The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D Automatic (6-speed) (08 - 10) vs. VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT DSG (15 - 18)
€ 29,600
€ 35,200
€ 29,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 35,200
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ a little. The Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D is 1.5 inches longer, 0.9 inches narrower and an inch lower than the VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
57.1
71.3
80.7
58.1
72.1
82
71.3 in
Width
72.1 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
82 in
57.1 in
Height
58.1 in
106.3
189.2
109.7
187.7
189.2 in
Length
187.7 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
109.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
3627 lb
Curb Weight
3263 lb
4530 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4475 lb
Weight Difference:
364 lb
10.04 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
V250
Generation
B8
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*CJS*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
148 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
178 hp
at 5100 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
148 hp
178 hp
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
236 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1250 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
236 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
127 mph
Maximum Speed
144 mph
10.6 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
7.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
482 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
62 mph
62
mph
mph
361 ft
0.000 sec
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
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24.51 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
18.33 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
24.51 lb/hp
18.33 lb/hp
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
Fuel Economy
31 mpg
combined
40 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
31 mpg
40 mpg
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
23 mpg
city
33 mpg
39 mpg
highway
46 mpg
17.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gal
531 mi
Range
695 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
531 mi
695 mi
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
Environmental Impact
156.4 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
111.8 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
156.4 kWh
111.8 kWh
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
317 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
217 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.8 TSI BMT
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1213 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
16.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
