COMPARISON
Full comparison of Audi RS 3 Sportback and Volkswagen Passat Variant: specifications, prices, performance and verdict.
| Audi RS 3 Sportback | Volkswagen Passat Variant | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 394 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 360 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8 s | 8.9 s |
| Top speed | 280 km/h | 223 km/h |
| Price | 62.000 EUR | 45.425 EUR |
| Consumption | 9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| CO2 (WLTP) | 205 g/km | 130 g/km |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 335 L | 690 L |
| Reliability | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Audi RS 3 Sportback | Volkswagen Passat Variant | |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance | €1400 | €2000 |
| MOT | €600 | €283 |
| Maintenance | €500 | €350 |
| Consumption | 9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel/year | €2363 | €1313 |
| Total/year | €6020 | €4553 |
| Reliability | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Audi RS 3 Sportback | Volkswagen Passat Variant | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4440 mm | 4917 mm |
| Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Height | 1440 mm | 1497 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2630 mm | 2841 mm |
| Weight | 1575 kg | 1595 kg |
| Trunk (seats up) | 335 L | 690 L |
| Fuel tank | 55 L | 55 L |
Practical summary based on the two chosen models
Audi RS 3 Sportback: Performance and luxury
Volkswagen Passat Variant: Daily use
AWD vs FWD
5 vs 5
Volkswagen Passat Variant saves ~€1050/year in fuel (15,000 km).
Audi RS 3 Sportback costs €16.575 more in purchase price.
Audi RS 3 Sportback: €1900/year · Volkswagen Passat Variant: €2350/year (without fuel).
Detailed comparison between Audi RS 3 Sportback and Volkswagen Passat Variant.
| Audi RS 3 Sportback | Volkswagen Passat Variant | |
|---|---|---|
| City | 11 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Combined | 9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Calm driving | 7.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Sport driving | 13 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| City range | 500 km | 948 km |
| Highway range | 733 km | 1222 km |
| Audi RS 3 Sportback | Volkswagen Passat Variant | |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | €49.600 (80%) | €37.249 (82%) |
| After 3 years | €42.160 (68%) | €30.889 (68%) |
| After 5 years | €33.480 (54%) | €22.713 (50%) |
Nappa leather, Dinamica microfibre and brushed aluminium with contrast stitching.
10.1-inch central touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
15-speaker system with 705 W and high-fidelity surround sound.
30 colours with RS ambiences and illuminated panels on dashboard and doors.
High-grade upholstery, soft-touch surfaces and precise German assembly.
10.9-inch digital display with customizable configuration and integrated navigation.
LED strips along the dashboard and doors with several selectable tones.
Projection of speed, navigation and assistance on the windshield.
Premium audio system with 12 speakers and surround sound.
Climatronic with independent temperature control for driver, passenger and rear seats.
15-inch touchscreen with voice control, navigation and full connectivity.
delivers 394 HP and estimated total cost €4263/year (fuel + insurance + maintenance).
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Audi RS 3 Sportback usually has better long-term mechanical reliability.
Volkswagen Passat Variant consumes less fuel than the Audi RS 3 Sportback.
Audi RS 3 Sportback is more comfortable for long trips.
Audi RS 3 Sportback vs Volkswagen Passat Variant: comparison of power, acceleration, price and fuel economy to help you decide.
