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Comparison
2 vehicles
Summary
The battle of the giant European plug-in hybrid estate cars: Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid vs Škoda Superb Combi iV.
Verdict
Both share the same MQB evo platform, 25.7 kWh battery, 133 km electric range, and 50 kW DC charging. The Superb Combi offers slightly more cavernous rear legroom and Simply Clever touches, while the Passat carries iconic executive prestige.
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
2025 • Estate
Adult Occupant
95%
Child Occupant
89%
Pedestrian
76%
Safety Assist
78%
5/5
Euro NCAP
2019
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
2025 • Estate
Adult Occupant
93%
Child Occupant
84%
Pedestrian
70%
Safety Assist
58%
5/5
Euro NCAP
2017
Detailed Comparison
Specification
Volkswagen
Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
Škoda
Superb Combi iV (2025)
Electric Range
133 km
Best Value
133 km
Best Value
Fuel Consumption
0.4 L/100km
Best Value
1.4 L/100km
Battery Capacity
25.7 kWh
Best Value
25.7 kWh
Best Value
Power
204 HP
Best Value
204 HP
Best Value
Engine Displacement
1.5 L
1.5 L
CO₂ Emissions
9 g/km
Best Value
32 g/km
AC Charge Time
3.5h
2.5h
Best Value
DC Charge Time
26 min
Best Value
26 min
Best Value
Trunk Volume
510 L
Best Value
510 L
Best Value
Seats
5
5
Warranty
3 years
Best Value
3 years
Best Value
Euro NCAP Rating
5/5
Best Value
5/5
Electric Range
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
133 km
Best Value
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
133 km
Best Value
Fuel Consumption
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
0.4 L/100km
Best Value
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
1.4 L/100km
Battery Capacity
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
25.7 kWh
Best Value
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
25.7 kWh
Best Value
Power
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
204 HP
Best Value
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
204 HP
Best Value
Engine Displacement
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
1.5 L
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
1.5 L
CO₂ Emissions
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
9 g/km
Best Value
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
32 g/km
AC Charge Time
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
3.5h
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
2.5h
Best Value
DC Charge Time
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
26 min
Best Value
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
26 min
Best Value
Trunk Volume
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
510 L
Best Value
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
510 L
Best Value
Seats
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
5
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
5
Warranty
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
3 years
Best Value
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
3 years
Best Value
Euro NCAP Rating
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
5/5
Best Value
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
5/5
🗺️EUROPEAN REAL-WORLD ROUTE BENCHMARKS
Germany 🇩🇪 & France 🇫🇷 Popular Routes Comparison
Visual side-by-side simulation across flat highway corridors and hilly Alpine passes—showing exact ICE transition kilometer, downhill regenerative recovery, and total trip energy cost.
Select Benchmark Route (Flat & Hilly):
🇩🇪
Munich → Garmisch-Partenkirchen
A95 / B2 • Bavyera AlpleriClassic Bavarian Alps benchmark climbing from Munich (520m) over the 885m Eschenlohe crest before descending into Garmisch (708m). Tests uphill battery load, weight penalty, and downhill regen recovery.
Distance
90 km
Highway Pace
110 km/h
Ascent / Descent
+500m / -312m
Local Tariffs (DE)
⚡0.36€ • ⛽1.78€
⚡ #1
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
🔋 19.7 kWh net (133 km WLTP)NMC🔥 PTC Heater
Open in Simulator💶 -0.15 € lower trip cost
Route Drive Mode Split (EV vs HEV)⚡→⛽ Petrol Engine Start:Km 58(Alt: 745m)
68% EV
32% HEV
Pure Electric (EV):61.3 km
Hybrid / Petrol (HEV):28.7 km
Electricity Used
15.4 kWh
25.1 kWh/100km
♻️Downhill Regen Bonus
+0 kWh
~+0 km EV bonus
Petrol Consumed
1.2 L
1.4 L/100km
💶Total Trip Energy Cost
7.68 €
⚡5.54€ + ⛽2.14€
🟣 #2
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
🔋 19.7 kWh net (133 km WLTP)NMC🔥 PTC Heater
Open in Simulator+0.9 km more pure EV driving
Route Drive Mode Split (EV vs HEV)⚡→⛽ Petrol Engine Start:Km 58.8(Alt: 750m)
69% EV
31% HEV
Pure Electric (EV):62.2 km
Hybrid / Petrol (HEV):27.8 km
Electricity Used
15.8 kWh
25.4 kWh/100km
♻️Downhill Regen Bonus
+0.1 kWh
~+0.5 km EV bonus
Petrol Consumed
1.2 L
1.3 L/100km
💶Total Trip Energy Cost
7.83 €
⚡5.69€ + ⛽2.14€
⛰️Route Elevation Profile & Terrain Slope Telemetry
Altitude gains/descents, gravity potential energy, and regenerative battery recovery along the journey.
🎯Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)EV: 0–58 km (%22)HEV: 58–71.3 km♻️⚡Regen EV: Km 71.3+ (+3.3 km)Descent (Regenerative Charging)Climb (High Power Draw)
Total Ascent
+500 m
Max Incline: %4.2
Total Descent
-312 m
End Elevation: 708 m
🏔️Peak Elevation
885 m
@ Km 68
Regenerated Energy
+0 kWh⚡ Max +0.9 kW
~+0 km EV bonus⚡ Full Regen
Terrain Net Impact
+1.9 kWh
Ekstra yerçekimi tüketimi
🌦️
Dynamic Route Weather & Microclimate CorridorΔT 2.4°C
HVAC draw, air density (ρ), and BMS cold regen limits adapt dynamically to altitude and microclimate at every kilometer.
Munich🌡️ 16°C⛰️ 520m
→Summit (Km 68)🌡️ 13.6°C⛰️ 885m
→Garmisch-Partenkirchen🌡️ 14.8°C⛰️ 708m
👁️1-Click Show / Hide:
Open Route in Full Interactive Map Simulator
Explore live map polylines, custom speeds, and full telemetry
Strengths
Specs & verified owner feedback
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)9 highlights
Specification Strengths: Electric Range, Fuel Consumption, Battery Capacity, Power, CO₂ Emissions, DC Charge Time, Trunk Volume, Warranty, Euro NCAP Rating
Owner Forum & Test Highlights
- ✓Benchmark high-speed motorway stability, communicative steering, and mature body control
- ✓Huge 25.7 kWh battery delivering 125–143 km WLTP range with 50 kW DC fast charging
- ✓Decades-old dealer network and unmatched European secondary market residual liquidity
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)7 highlights
Specification Strengths: Electric Range, Battery Capacity, Power, AC Charge Time, DC Charge Time, Trunk Volume, Warranty
Owner Forum & Test Highlights
- ✓Benchmark high-speed motorway stability, communicative steering, and mature body control
- ✓Huge 25.7 kWh battery delivering 125–143 km WLTP range with 50 kW DC fast charging
- ✓Decades-old dealer network and unmatched European secondary market residual liquidity
Weaknesses
Trade-offs & chronic forum issues
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)1 drawbacks
Specification Drawbacks: AC Charge Time
Owner Complaints & Chronic Notes
- ⚠Substantially higher baseline acquisition cost compared to loaded Chinese alternatives
- ⚠Key luxury features (panoramic glass roof, ventilated seats, 360 camera) locked behind expensive option packs
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)3 drawbacks
Specification Drawbacks: Fuel Consumption, CO₂ Emissions, Euro NCAP Rating
Owner Complaints & Chronic Notes
- ⚠Substantially higher baseline acquisition cost compared to loaded Chinese alternatives
- ⚠Key luxury features (panoramic glass roof, ventilated seats, 360 camera) locked behind expensive option packs
PHEV Intelligence Verdict
Community & Road Test Verdict: Which One Should You Buy?
Real-world buying guidance based on owner forum telemetry, long-term feedback, and ownership costs.
Motorway Composure & Trusted Heritage
Volkswagen Passat Variant eHybrid (2024+)
Ideal Use Case: Frequent motorway road trips, composed chassis dynamics, and proven secondary market resale.
- ✓Maximized electric-only daily driving with generous usable battery capacity.
- ✓Rapid DC charging support for practical top-ups on road trips.
- ✓Decades of European parts logistics, immediate repair turnaround, and strong residual value.
Motorway Composure & Trusted Heritage
Škoda Superb Combi iV (2025)
Ideal Use Case: Frequent motorway road trips, composed chassis dynamics, and proven secondary market resale.
- ✓Maximized electric-only daily driving with generous usable battery capacity.
- ✓Rapid DC charging support for practical top-ups on road trips.
- ✓Decades of European parts logistics, immediate repair turnaround, and strong residual value.
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Bottom Line: If your priority is urban commuting with zero fuel burn and maximum luxury toys, the newer high-capacity PHEV excels; for frequent cross-country motorway tours and worry-free secondary market resale, established European chassis maturity takes the win.
Best Value
Highlighted cells indicate the best value in each category. Lower values are better for consumption and emissions. Higher values are better for range, power, and capacity.