The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG (06 - 09) vs. VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT (14 - 17)
€ 25,200
€ 31,300
€ 25,200
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 31,300
ⓘ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 LPG is 1.5 inches longer, 0.9 inches narrower and an inch lower than the VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
VW Passat 2.0 TDI 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 LPG
VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT
3384 lb
Curb Weight
3252 lb
4288 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4453 lb
Weight Difference:
132 lb
3.9 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT
V250
Generation
B8
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*DSR*
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
142 hp
at 6400 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 3500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
142 hp
148 hp
VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT
144 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Max. Torque
251 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
144 lb‑ft
251 lb‑ft
VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT
129 mph
Maximum Speed
137 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.7 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
397 ft
0.000 sec
VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT
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23.83 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
21.97 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
23.83 lb/hp
21.97 lb/hp
VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT
Fuel Economy
25 mpg
combined
56 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
25 mpg
56 mpg
VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT
18 mpg
city
48 mpg
33 mpg
highway
62 mpg
12.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gal
318 mi
Range
976 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
318 mi
976 mi
VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT
Environmental Impact
138.6 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).
86.4 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
138.6 kWh
86.4 kWh
VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
No data
CO2 Emissions
175 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
VW Passat 2.0 TDI BMT
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1202 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
16.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
