Volkswagen Passat vs. Volvo S90
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volkswagen Passat and Volvo S90 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 Volvo S90.
In comparing the Volkswagen Passat's and the Volvo S90'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 and resale value. The Volvo S90 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Volkswagen Passat and Volvo S90 have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen Passat's and the Volvo S90's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Passat is a better car than the Volvo S90.
Pricing: A used 2022 Volkswagen Passat ranges from $15,913 to $24,892 while a used 2022 Volvo S90 is priced between $25,940 to $45,609.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Volkswagen Passat loses 48.2 percent of its value and the Volvo S90 loses 56.9 percent of its value. This means the Volkswagen Passat retains 8.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo S90.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Volkswagen Passat’s base engine makes 174 horsepower, and the Volvo S90 base engine makes 295 horsepower. The Passat is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 666 miles. The S90 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. This gives the Volkswagen Passat the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volvo S90. The Passat uses regular unleaded, and the S90 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Volkswagen Passat and Volvo S90 are comparable in regards to interior volume and rear head room.
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:
27575
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
27672
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
23400 - 40750
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
52850
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
68982
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
37295 - 130000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
19748
Price Range:
15913 - 24892
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
23702
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
18323 - 31945
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
108
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
68377
# Good or Great Deals:
49
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
37960
Price Range:
25940 - 45609
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
54900
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
32746 - 102707
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
12
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
43633
# Good or Great Deals:
7
Volkswagen Passat Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
7.9 / 10
Volvo S90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volkswagen Passat
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
7.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
4.8 - 10.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.088
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volvo S90
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
9.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
6.4 - 19.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.2277541803178433
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
2.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.1 - 11.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.2720054803272896
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
1.0 - 13.4
Volkswagen Passat Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 7Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
11 out of / 11Volvo S90 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 16Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
16 out of / 20Ranking
19 out of / 20Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volkswagen Passat Trim Levels
Limited Edition, R-Line, SE
Volvo S90 Trim Levels
B6 Inscription, B6 Momentum, B6 R-Design
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.86 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
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:
174 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
206 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
295 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 2100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 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):
24 / 36 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
444 / 666 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
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
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 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:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3369 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
58.7 inches
Length:
193.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4389 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
200.4 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Deep Black Pearl
Blue
Tourmaline Blue Metallic
Gray
Platinum Gray Metallic
Red
Aurora Red Metallic
White
Pure White
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Stone / Onyx Black Metallic
Blue
Denim Blue Metallic
Gray
Birch Light Metallic / Platinum Grey Metallic / Thunder Grey Metallic
Red
Not available
White
Crystal White Metallic
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Shetland Beige
Black
Titan Black
Brown
Mauro Brown
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Charcoal
Brown
Not available
White
Blonde
