The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG Automatic (6-speed) (08 - 09) vs. VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT DSG (14 - 18)
€ 30,300

€ 32,000

€ 30,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 32,000
ⓘ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 LPG is 1.5 inches longer, 0.9 inches narrower and an inch lower than the VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT.
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
VW Passat 1.6 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 2.5 LPG
VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT
3472 lb
Curb Weight
3217 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4409 lb

Weight Difference:
256 lb
7.37 %

General
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT
V250
Generation
B8
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*DCZ*
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
2.5 L / 122 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
Power
118 hp
at 3600 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
154 hp
118 hp
VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
175 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT
130 mph
Maximum Speed
128 mph
10.2 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
466 ft
0.000 sec

Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
492 ft
0.000 sec

VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT
▶ REPLAY
22.55 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
27.26 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22.55 lb/hp
27.26 lb/hp
VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
combined
57 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22 mpg
57 mpg
VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT
15 mpg
city
51 mpg
31 mpg
highway
62 mpg
12.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gal
279 mi
Range
894 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
279 mi
894 mi
VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT
Environmental Impact
157.7 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).
84.3 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
157.7 kWh
84.3 kWh
VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
No data
CO2 Emissions
167 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
VW Passat 1.6 TDI BMT
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1193 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
16.6 cu ft











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Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
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