When putting together the 2021 Volvo V60, the emphasis was on ensuring a luxury station wagon with ample space and excellent performance. The 2021 Volvo V60 delivers these in spadefuls. The roomy interior as well as the premium feel of the car are attributes that all station wagon lovers are going to appreciate. Performance is not compromised either and this vehicle delivers a thrilling ride
Like other vehicles in the Volkswagen stable, the 2021 Passat is a superbly designed and engineered vehicle. It features a well-designed interior and is relatively spacious as well. If you are looking for a top-quality ride, however, you are going to be disappointed. Here is a comparison between these two cars and what you can expect from each of them.
Design & Style
For 2021, Volvo has fitted the V60 with LED headlights, blind-spot monitoring, and other useful features. The 2021 version also gets larger and sportier wheels in some of the higher trims. The interior of this car remains a delightful place with an ergonomically designed instrument panel. Everything is where you would expect it to be and the interior build is full of premium materials.
The 2021 Passat remains unchanged. Though comfortable and spacious, the interior design is somewhat minimalist in nature, which may not be everyone's cup of tea. Still, this is a beautiful and well-designed vehicle that most people are likely to appreciate.
Technology & Safety
In addition to the features mentioned earlier, the 2021 V60 also comes with Sensus infotainment system software which is quick and easy to use. You get smartphone connectivity as standard as well as many other features.
With the 2021 Passat, smartphone integration exists although, unlike the V60, is done via Bluetooth. A seven-inch infotainment system and a relatively good audio system are just some of the features you can expect in the Passat.
Performance
The 2021 Volvo V60 is motivated by a four-cylinder turbocharged engine that turns out about 250 horsepower. The vehicle delivers an incredibly smooth ride and the cabin is a very quiet place even under high revs. The 2021 V60 also features a great suspension system that does a great job at keeping the shock from surface imperfections away from the cabin.
The 2021 Passat also features a four-cylinder turbocharged engine but that is where the similarities end. Performance is sluggish and this ends up reflecting on gas consumption. The suspension could also be better. All said ride quality is woefully inadequate.
The Bottom Line
While the 2021 Passat and the 2021 Volvo V60 are great vehicles to look at, the difference comes when you compare the ride quality that they deliver. The 2021 Passat struggles around corners and mostly feels underpowered. This is what makes the 2021 V60 the clear winner of this comparison.
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