Compare the Volkswagen Passat vs Skoda Superb
AI generated from our expert reviews
Both cars make quiet motorway cruisers, settling down at speed with very little wind or road noise. Both also include a reversing camera as standard, though each suffers from disappointingly low definition. Around town, the Volkswagen Passat absorbs lumps and potholes thanks to soft suspension, whereas the Skoda Superb has quite taut suspension at low speeds. Long-distance drivers can still choose a diesel engine in the Superb, while the Passat no longer offers one. Inside, you must adjust most climate settings through the Passat's touchscreen, whereas the Superb keeps things simpler with physical knobs.
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Compare the specs
Standard kit
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
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Tow hitch
A fitted towbar for pulling a trailer, caravan or bike rack.
Key information
| Body type Estate cars, Saloons | Body type Hatchbacks, Saloons |
| Available fuel types Petrol | Available fuel types Petrol |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 690 litres (5+ suitcases) Best | Boot space, seats up 645 litres (5+ suitcases) |
| Boot space, seats down — | Boot space, seats down 1,795 litres |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,917 mm x 1,849 mm x 1,521 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,912 mm x 1,849 mm x 1,511 mm |
| Towing capacity 1,600 kg | Towing capacity 1,600 kg |
| First year tax rate £455 | First year tax rate £455 |
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Front wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name 1.5 eTSI DSG | Engine name 1.5 TSI e-TEC DSG |
| Engine size 1.5 L Petrol • 150 BHP | Engine size 1.5 L Petrol • 150 BHP |
| Body type Estate cars, Saloons | Body type Hatchbacks, Saloons |
| Fuel type Petrol | Fuel type Petrol |
| Transmission Automatic | Transmission Automatic |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Front wheel drive |
| Forward gears 7 | Forward gears 7 |
| Acceleration 9.3 s (0-60 mph) | Acceleration 9.2 s (0-60 mph) Best |
Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 5 | Number of doors 5 |
| Boot (seats up) 690 litres Best | Boot (seats up) 645 litres |
| Boot (seats down) — | Boot (seats down) 1,795 litres |
| Length 4,917 mm | Length 4,912 mm |
| Width 1,849 mm | Width 1,849 mm |
| Height 1,521 mm | Height 1,511 mm |
| Wheelbase 2.84 m | Wheelbase 2.84 m |
| Turning circle 12.0 m | Turning circle 11.1 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.