2022 VW Passat vs. Honda Accord | Merrillville, IN
If you’re looking for a mid-size sedan that feels homey on the daily commute or capably totes the family across the country, you’ve got a lot of options. Two cars that have probably caught your eye are the 2022 Volkswagen Passat and the 2022 Honda Accord. Both of these sedans will get you to your destination in style, comfort, and with a range of modern amenities.
At Team Volkswagen in Merrillville, IN, we have assembled this comparison of the 2022 VW Passat vs. 2022 Honda Accord to help you assess the differences between these two models. If you’re interested in more information on the 2022 VW Passat, take a look at the inventory of available Passat models at our dealership. We offer attractive finance and lease offers you can pair with your Passat. And if you have questions, or if you’d like to schedule a test drive, give Team Volkswagen a call at (888) 824-9154 or reach us online.
2022 VW Passat vs. Honda Accord Engine Specs & Fuel Economy
The 2022 VW Passat comes with a standard 2.0L four-cylinder engine across all trims, while the gas-powered 2022 Honda Accord comes standard with a 1.5L four-cylinder engine with an optional 2.0L engine also available. The Accord has higher horsepower and better city gas mileage, while the Passat excels with higher torque and more highway driving range. Both models feature front-wheel drive (FWD) on all trims. Engine specs for the 2022 Passat and 2022 Accord are here:
2022 VW Passat
- Standard Engine: 2.0L four-cylinder
- Horsepower: 174 HP
- Torque: 206 lb.-ft.
- Fuel economy (city/hwy): 24/36 MPG
- Range: 444 / 666 mi.
2022 Honda Accord
- Standard Engine: 1.5L four-cylinder
- Horsepower: 192 HP
- Torque: 192 lb.-ft.
- Fuel economy (city/hwy): 30/38 MPG
- Range: 444 / 562 mi.
2022 VW Passat vs. Honda Accord Exterior Design
You’ll admire the clean, modern styling on both the 2022 VW Passat and the Honda Accord. Both models offer features like LED headlights and tail lights, LED daytime running lights or fog lights, heated side mirrors, and an available power sunroof or moonroof. The 2022 VW Passat also offers the following exclusively available features:
- Adaptive front lighting with corner illuminating feature
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Hands-free easy-open trunk
- Power-folding side mirrors
2022 VW Passat vs. Honda Accord Interior Design & Technology
Step into either the 2022 VW Passat or the Honda Accord and you’ll find a range of advanced tech features and interior amenities. Among the features available on both vehicles:
- Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- Bluetooth® with audio streaming capability
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capable
- Leather seating surfaces
- 8-in. touchscreen display with HD Radio™
- Heated front seats
- Leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel
In addition, the 2022 VW Passat offers the following available features exclusively:
- Volkswagen Car-Net® smartphone connectivity
- Climatronic® dual-zone automatic climate control
- Power-adjustable front seats with power lumbar support
- Comfort seats
- Heated rear outboard seats
- Fender® nine-speaker premium audio system
2022 VW Passat vs. Honda Accord Size & Cargo Space
Both the 2022 VW Passat and the Honda Accord have comfortable seating for five people. Cargo volume and passenger space figures between the models are similar, with optional storage accessories like the CARGOTECH® Blocks system also available for the Passat. Capacity and dimensional information can be found here:
2022 VW Passat
- Overall Length: 193.6 in.
- Max. Cargo Volume: 15.9 cu.-ft.
- Leg Room (front/rear): 42.4 in. / 39.1 in.
- Head Room (front/rear): 37.4 in. / 37.8 in.
2022 Honda Accord
- Overall Length: 192.1 in.
- Max. Cargo Volume: 16.7 cu.-ft.
- Leg Room (front/rear): 42.3 in. / 40.4 in.
- Head Room (front/rear): 37.5 in. / 37.2 in.
2022 VW Passat vs. Honda Accord Safety Options & Features
Both the 2022 VW Passat and the Honda Accord come with a range of high-tech safety and driver assistance features including these available systems:
- Active blind spot monitor with rear cross traffic alert
- Forward collision warning and autonomous emergency braking
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane keeping system
- Pedestrian monitoring
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