Volkswagen Passat vs. Volkswagen R32
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volkswagen Passat and Volkswagen R32 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 Volkswagen Passat and the Volkswagen R32.
In comparing the Volkswagen Passat's and the Volkswagen R32's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Passat has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Volkswagen R32 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen Passat's and the Volkswagen R32's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Passat is a better car than the Volkswagen R32.
Pricing: A used 2008 Volkswagen Passat ranges from $2,605 to $9,019 while a used 2008 Volkswagen R32 is priced between $6,445 to $18,469.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Volkswagen Passat’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Volkswagen R32 base engine makes 250 horsepower. The Passat is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. The R32 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 334 miles. This gives the Volkswagen Passat the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volkswagen R32. 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:
23915
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
19315
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
16355 - 23915
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
32990
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5399
Price Range:
2605 - 9019
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
5942
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
5090 - 7422
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
24
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
135692
# Good or Great Deals:
8
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
12237
Price Range:
6445 - 18469
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
7
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
119207
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Volkswagen Passat Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
7.9 / 10
Volkswagen R32 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volkswagen Passat
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volkswagen R32
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.786022765113725
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
3.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
2.9 - 10.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.108546810197072
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Volkswagen Passat Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 7Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
11 out of / 11Volkswagen R32 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volkswagen Passat Trim Levels
Komfort, Lux, Turbo, VR6, VR6 4 Motion
Volkswagen R32 Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.86 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 23 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
261 / 334 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
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
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
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
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
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
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
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
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Cargo Space:
9.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3206 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
188.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3547 lbs
Width:
69.2 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
167.2 inches
Wheelbase:
101.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Deep Black
Blue
Arctic Blue Silver / Blue Graphite
Brown
Mocha Brown
Gold
Granite Green
Gray
United Grey Metallic
Red
Tornado Red
Silver
Reflex Silver Metallic
White
Candy White
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Deep Blue Metallic
Brown
Not available
Gold
Not available
Gray
United Grey Metallic
Red
Tornado Red
Silver
Not available
White
Candy White
Interior Colors
Beige
Pure Beige Leatherette
Black
Black Leatherette
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Gray
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