2018 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2018 Toyota Camry
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2018 Volkswagen Passat and 2018 Toyota Camry 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 2018 Volkswagen Passat and the 2018 Toyota Camry.
In comparing the 2018 Volkswagen Passat's and the 2018 Toyota Camry's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Volkswagen Passat has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2018 Toyota Camry has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Volkswagen Passat's and the 2018 Toyota Camry's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Toyota Camry is a better car than the 2018 Volkswagen Passat.
Pricing: A used 2018 Volkswagen Passat ranges from $11,494 to $21,001 while a used 2018 Toyota Camry is priced between $14,976 to $25,998.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Volkswagen Passat loses 43.1 percent of its value and the 2018 Toyota Camry loses 31.8 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Toyota Camry retains 11.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Volkswagen Passat.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volkswagen Passat is 8.5 out of 10 while the Toyota Camry's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Volkswagen Passat being ranked 8 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Toyota Camry being ranked 2 out of 13.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volkswagen Passat is 7.9 out of 10. For the Toyota Camry the reliability rating is 8.9 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Camry an advantage in reliability compared to the Volkswagen Passat.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2018 Volkswagen Passat’s base engine makes 174 horsepower, and the 2018 Toyota Camry base engine makes 203 horsepower. The Passat is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 666 miles. The Camry is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 595 miles.This gives the 2018 Toyota Camry the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Volkswagen Passat the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are midsize cars, the 2018 Volkswagen Passat has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2018 Toyota Camry has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear head room. The 2018 Volkswagen Passat and 2018 Toyota Camry are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 Toyota Camry has higher safety ratings than the 2018 Volkswagen Passat, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.86 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$22,995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
$23,460
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$21,680 - $31,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$23,645
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
$23,460
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$21,680 - $31,900
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$16,432
Price Range:
$11,494 - $21,001
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
$17,782
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$14,578 - $25,306
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
215
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
79,019
# Good or Great Deals:
97
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$20,107
Price Range:
$14,976 - $25,998
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
$17,782
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$14,578 - $25,306
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
936
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
86,998
# Good or Great Deals:
291
Volkswagen Passat Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
9.7 / 10
Toyota Camry Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Volkswagen Passat
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
3.3 - 7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
8.3%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Toyota Camry
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
3.3 - 7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
37.8%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
4.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
2 - 14.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
8.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
4.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
2 - 14.2
Volkswagen 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 / 13Toyota Camry Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Volkswagen Passat Trim Levels
2.0T R-Line, 2.0T S, 2.0T SE, 2.0T SEL Premium, V6 GT, V6 SEL Premium
2018 Toyota Camry Trim Levels
L, LE, SE, XLE, XLE V6, XSE, XSE V6
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 72000 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:
2 years / 25000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.86 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
174 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
203 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
463 / 666 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 41 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
421 / 595 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
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
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
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:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
14.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3274 lbs
Width:
72.2 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
191.9 inches
Wheelbase:
110.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3241 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
Exterior Colors
Beige
Titanium Beige Metallic
Black
Deep Black Pearl Metallic
Blue
Tourmaline Blue Metallic
Gray
Platinum Gray Metallic
Red
Fortana Red Metallic
Silver
Reflex Silver Metallic
White
Pure White
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Not available
Gray
Predawn Gray Mica
Red
Not available
Silver
Celestial Silver Metallic
White
Super White
Green
Galactic Aqua Mica
Interior Colors
Beige
Cornsilk Beige
Black
Titan Black
Gray
Moonrock Gray
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Gray
Ash