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Chevrolet Impala vs Volkswagen Passat

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2022 Volkswagen Passat

Overview

SpecChevrolet ImpalaLTVolkswagen PassatSE
Selected trimLTSE
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)regular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typeflex-fuel (FFV)gas
Model year20202022

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet ImpalaLTVolkswagen PassatSE
MSRP$31,620$27,575 (best)
Lowest listing price$4,995 (best)$8,520
Median listing price$8,027 (best)$15,493
Highest listing price$16,985 (best)$18,500
For sale now46 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet ImpalaLTVolkswagen PassatSE
Combined MPG22 MPG28 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG24 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG36 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.5 gal18.5 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet ImpalaLTVolkswagen PassatSE
Horsepower305 hp (best)174 hp
Torque264 lb-ft (best)206 lb-ft
Engine size3.6 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet ImpalaLTVolkswagen PassatSE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume18.8 cu ft (best)15.9 cu ft
Payload948 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,314 lbs (best)
Wheelbase111.7 in (best)110.4 in
Length201.3 in (best)193.6 in
Width73 in (best)72.6 in
Height58.9 in (best)58.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet ImpalaLTVolkswagen PassatSE
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimChevrolet ImpalaVolkswagen Passat
1

LT

$31,620 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$27,575 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premier

$36,720 MSRP

R-Line

$29,575 MSRP

3

Limited Edition

$30,575 MSRP

Live inventory

Chevrolet Impala vs Volkswagen Passat FAQ

Which is better: 2020 Chevrolet Impala or 2022 Volkswagen Passat?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Chevrolet Impala vs 2022 Volkswagen Passat on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2020 Chevrolet Impala or 2022 Volkswagen Passat?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2022 Volkswagen Passat starts lower at $27,575. Live Chevrolet Impala listings start at $4,995. Live Volkswagen Passat listings start at $8,520.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Chevrolet Impala or 2022 Volkswagen Passat?
The 2022 Volkswagen Passat leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,575).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Chevrolet Impala or 2022 Volkswagen Passat?
The 2022 Volkswagen Passat leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
Which has better horsepower: 2020 Chevrolet Impala or 2022 Volkswagen Passat?
The 2020 Chevrolet Impala leads on horsepower in this comparison (305).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Chevrolet Impala vs 2022 Volkswagen Passat?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Impala (5/5 NHTSA overall); Volkswagen Passat (4/5 NHTSA overall).