2016 VW Passat vs Toyota Camry Comparison
2016 Volkswagen Passat
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18.5 gal.
2016 Toyota Camry
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17.0 gal. |
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25/35 mpg* |
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170 ft-lbs. @ 4100 rpm |
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Steel wheels |
2016 Volkswagen Passat vs Toyota Camry
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The luxury and smooth engine of a sports car and the space of a station wagon assimilate at the midsize class of cars. People are flocking to this class, because it offers the best of both features, yet compromises neither. Providing ample room, reliability, and economy to meet most people’s needs, the midsize sedan satisfies the needs of most consumers.
2016 Volkswagen Passat is the embodiment of what most are looking for in a midsize car. It integrates the latest automobile tech, enhancing both the comfort and entertainment of the driver and the passengers. The Toyota Camry, while a constant leader in the class, may just lack the excitement factor for some.
Performance
The 2016 Passat is equipped with a turbocharged 1.8 liter 4-cylinder engine that generates up to 170 horsepower and 184 ft.-lbs. of torque. If you want more power, upgrade to the 3.6-liter V6 engine, producing a startling 280 horsepower and 258 ft.-lbs. of toque. In contrast, the 2016 Camry comes standard with a larger 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that only manages to produce 178 horsepower and 170 ft.-lbs. of torque. It does also comes in a 3.5L V6 option that still under performs compared to the Passat’s V6 motor. Test drivers offer the Passat praise, as they point out that it has precise steering and handling, offering the driver the control they want. Reviews have suggested the engine performance leaves room for improvement.
Tech
Drivers want to know they will have some outlet for entertainment or engagement during their commute to work. Since Volkswagen has scoured the market for the latest tech and installed it across their dashboard, Passat drivers will find satisfaction. The Passat comes equipped with a rearview camera, six speakers, a 5 inch infotainment touch screen, Bluetooth, and a USB port. Drivers can even upgrade to get a push-button start and several other features. But Toyota seems to have made compromises. They integrated tech that was a few years behind. Reviewers point out that the infotainment center is rather fuzzy. The Camry has long been viewed as a utilitarian vehicle while today’s consumers want the latest tech, as seen in the Passat.
Safety
The rational consumer is concerned with safety, especially in the midsize sedan class. They need to know that their family will be protected in the event of a crash or other unfortunate situations. Consumers want to know that the car will take the necessary precautions to prevent an accident. That is precisely why the VW Passat has 5 airbags and 4-wheel disc brakes. It also has driver assistance features, such as traction control, brake assistance, and stability control. These features earn it a safety rating of 9.7/10. The 2016 Toyota Camry, on the other hand, only has a safety rating of just 9.3/10 and only 4 out of 5 stars in two crash categories. For the extra bit of security and confidence, the 2016 Passat edges out the Camry.
Visit your local Volkswagen dealership and see for yourself all the 2016 VW Passat has to offer. Allow it to speak for itself. Enjoy all of the amenities of a midsize car and enjoy the latest technological advances as you test drive the Passat.
* EPA estimated MPG may vary by transmission, trim and individual driving behavior.