COMPARISON

Nissan GT-R NISMO vs Volkswagen Passat Variant

Full comparison of Nissan GT-R NISMO and Volkswagen Passat Variant: specifications, prices, performance and verdict.

Nissan GT-R NISMO

Nissan GT-R NISMO

Nissan

195.000 EUR

VS
Volkswagen Passat Variant

Volkswagen Passat Variant

Volkswagen

45.425 EUR

Specifications

Nissan GT-R NISMOVolkswagen Passat Variant
Power600 HP150 HP
Torque652 Nm360 Nm
0-100 km/h2.7 s8.9 s
Top speed330 km/h223 km/h
Price195.000 EUR45.425 EUR
Consumption13.1 L/100km5 L/100km
CO2 (WLTP)305 g/km130 g/km
DrivetrainAWDFWD
Seats45
Trunk315 L690 L
Reliability8/108/10

Visual summary

Power

Nissan GT-R NISMO
Volkswagen Passat Variant

Acceleration (0-100)

Nissan GT-R NISMO
Volkswagen Passat Variant

Price ratio

Nissan GT-R NISMO
Volkswagen Passat Variant
⚡ Fastest

Nissan GT-R NISMO

💪 Most powerful

Nissan GT-R NISMO

⚡ Most efficient

Volkswagen Passat Variant

Pros and cons

Nissan GT-R NISMO

  • ✓ Price/performance ratio
  • ✓ Brutal acceleration
  • ✓ All-wheel drive
  • ✗ Aging interior
  • ✗ High weight
  • ✗ Less premium brand

Volkswagen Passat Variant

  • ✓ 690-liter trunk, best in class
  • ✓ Real diesel consumption of 5.0 L/100km
  • ✓ Range of over 1100 km with full tank
  • ✓ MIB4 technology with 15-inch display
  • ✓ Travel Assist standard on all versions
  • ✓ Typical German build quality
  • ✗ Infotainment can be frustrating due to touch menus
  • ✗ No diesel engine in UK
  • ✗ 1.5 eTSI somewhat noisy at high revs
  • ✗ R-Line with 19-inch wheels worsens comfort
BUYING GUIDE

Which should you buy?

Buy Nissan GT-R NISMO if…

  • → Price/performance ratio
  • → Brutal acceleration
  • → All-wheel drive

Buy Volkswagen Passat Variant if…

  • → 690-liter trunk, best in class
  • → Real diesel consumption of 5.0 L/100km
  • → Range of over 1100 km with full tank
REAL COSTS IN SPAIN

Real costs in Spain

Nissan GT-R NISMOVolkswagen Passat Variant
Insurance€3500€2000
MOT€833€283
Maintenance€600€350
Consumption13.1 L/100km5 L/100km
Fuel/year€3439€1313
Total/year€9693€4553
Reliability8/108/10
DIMENSIONS

Dimensions

Nissan GT-R NISMOVolkswagen Passat Variant
Length4710 mm4917 mm
Width1895 mm1849 mm
Height1370 mm1497 mm
Wheelbase2775 mm2841 mm
Weight1740 kg1595 kg
Trunk (seats up)315 L690 L
Fuel tank68 L55 L
FOR THE BUYER

What matters most when deciding

Practical summary based on the two chosen models

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Best for

Nissan GT-R NISMO: Performance and luxury

Volkswagen Passat Variant: Daily use

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Drivetrain

AWD vs FWD

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Seats

4 vs 5

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Annual fuel savings

Volkswagen Passat Variant saves ~€2126/year in fuel (15,000 km).

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Price difference

Nissan GT-R NISMO costs €149.575 more in purchase price.

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Insurance + maintenance

Nissan GT-R NISMO: €4100/year · Volkswagen Passat Variant: €2350/year (without fuel).

DETAILED ANALYSIS

Complete analysis

Detailed comparison between Nissan GT-R NISMO and Volkswagen Passat Variant.

Nissan GT-R NISMO

Engine typeV6 Twin-Turbo
Cylinders6 cylinders
TurboTwin-Turbo
Torque652 Nm
Weight1740 kg
Chassis materialAluminum & Aluminum
Consumption13.1 L/100km
Range
SuspensionDouble Wishbone / Multi-link
DrivetrainAWD
TransmissionAutomatic 6 speeds
Maintenance cost€600
Reliability8/10

Volkswagen Passat Variant

Engine type2.0L Inline-4 TDI EVO SCR
Cylinders4 cylinders
TurboTurbo
Torque360 Nm
Weight1595 kg
Chassis materialCast Iron & Aluminum
Consumption5 L/100km
Range948 km
SuspensionMacPherson / Multi-link
DrivetrainFWD
TransmissionDual-Clutch 7 speeds
Maintenance cost€350
Reliability8/10
FEATURES

Equipment and features

Nissan GT-R NISMO

Exterior

  • NISMO aero package
  • Carbon hood

Interior

  • Recaro seats
  • NISMO steering wheel

Technology

  • Nissan Connect
  • Around View Monitor

Safety

  • Intelligent cruise control
  • Lane departure warning
  • Blind spot warning
  • Rear cross-traffic alert
  • Around-view monitor
  • Emergency braking

Volkswagen Passat Variant

Exterior

  • LED Headlights
  • Panoramic Glass Roof
  • 17-inch Alloy Wheels

Interior

  • Digital Cockpit
  • Cloth Seats
  • 3-Zone Climate

Technology

  • VW MIB4 Infotainment
  • Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto

Safety

  • Travel Assist
  • Park Assist Pro
  • Side Assist
CONSUMPTION

Detailed consumption

Nissan GT-R NISMOVolkswagen Passat Variant
City14.7 L/100km5.8 L/100km
Highway10.7 L/100km4.5 L/100km
Combined13.1 L/100km5 L/100km
Calm driving11 L/100km4.3 L/100km
Sport driving20 L/100km6.5 L/100km
City range462 km948 km
Highway range635 km1222 km
DEPRECIATION

Residual value

Nissan GT-R NISMOVolkswagen Passat Variant
After 1 year€156.000 (80%)€37.249 (82%)
After 3 years€132.600 (68%)€30.889 (68%)
After 5 years€105.300 (54%)€22.713 (50%)
INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY

Interior technology

Nissan GT-R NISMO

Recaro seats

Rigid shell with specific padding to withstand high lateral loads.

NISMO steering wheel

Alcantara-wrapped with red reference stripe and metal paddle shifters.

Nissan Connect screen

8-inch display with navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Volkswagen Passat Variant

Premium materials

High-grade upholstery, soft-touch surfaces and precise German assembly.

Digital Cockpit Plus

10.9-inch digital display with customizable configuration and integrated navigation.

Ambient lighting

LED strips along the dashboard and doors with several selectable tones.

Head-Up Display

Projection of speed, navigation and assistance on the windshield.

Harman Kardon sound

Premium audio system with 12 speakers and surround sound.

3-zone climate control

Climatronic with independent temperature control for driver, passenger and rear seats.

VW MIB4

15-inch touchscreen with voice control, navigation and full connectivity.

BEST PERFORMANCE

Nissan GT-R NISMO — most powerful

delivers 600 HP and estimated total cost €7539/year (fuel + insurance + maintenance).

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more reliable?

Nissan GT-R NISMO usually has better long-term mechanical reliability.

Which consumes less?

Volkswagen Passat Variant consumes less fuel than the Nissan GT-R NISMO.

Which is better for trips?

Volkswagen Passat Variant is more comfortable for long trips.

Verdict

Nissan GT-R NISMO vs Volkswagen Passat Variant: comparison of power, acceleration, price and fuel economy to help you decide.