2014 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2015 Volkswagen Passat
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2014 Volkswagen Passat and 2015 Volkswagen Passat contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2014 Volkswagen Passat and the 2015 Volkswagen Passat.
In comparing the 2014 Volkswagen Passat's and the 2015 Volkswagen Passat's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Volkswagen Passat has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2015 Volkswagen Passat has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2014 Volkswagen Passat and 2015 Volkswagen Passat have the same interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2014 Volkswagen Passat's and the 2015 Volkswagen Passat's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2014 Volkswagen Passat ranges from $6,360 to $14,863 while a used 2015 Volkswagen Passat is priced between $6,669 to $15,990.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2014 Volkswagen Passat and the 2015 Volkswagen Passat both lose 43.1 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volkswagen Passat is 8.5 out of 10. Volkswagen Passat is ranked 8 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Volkswagen Passat is 7.9 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2014 Volkswagen Passat and the 2015 Volkswagen Passat makes 170 horsepower. The Passat is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 592 miles. The Passat is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 648 miles. This gives the 2015 Volkswagen Passat the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2014 Volkswagen Passat. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings: The Volkswagen Passat has an average safety rating of 4.86 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$20,845
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
$23,263
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$20,295 - $35,200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$21,340
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
$24,023
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$21,150 - $38,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$10,344
Price Range:
$6,360 - $14,863
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
$11,122
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$8,608 - $13,988
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
300
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
109,819
# Good or Great Deals:
120
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$10,860
Price Range:
$6,669 - $15,990
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
$12,581
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$10,828 - $16,005
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
304
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
104,092
# Good or Great Deals:
110
Volkswagen Passat Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
9.7 / 10
Volkswagen Passat Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
9.7 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2014 Volkswagen Passat
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
0.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
1.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
0.1 - 3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
8.3%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2015 Volkswagen Passat
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
1.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
1.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
0.3 - 4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
8.3%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
6.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.1 - 16.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
6.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.9 - 11.5
Volkswagen Passat Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
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13 out of / 13Volkswagen Passat Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2014 Volkswagen Passat Trim Levels
1.8T S, 1.8T S PZEV, 1.8T SE, 1.8T SE PZEV, 1.8T SEL Premium, 1.8T SEL Premium PZEV, 1.8T Sport, 1.8T Sport PZEV, 1.8T Wolfsburg Edition, 1.8T Wolfsburg Edition PZEV, 2.0L TDI SE, 2.0L TDI SEL Premium, 2.5L S, 2.5L S PZEV, 2.5L SE, 2.5L SE PZEV, 2.5L Wolfsburg Edition, 2.5L Wolfsburg Edition PZEV, 3.6L V6 SE, 3.6L V6 SEL Premium
2015 Volkswagen Passat Trim Levels
1.8T Limited Edition, 1.8T S, 1.8T SE, 1.8T SEL Premium, 1.8T Sport, 1.8T Wolfsburg Edition, 2.0L TDI SE, 2.0L TDI SEL Premium, 3.6L V6 SEL Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.86 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.86 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
407 / 592 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
444 / 648 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
15.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
15.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3166 lbs
Width:
72.2 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
191.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3172 lbs
Width:
72.2 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
191.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/60R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Night Blue Metallic
Gray
Platinum Gray Metallic
Red
Opera Red Metallic
Silver
Reflex Silver Metallic / Tungsten Silver Metallic
White
Candy White
Beige
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Uni
Blue
Night Blue Metallic
Gray
Platinum Gray Metallic
Red
Fortana Red
Silver
Reflex Silver Metallic
White
Candy White
Beige
Titanium Beige
Interior Colors
Black
Titan Black
Gray
Moonrock
Interior Colors
Black
Titan Black
Gray
Moonrock Gray