Today we have a very interesting topic - the choice between Volkswagen Passat and Toyota Camry 2011-12. We will look at the pros and cons of these cars.
What was chosen in 2012?
Ten years ago, many people had the choice to buy a Passat or a Camry. Then, and it was then that the Toyota Camry won. Of course, it had a lot more advantages, and first of all it was due to the cost. Prices for Japanese and Germans were equal. But the paradox was that for this money in Camry you received petrol engine with volume of 2,5 liters and 180 horses. And you had automatic transmission with six gears. Plus, you already had a display, parking sensors and the rest of the electric package, everything you need for a comfortable ride and even 2-zone climate control. The Passat also offered all these features, but for extra money. For Toyota's money the Passat offered a 150-horsepower 1.4-liter gasoline engine. The engine is not very reliable (as we all already know) and besides with a mechanical gearbox. Accordingly, the buyer of this German must be the person who probably likes products of Volkswagen Group very much. Yes, he would go and buy an empty Passat instead of smart Camry. Certainly, there were also those among us who thought that the 1,4-liter motor would be economical. But with the considerable mass of the car 1.4 will still take not less than 10 liters in the city and there will be no economy.
Best Volkswagen Passat equipment
If you would like to consider a Passat and want to save money, you need to pay attention to the diesel engines. But by no means take the DSG gearbox with 7 gears. The worst combination is a 1.4 TSI motor paired with a 7 speed DSG. It will be a disaster. Something will break and fail there all the time.
The most trouble-free variant is a diesel engine of 2 liters with 140 hp paired with a manual or 6-speed DSG. It is also possible to pay attention to the 1,8-liter engine which also has no special claims to reliability. But be ready to have to refill the oil constantly. According to some reviews of the owners, the consumption of engine oil can reach 2-2.5 liters per 1,000 km of run.
Pros and cons.
The advantages of Toyota are comfortable and comfortable suspension. You can not say that it is very soft, although compared to Volkswagen it is clearly softer. The second big plus is noise isolation. The main disadvantage is that you can not save on fuel in the city. Only the 2,5-liter engine is installed here without any variants. In the city the consumption will be about 12-14 liters per 100 km. Outside the city figures are much more pleasant, but again depending on the speed at which you move. So, at 80-90 km/h the consumption will be around 6 liters. At 100-120 km/h a liter and a half more. If climate control is on, add another 0.5 liters.
The advantages of Volkswagen compared to its competitors are the possibility to choose a diesel engine and thus save on fuel. In addition, it is possible to choose a station wagon body. And it is very practical car. The Japanese has no such option.
The main disadvantage is that when choosing a used Volkswagen Passat, it is necessary to pay attention to the engine and transmission. Otherwise, the purchase of such a car can become a pain and a huge disappointment.
Results
When considering one or two cars, the final choice will, of course, be up to you. If you do not want or do not have time to do an active search, to contact experts and with the repair, in this case, the Toyota Camry will do. This model of Toyota is very reliable and if you do not get a "killed" variant, then most likely you will not get under the hood at all. You will usually have to change the stabilizer bushings, ball joints, or some other little thing.
It is necessary to choose Passat long and closely. It is better to look for diesel variant with combi body. Such variant is suitable if you have a large family and children. It will be practical and economical.
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