The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 Automatic (6-speed) (08 - 10) vs. VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF DSG (19 - ..)
€ 28,300
€ 33,800
€ 28,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 33,800
ⓘ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 2.5 is 1.2 inches longer, 0.9 inches narrower and an inch lower than the VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF.
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
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
188
189.2 in
Length
188 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
109.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
3472 lb
Curb Weight
3164 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4387 lb
Weight Difference:
309 lb
8.9 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
V250
Generation
B8
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Mid-Grade Unleaded
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 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*DPC*
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
2.5 L / 122 cu in
Displacement
1.5 L / 73 cu in
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 5600 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
154 hp
148 hp
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
175 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
130 mph
Maximum Speed
137 mph
10.2 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.7 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
466 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
62 mph
62
mph
mph
397 ft
0.000 sec
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
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22.55 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
21.38 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
22.55 lb/hp
21.38 lb/hp
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
Fuel Economy
25 mpg
combined
44 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
25 mpg
44 mpg
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
17 mpg
city
35 mpg
35 mpg
highway
52 mpg
16.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gal
421 mi
Range
774 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
421 mi
774 mi
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
Environmental Impact
176.2 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).
100.4 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
176.2 kWh
100.4 kWh
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6d-TEMP-EVAP-ISC (WLTP) 36CH, 36CI, 36DG
356 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
237 g/mi (WLTP)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1224 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
16.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
