Compare 2015 Volkswagen Passat vs Honda Accord

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It would be difficult to find two better matched four-door sedans selling for under $30K than the 2015 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T Sport and the Honda Accord EX-L. Both are excellent automobiles, offering high quality and performance. However, small differences can make a big difference to shoppers. Buyers looking for maximum value without sacrifice will appreciate the lower price and extra space offered by the Passat. By examining the features and dimensions of both sedans, shoppers can make an informed decision based on relative value. 

VW Passat 1.8T Sport Specs

Honda Accord EX-L Specs

2015 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T Sport

  Check the tale of the tape: Passat surpasses Accord in front headroom (0.7 in.), rear headroom (0.8 in.), rear legroom (0.6 in.), length (0.2 in.), wheelbase (1.1 in.) and EPA interior volume (1.6 cu. ft.). The Passat weighs in at a trim 3,230 lbs. vs 3,358 lbs. for the Accord, and the Passat has a gas tank that holds an additional 1.3 gal. For shoppers looking for extra comfort, the Passat 1.8T Sport delivers an extra measure of spaciousness appreciated by driver and passengers alike. 

2015 Honda Accord EX-L

The Accord drives well, but is not in the same league as the Euro ride and handling of the Passat. For precision handling and taut turns, the Passat benefits from German engineering, even though Passat is built in the USA. One major difference can be found in the choice of transmissions. The Passat offers a proper 6-speed shiftable automatic that provides precise and unobtrusive shifts. The Accord is saddled with a continuous variable transmission, not a favorite of owners who like to drive. The Passat is nimble, thanks to its 128 lb. weight advantage and higher torque. Both cars provide heated/cooled power seats standard, but only the Passat has HD radio.