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COMPARISON

Toyota RAV4 vs Volkswagen Passat Variant

Full comparison of Toyota RAV4 and Volkswagen Passat Variant: specifications, prices, performance and verdict.

Toyota RAV4

Toyota RAV4

Toyota

43.500 EUR

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Volkswagen Passat Variant

Volkswagen Passat Variant

Volkswagen

45.425 EUR

Specifications

Toyota RAV4Volkswagen Passat Variant
Power183 HP150 HP
Torque221 Nm360 Nm
0-100 km/h8 s8.9 s
Top speed180 km/h223 km/h
Price43.500 EUR45.425 EUR
Consumption4.9 L/100km5 L/100km
CO2 (WLTP)112 g/km130 g/km
DrivetrainAWDFWD
Seats55
Trunk514 L690 L
Reliability8.5/108/10
Battery22.7 kWh—
Electric range137 km—

Visual summary

Power

Toyota RAV4
Volkswagen Passat Variant

Acceleration (0-100)

Toyota RAV4
Volkswagen Passat Variant

Price ratio

Toyota RAV4
Volkswagen Passat Variant
⚡ Fastest

Toyota RAV4

💪 Most powerful

Toyota RAV4

⚡ Most efficient

Toyota RAV4

Pros and cons

Toyota RAV4

  • ✓ HEV hybrid consumption of just 4.9-5.2 L/100km homologated
  • ✓ PHEV with up to 137 km of 100% electric WLTP range
  • ✓ 50 kW DC fast charging, 10 to 80% in about 30 minutes
  • ✓ Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 standard across the range
  • ✓ Boot space of up to 749 liters on the HEV version
  • ✓ Toyota hybrid drivetrain's historic reliability
  • ✗ Still unrated by Euro NCAP at launch (stricter 2026 protocols)
  • ✗ The e-CVT produces a noticeable engine drone under hard acceleration
  • ✗ The HEV version is only available with front-wheel drive
  • ✗ The most powerful PHEV exceeds 53,000 euros in Spain

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 Toyota RAV4 if…

  • → HEV hybrid consumption of just 4.9-5.2 L/100km homologated
  • → PHEV with up to 137 km of 100% electric WLTP range
  • → 50 kW DC fast charging, 10 to 80% in about 30 minutes

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

Toyota RAV4Volkswagen Passat Variant
Insurance€2000€2000
MOT€160€283
Maintenance€220€350
Consumption4.9 L/100km5 L/100km
Fuel/year€1286€1313
Total/year€4260€4553
Reliability8.5/108/10
DIMENSIONS

Dimensions

Toyota RAV4Volkswagen Passat Variant
Length4600 mm4917 mm
Width1855 mm1849 mm
Height1680 mm1497 mm
Wheelbase2690 mm2841 mm
Weight1665 kg1595 kg
Trunk (seats up)514 L690 L
Fuel tank55 L55 L
FOR THE BUYER

What matters most when deciding

Practical summary based on the two chosen models

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Best for

Toyota RAV4: Daily use

Volkswagen Passat Variant: Daily use

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Drivetrain

AWD vs FWD

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Seats

5 vs 5

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Annual fuel savings

Toyota RAV4 saves ~€27/year in fuel (15,000 km).

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Price difference

Volkswagen Passat Variant costs €1925 more in purchase price.

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Insurance + maintenance

Toyota RAV4: €2220/year · Volkswagen Passat Variant: €2350/year (without fuel).

DETAILED ANALYSIS

Complete analysis

Detailed comparison between Toyota RAV4 and Volkswagen Passat Variant.

Toyota RAV4

Engine type2.5L Inline-4 Dynamic Force Atkinson-cycle Hybrid
Cylinders4 cylinders
TurboNaturally Aspirated
Torque221 Nm
Weight1665 kg
Chassis materialAluminum Alloy & Aluminum Alloy
Consumption4.9 L/100km
Range137 km
SuspensionMacPherson strut / Multi-link
DrivetrainAWD
TransmissionElectronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission speeds
Maintenance cost€220
Reliability8.5/10

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

Toyota RAV4

Exterior

  • Bi-LED Headlights
  • 18-inch Alloy Wheels
  • Power Tailgate

Interior

  • 12.3" Digital Instrument Cluster
  • Heated Front Seats
  • 2-Zone Climate Control

Technology

  • ToyotaConnect 12.9" Multimedia
  • Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto

Safety

  • Toyota Safety Sense 4.0
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Safe Exit Assist

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

Toyota RAV4Volkswagen Passat Variant
City—5.8 L/100km
Highway—4.5 L/100km
Combined4.9 L/100km5 L/100km
Calm driving—4.3 L/100km
Sport driving—6.5 L/100km
City range—948 km
Highway range—1222 km
DEPRECIATION

Residual value

Toyota RAV4Volkswagen Passat Variant
After 1 year—€37.249 (82%)
After 3 years—€30.889 (68%)
After 5 years—€22.713 (50%)
INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY

Interior technology

Toyota RAV4

No data

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

Toyota RAV4 — most powerful

delivers 183 HP and estimated total cost €3506/year (fuel + insurance + maintenance).

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more reliable?

Toyota RAV4 usually has better long-term mechanical reliability.

Which consumes less?

Toyota RAV4 consumes less fuel than the Volkswagen Passat Variant.

Which is better for trips?

Toyota RAV4 is more comfortable for long trips.

Verdict

Toyota RAV4 vs Volkswagen Passat Variant: comparison of power, acceleration, price and fuel economy to help you decide.