Volkswagen Passat B8 vs Toyota Camry XV70: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
Volkswagen · 2014–2023
Passat B8
- Power
- 132 kW179 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- 7.9 s
- Top speed
- 232 km/h
- Kerb mass
- 1,480 kg
Photo: Acgskup / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0
Toyota · 2017–2024
Camry XV70
- Power
- 155 kW211 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- -
- Top speed
- -
- Kerb mass
- -
Photo: Retired electrician / Wikimedia Commons, CC0
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
- City Too close to call Length: 4,800 mm vs 4,880 mm
In plain words
Toyota Camry XV70 has more power: 155 kW (211 PS) against 132 kW (179 PS) for Volkswagen Passat B8. Toyota Camry XV70 is 80 mm longer than Volkswagen Passat B8 (4,880 mm vs 4,800 mm). Volkswagen Passat B8 is the older design (from 2014); Toyota Camry XV70 arrived in 2017. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Toyota Camry XV70 yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Size and weight
Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.
| Passat B8 | Camry XV70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,800 mm189.0 in | 4,880 mm192.1 in +80 mm +3.1 in +1.7% |
| Width | 1,832 mm72.1 in † | 1,840 mm72.4 in +8 mm +0.3 in +0.4% |
| Height | 1,456 mm57.3 in † | 1,445 mm56.9 in −11 mm −0.4 in −0.8% |
| Fits a standard garage? | Yes | Tight |
Difference vs Passat B8 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors. † from another version of this generation.
Full specifications
| Volkswagen Passat B8 | Toyota Camry XV70 | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 1.8 · petrol · 132 kW (179 PS) | 2.5 Hybrid · 155 kW (211 PS) |
| Production years | 2014–2023 | 2017–2024 |
| Body | Sedan, Station wagon | Sedan |
| Country | Germany | Japan |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 132 kW (179 PS) 177 hp | 155 kW (211 PS) 208 hp Better |
| Power, all versions | 81–206 kW (110–280 PS) 109–276 hp | 155–224 kW (211–305 PS) 208–300 hp |
| 0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. | 7.9 s | No data |
| Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. | 232 km/h 144 mph | No data |
| Power per tonne | 89 kW/t 109 hp/ton calculated | No data |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Hybrid |
| Engine | 1,800 cc 1.8 l | 2,487 cc · 4 cyl 2.5 l |
| Gearbox | No data | CVT |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,800 mm 189.0 in | 4,880 mm 192.1 in |
| Width | 1,832 mm 72.1 in † | 1,840 mm 72.4 in |
| Height | 1,456 mm 57.3 in † | 1,445 mm 56.9 in |
| Wheelbase | No data | 2,820 mm 111.0 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | 1,480 kg 3,263 lb | No data |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | 586 l 20.7 cu ft | No data |
| Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. | 66 l 17.4 gal US | No data |
| Economy and running costs | ||
| Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. | 5.9 l/100 km 39.9 mpg US | No data |
| CO₂ | 135 g/km | No data |
| Fuel cost per year | €1,550/year estimated | No data |
| Range on a full tank | 1,119 km 695 mi estimated | No data |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | ★★★★★ (2014) | No data |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (1): Drive.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).
Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol. † from another version of this generation.