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Volkswagen Passat vs Volvo S40

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

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2022 Volkswagen Passat

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2011 Volvo S40

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Overview

SpecVolkswagen PassatSEVolvo S40T5
Selected trimSET5
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic5-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20222011

Pricing & market

SpecVolkswagen PassatSEVolvo S40T5
MSRP$27,575 (best)$27,750
Lowest listing price$8,520 (best)—
Median listing price$15,493 (best)—
Highest listing price$18,500 (best)—
For sale now6 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecVolkswagen PassatSEVolvo S40T5
Combined MPG28 MPG (best)24 MPG
City MPG24 MPG (best)21 MPG
Highway MPG36 MPG (best)30 MPG
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)15.9 gal

Performance

SpecVolkswagen PassatSEVolvo S40T5
Horsepower174 hp227 hp (best)
Torque206 lb-ft236 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I5

Size & capability

SpecVolkswagen PassatSEVolvo S40T5
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume15.9 cu ft31.2 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—2,000 lbs (best)
Payload948 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,314 lbs (best)3,338 lbs
Wheelbase110.4 in (best)103.9 in
Length193.6 in (best)176.2 in
Width72.6 in (best)69.7 in
Height58.7 in (best)57.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecVolkswagen PassatSEVolvo S40T5
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)3 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)3 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

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.

TrimVolkswagen PassatVolvo S40
1

SE

$27,575 MSRP(Currently comparing)

T5

$27,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

R-Line

$29,575 MSRP

T5 R-Design

$31,150 MSRP

3

Limited Edition

$30,575 MSRP

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Volkswagen Passat vs Volvo S40 FAQ

Which is better: 2022 Volkswagen Passat or 2011 Volvo S40?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2022 Volkswagen Passat vs 2011 Volvo S40 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2022 Volkswagen Passat or 2011 Volvo S40?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2022 Volkswagen Passat starts lower at $27,575. Live Volkswagen Passat listings start at $8,520.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2022 Volkswagen Passat or 2011 Volvo S40?
The 2022 Volkswagen Passat leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,575).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2022 Volkswagen Passat or 2011 Volvo S40?
The 2022 Volkswagen Passat leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
Which has better horsepower: 2022 Volkswagen Passat or 2011 Volvo S40?
The 2011 Volvo S40 leads on horsepower in this comparison (227).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2022 Volkswagen Passat or 2011 Volvo S40?
The 2011 Volvo S40 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2022 Volkswagen Passat vs 2011 Volvo S40?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volkswagen Passat (4/5 NHTSA overall).