2022 V40 Cross Country vs. 2022 Volkswagen Passat

Here are two vehicles with a rich European ancestry, and both of which are superbly built. The 2022 V40 Cross Country features a raised profile that makes it look like an SUV. In reality, the V40 Cross Country is a wagon, and a pretty good one at that. You get acres of space inside the cabin, which is sure to make those long family road trips much more fun and comfortable. Despite the sloping roofline, the V40 Cross Country still offers ample headroom for everyone. The 2022 Passat on the other hand looks great and delivers good ride dynamics. Let us compare the two and give a verdict.

Design & Style

Anybody looking at vehicles in this category is probably thinking about practicality and comfort. It is in those two areas that the 2022 V40 Cross Country beats the 2022 Passat when it comes to vehicle design. The V40 Cross Country has a spacious cabin, and it is designed with very premium materials. The end look is that of a luxury vehicle that is still practical and functional. The V40 Cross Country comes with plenty of trunk space for those shopping trips or to lug around golf bags. With the 2022 Passat, space, especially for the rear passengers, can be problematic, thanks to the sloping roofline. Despite this, however, the Passat is a well designed vehicle, and you certainly enjoy the comfortable seats and the deep foot rugs.

Technology & Safety

Given Volvo's focus on safety, little wonder that the 2022 V40 Cross Country comes with a host of safety and tech features. The basic model comes with features such as Hill-start assist, blind spot monitoring and much more. This is what makes the V40 Cross Country such a popular model in its category, as safety is a basic requirement for such a vehicle. The 2022 Passat also comes with some tech and safety features, but most of these are options.

Performance

The V40 Cross Country is powered by a 2-liter turbocharged engine, which is similar to that in the Passat. Ride dynamics however are very different with the V40 Cross Country being a lot more comfortable. Acceleration is fast and smooth, making it easy to merge into highway traffic safely. The Passat felt a little sluggish coming from a stop, but recovered its composure once you got going. The cabin of the Passat is also a lot more noisy than you would expect for such a vehicle.

The Bottom Line

Regardless of which of the two vehicles you go for, you will probably end up with a solidly designed vehicle. However, choosing the V40 Cross Country gets you certain advantages. For example, you get more tech and safety features. The V40 Cross Country also has a spacious cabin and much larger trunk area. This is why the V40 Cross Country should be your choice between the two,

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