, about 522 km more than the VW Passat.

Model Y

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 Tesla Model Y offers substantially more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 188 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.8 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Passat is somewhat faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Tesla Model Y tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 49 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers markedly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.

Passat

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Passat is clearly lighter – 1,573 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 380 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers slightly more boot space – 822 L compared to 690 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y offers moderately more capacity – up to 2,138 L, about 368 L more than the VW Passat.

When it comes to payload, the VW Passat carries moderately more – 577 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 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.

Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Franz
15 Sept 2025, 11:46:15

The Model Y has the perfect range for me!!!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
28 - 181 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4,917 mm
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
1,521 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
501 - 577 kg
Payload
435 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Tesla
Is the VW Passat offered with different drivetrains?

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

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