How to Choose Between the 2021 Passat and Magotan?
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The advantages and disadvantages of the 2021 Passat and Magotan are as follows: 1. Passat: (1) Appearance: The Passat is more corporate-oriented and old-fashioned. Although the new Passat has added many sporty elements, its elongated body disrupts the overall harmony. In particular, the rear of the car looks very different from the front. Despite the large front grille, the lack of slope makes the front appear very "dull," giving the Passat a "clumsy" look from the front. (2) Quality: Except for the 2019 Passat, other older-generation Passats are built on the PQ46 platform, featuring exquisite craftsmanship in terms of suspension and chassis tuning, seat materials, and detailed workmanship. (3) Origin: The Passat is essentially a domestically produced Volkswagen, with weaker brand recognition or product quality. 2. Magotan: (1) Appearance: The Magotan has higher overall harmony and looks very refined; it is generally sporty and can be said to suit all age groups. For example, the new Magotan exudes a strong sporty style, with more dynamic body lines. (2) Quality: The Magotan is meticulously built on Volkswagen's latest MQB platform. In terms of suspension and chassis tuning, seat materials, and detailed workmanship, the Magotan showcases exquisite German craftsmanship. (3) Origin: The Magotan is a standard joint-venture Volkswagen, with stronger brand recognition or product quality.
I've driven these two cars no less than ten times, so let me share the actual experience. The Passat's rear seats are noticeably more spacious—you can even cross your legs comfortably—and its sound insulation is more refined, especially with significantly better tire noise control at high speeds. The Magotan's steering is clearly more precise, the 2.0T low-power version responds quicker, and the dual-clutch gearbox shifts almost without any jerkiness. In terms of chassis, the Passat feels like riding a boat, gliding smoothly over manhole covers, while the Magotan offers stronger cornering support but can feel bumpier on rough roads. It depends on your needs: choose the Passat for family trips, and you can't go wrong with the Magotan if you drive alone more often. Remember to focus on the rear seats and speed bumps during the test drive—the differences are immediately apparent.
From a practical perspective, the 2021 Passat 330 Luxury trim offers seat ventilation and matrix headlights compared to the similarly priced Magotan, ensuring a sweat-free back during summer drives. The Magotan's FPK digital dashboard exudes high-tech appeal, though its infotainment system occasionally lags. Maintenance costs show the Passat's minor service at around 850 yuan, while the Magotan is 70 yuan more expensive, but Magotan's 4S dealership network is denser. Resale values are nearly identical, with a three-year-old model price difference under 5,000 yuan. My take: configuration enthusiasts should pick the Passat, tech aficionados the Magotan—if truly torn, flip a coin! The Passat's front fascia exudes mature sophistication, whereas the Magotan's sporty kit skews noticeably younger.
