The Comparative Analysis :
VW Passat 1.8 TSI DSG (10 - 12) vs. Lexus IS 250 Automatic (13 - 15)
€ 32,400
€ 34,200
€ 32,400
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 34,200
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The VW Passat 1.8 TSI is slightly bigger in every dimension. It's 4.1 inches longer, 0.4 inches wider and 1.6 inches taller than the Lexus IS 250.
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
Lexus IS 250
57.9
71.7
81.2
56.3
71.3
79.8
71.7 in
Width
71.3 in
81.2 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.8 in
57.9 in
Height
56.3 in
106.8
187.8
110.2
183.7
187.8 in
Length
183.7 in
106.8 in
Wheelbase
110.2 in
Vehicle Weight
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
Lexus IS 250
3344 lb
Curb Weight
3428 lb
4519 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4608 lb
Weight Difference:
84 lb
2.45 %
General
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
Lexus IS 250
B7
Generation
XE3
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
6-speed automatic transmission
Engine
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
Lexus IS 250
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
V6 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CDA*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
6
1.8 L / 88 cu in
Displacement
2.5 L / 122 cu in
158 hp
at 5000 rpm
Power
205 hp
at 6400 rpm
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
158 hp
205 hp
Lexus IS 250
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
186 lb‑ft
at 4800 rpm
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
184 lb‑ft
186 lb‑ft
Lexus IS 250
Performance
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
Lexus IS 250
137 mph
Maximum Speed
140 mph
8.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.1 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
387 ft
0.000 sec
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
371 ft
0.000 sec
Lexus IS 250
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21.16 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
16.72 lb/hp
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
21.16 lb/hp
16.72 lb/hp
Lexus IS 250
Fuel Economy / Emissions
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
Lexus IS 250
Fuel Economy
34 mpg
combined
27 mpg
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
34 mpg
27 mpg
Lexus IS 250
25 mpg
city
20 mpg
43 mpg
highway
35 mpg
18.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gal
621 mi
Range
477 mi
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
621 mi
477 mi
Lexus IS 250
Environmental Impact
132.6 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).
162.9 kWh
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
132.6 kWh
162.9 kWh
Lexus IS 250
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
261 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
320 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
Lexus IS 250
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1175 lb
Maximum Payload
1179 lb
16 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
