Volkswagen Passat vs. Volvo V60 Cross Country

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volkswagen Passat and Volvo V60 Cross Country 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 V60 Cross Country.

In comparing the Volkswagen Passat's and the Volvo V60 Cross Country'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 Volvo V60 Cross Country has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen Passat's and the Volvo V60 Cross Country's specifications and ratings, the Volvo V60 Cross Country is a better car than the Volkswagen Passat.

Pricing: A used 2022 Volkswagen Passat ranges from $15,913 to $24,892 while a used 2022 Volvo V60 Cross Country is priced between $30,930 to $44,738.

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 V60 Cross Country loses 47.7 percent of its value. This means the Volvo V60 Cross Country retains 0.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volkswagen Passat.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Volkswagen Passat’s base engine makes 174 horsepower, and the Volvo V60 Cross Country base engine makes 250 horsepower. The Passat is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 666 miles. The V60 Cross Country is rated to deliver an average of 25 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 V60 Cross Country. The Passat uses regular unleaded, and the V60 Cross Country uses premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Volvo V60 Cross Country, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and cargo space. The Volkswagen Passat, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Volkswagen Passat and Volvo V60 Cross Country are comparable in regards to front head room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Volvo V60 Cross Country has higher safety ratings than the Volkswagen Passat, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.86 out of 5 Stars.