Which is Better: The 2019 Volkswagen Passat or 2019 Toyota Camry?

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If you have a family, a midsize sedan will prove to be a solid choice. While the segment has some great options, the 2019 Volkswagen Passat's strong value and outstanding passenger comfort make it hard to beat. Class-leading warranty coverage gives you another reason to choose the new Passat. Let's take a look at how the 2019 Volkswagen Passat stacks up against the 2019 Toyota Camry.

Interior and Features

Passenger room is often a big concern for today's car shoppers. While the 2019 Toyota Camry is spacious, you'll find the 2019 Volkswagen Passat to be even roomier. It boasts a total passenger volume of 102 cubic feet, which outclasses the Camry's total passenger volume of 100.4 cubic feet. There's also an extra 1.8 cubic feet of cargo space in the Passat's trunk. Both of these cars come well equipped. However, the Passat rewards you with an additional number of premium features. Volkswagen's V-Tex leather upholstery looks and feels more upscale than the Camry's cloth upholstery. Smartphone users will appreciate the Passat's standard Android Auto smartphone support, which isn't even offered on the new Camry. Meanwhile, standard heated front seats make the Passat more enjoyable to drive during the winter. Keyless ignition is also an extra cost on the Camry.

Warranty

When buying a new vehicle, you deserve to ride with an extra peace of mind. The 2019 Volkswagen Passat is backed by one of the automotive industry's best warranties. VW's excellent People First warranty covers the Passat's powertrain for 6 years/72,000 miles. You'll also enjoy 6 years/72,000 miles of bumper-to-bumper coverage. On the other hand, Toyota gives the Camry a 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. It's clear which car protects buyers the most in the long run.

Safety

Like the 2019 Volkswagen Passat, the 2019 Toyota Camry provides great impact protection. Both sedans received a five-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA. This means your family can ride with an extra sense of security. While the Toyota Camry offers some helpful driver-assist features, some safety technologies are only available on the new Passat. In the event of a crash, VW's Automatic Post-Collision Braking system helps prevent secondary impacts. Meanwhile, Intelligent Crash Response performs important functions such as turning of the fuel pump and activating the hazard lights. You can also take advantage of the Passat's available Active Blind Spot Monitor, which can help steer you out of the path of an oncoming vehicle in the next lane.

While the 2019 Toyota Camry is a good car, it's been surpassed by the 2019 Volkswagen Passat. You'll appreciate the Passat's better warranty, more impressive list of standard features, and exclusive safety technologies. To experience how the new Passat compares to the competition, stop by Pohanka Volkswagen of Capitol Heights for a test drive.

All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.