What are the differences between the Sagitar and the Passat?
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Sagitar and Passat have the following differences: 1. Model: The Passat is a mid-size sedan under the Volkswagen brand, with the latest top model being the 2021 380TSI Flagship Edition; the Sagitar is a compact sedan under the Volkswagen brand, with the latest top model being the 2021 280TSI DSG Flagship Intelligent Connected Edition. 2. Overall Body: The latest top version of the Passat has a body length, width, and height of 4933, 1836, 1469mm, with a wheelbase of 2871mm; the latest top version of the Sagitar has a body length, width, and height of 4753, 1800, 1462mm, with a wheelbase of 2731mm. 3. Power: The Passat is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine, with a maximum horsepower of 220Ps, maximum power of 162kW, maximum torque of 350N·m, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission; the Sagitar is equipped with a 1.4T turbocharged engine, with a maximum horsepower of 150Ps, maximum power of 110kW, maximum torque of 250N·m, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
I've driven a Sagitar for several years, and my friend owns a Passat, so we often swap cars. The Sagitar is a compact car, very agile in the city, easy to park, with low fuel consumption—usually under 7L/100km. Maintenance costs just a few hundred yuan per service, and the steering is light and easy to handle, making it perfect for daily commuting. The Passat, on the other hand, is a midsize sedan with significantly more space. The back seat can comfortably fit three people, and the trunk can hold two or three large suitcases. It's stable on long trips, with good suspension and low noise. The price difference is substantial—an entry-level Passat can buy a top-trim Sagitar. Maintenance costs for the Passat are higher, but the driving experience is much more comfortable. It depends on your needs: the Sagitar is sufficient for city driving, while the Passat is better for family trips or business use. Additionally, newer Passat models come with more assist systems, like adaptive cruise control, though fuel consumption is slightly higher at around 8-9L/100km. In the long run, the value-for-money ratio is still decent.
