Volkswagen Passat vs Kia Optima Compare price, expert/user reviews, mpg, engines, safety, cargo capacity and other specs at a glance.

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2025 Volkswagen Passat 1.5 TSI Elegance (204ps)
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2021 Kia Optima 1.6CRDi 2 Saloon 4d
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Specs

2025 Volkswagen Passat
1.5 TSI Elegance (204ps)
2021 Kia Optima
1.6CRDi 2 Saloon 4d
Powertrain 6-speed Automatic 6-speed Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
Fuel economy, city
--
4.2 L/100km
Fuel economy, motorway
--
3.4 L/100km
Fuel tank volume 170 L 265 L
Engine
Fuel type
Hybrid
Diesel
Power
110 kW
100 kW
Torque
339 N-m @ 4,000 RPM
434 N-m @ 2,600 RPM
Cylinders
4 cylinders
4 cylinders
Engine size
1,498 cc
1,598 cc
Interior
Maximum seating -- 5 seats
Front legroom -- --
Rear legroom -- --
Exterior
Length 124.89 m 123.32 m
Width 46.96 m 47.24 m
Height 38.63 m 37.72 m
Wheelbase 72.11 m 71.25 m

Available Options

2025 Volkswagen Passat
1.5 TSI Elegance (204ps)
2021 Kia Optima
1.6CRDi 2 Saloon 4d

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