COMPARISON
Full comparison of BMW 520d xDrive and Volkswagen Passat Variant: specifications, prices, performance and verdict.
| BMW 520d xDrive | Volkswagen Passat Variant | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 s | 8.9 s |
| Top speed | 233 km/h | 223 km/h |
| Price | 58.900 EUR | 45.425 EUR |
| Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| CO2 (WLTP) | 140 g/km | 130 g/km |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 520 L | 690 L |
| Reliability | 8.5/10 | 8/10 |
| BMW 520d xDrive | Volkswagen Passat Variant | |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance | €2000 | €2000 |
| MOT | €400 | €283 |
| Maintenance | €450 | €350 |
| Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel/year | €1391 | €1313 |
| Total/year | €5010 | €4553 |
| Reliability | 8.5/10 | 8/10 |
| BMW 520d xDrive | Volkswagen Passat Variant | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5060 mm | 4917 mm |
| Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Height | 1515 mm | 1497 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2841 mm |
| Weight | 1905 kg | 1595 kg |
| Trunk (seats up) | 520 L | 690 L |
| Fuel tank | 68 L | 55 L |
Practical summary based on the two chosen models
BMW 520d xDrive: Daily use
Volkswagen Passat Variant: Daily use
AWD vs FWD
5 vs 5
Volkswagen Passat Variant saves ~€78/year in fuel (15,000 km).
BMW 520d xDrive costs €13.475 more in purchase price.
BMW 520d xDrive: €2450/year · Volkswagen Passat Variant: €2350/year (without fuel).
Detailed comparison between BMW 520d xDrive and Volkswagen Passat Variant.
| BMW 520d xDrive | Volkswagen Passat Variant | |
|---|---|---|
| City | 6.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Highway | 4.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Combined | 5.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Calm driving | 4.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Sport driving | 7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| City range | 968 km | 948 km |
| Highway range | 1250 km | 1222 km |
| BMW 520d xDrive | Volkswagen Passat Variant | |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | €47.120 (80%) | €37.249 (82%) |
| After 3 years | €40.052 (68%) | €30.889 (68%) |
| After 5 years | €31.806 (54%) | €22.713 (50%) |
High-grade upholstery, wood and aluminium in a sober, well-assembled cabin.
Seats with lateral bolstering, electric adjustment and heating for driver and passenger.
LED strips along the dashboard and doors with several selectable tones.
Projection of speed, navigation and assistance on the windshield.
Premium audio system with 16 speakers and surround sound.
Independent temperature control for driver, passenger and rear seats.
Curved touchscreen with voice control, navigation and full connectivity.
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 197 HP and estimated total cost €3841/year (fuel + insurance + maintenance).
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BMW 520d xDrive usually has better long-term mechanical reliability.
Volkswagen Passat Variant consumes less fuel than the BMW 520d xDrive.
BMW 520d xDrive is more comfortable for long trips.
BMW 520d xDrive vs Volkswagen Passat Variant: comparison of power, acceleration, price and fuel economy to help you decide.
