
These 2 auto icons have been competing against one another since the days of bell bottoms. While the Accord has positioned itself as the mid-size vehicle for every person, the Passat has moved more in the direction of a deluxe car (however with a non-luxury automobile price). Volkswagen is introducing an all-new Passat for 2020, improving on the successes of the old version while also updating other areas of need. Can the present Accord (which was presented a couple of years ago) take on the brand-new Passat? Let’s find out.
The 2020 Passat is equipped with just one powertrain choice, a 2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder engine that is mated to a conventional 6-speed automatic. This pairing produces 174 horsepower and 207 lb-ft of torque, and while the certified numbers are not yet readily available it is anticipated to average a minimum of 36mpg on the freeway. The Accord starts with a smaller sized 1.5L Turbocharged 4-cylinder and a CVT, however, can be upgraded to a Hybrid or Sport trim. The Sport version can generate up to 252 horsepower and be outfitted with a 6-speed standard transmission. It might be quicker yet you shed gas mileage, falling to 32 miles per gallon on the highway.
Absolutely, style is subjective, yet we cannot help but eye the new Volkswagen Passat. The complimentary 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and complete LED lights make you take notice this isn’t some dull economy car. Slide inside and you’ll immediately observe a lot of leg area (front AND back), a lot of USB charging ports, optional keyless access with push-button start, and a 6.3-inch touchscreen stereo. The Honda likewise features 17-inch wheels and LED lights, but the exterior design isn’t nearly as crisp. The ‘face’ appears like it has liquefied and slid down even more than intended and generally, it’s really blob-like. The ’20 Passat wins the looks area, by far.
Both automobiles include impressive touchscreen sound systems, yet while Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and Sirius XM are complementary on the Passat they require a greater trim level to have them on the Honda. Every ’20 Passat will get a blind-spot monitor, back traffic alert, front traffic assist with pedestrian monitoring, and automatic emergency braking situation. Optional technology attributes consist of adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, and parking steering assist. The Honda does feature most of the same driver-assist technology with the major difference being that the Blind Spot Information System and Head-Up Display are offered as alternatives that cost more $$$. Ultimately, whichever car you select will certainly be incredibly safe.
2020 Volkswagen Passat | VS. | 2020 Honda Accord |
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PERFORMANCE | ||
2.0L Turbocharged 4-cylinder | Available Engines | 1.5L Turbo 4-cylinder (Standard) 2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder (Available) 2.0L Hybrid 4-cylinder (Available) |
6-speed Automatic | Transmissions | CVT (Standard), eCVT (Hybrid) 6-Speed Manual (Available) 10-Speed Automatic (Available) |
174hp / 207 lbs. ft. torque | Horsepower Torque |
192hp / 192 lb-ft. torque (1.5T) 252hp / 273 lb-ft. torque (2.0T) 143hp / 129 lb-ft. torque (Hybrid) |
DESIGN | ||
LED headlights LED tail lights, LED DRL |
Exterior Lighting | LED Low-Beam Headlights LED Brake w/ Integrated LED Light Bars LED DRL (Standard) Full LED Headlights, LED Fog lights (Available) |
17-inch alloy (Standard) 18, 19-inch aluminum (Available) |
Wheels | 17-inch alloys (Standard) 19-inch alloys (Available) |
Sunroof (Available) | Sunroof | Moonroof (Available) |
TECHNOLOGY | ||
7-inch touch-screen (Standard) 8-inch touch-screen, NAV (Available) |
Infotainment | 7-inch Color LED screen (Standard) 8-inch touch-screen, Navigation (Available) |
Standard | Apple CarPlay Android Auto |
Available |
Rear vision camera (Standard) | Parking Camera | Multi-Angle Rearview Camera (Standard) |
While the brand-new Accord includes fun and uncommon alternatives like a standard transmission and even more horsepower, the new Passat sneaks past it with a more luxurious feeling and a remarkable checklist of basic features. The 2020 Volkswagen Passat wins the mid-size car competition.
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