2018 Mazda6 VS 2018 VW Passat - Midsize Sedan Comparison at Baglier Mazda in Butler, PA

Not only is the 2018 Mazda6 less expensive than many of its rival midsize sedans - like the 2018 Volkswagen Passat - it's better equipped and more enjoyable to drive. To prove this bold claim, we've compiled the following comparison information below. We pit the 2018 Passat against the new Mazda6 in these key areas, so you can see at-a-glance why the 2018 Mazda6 provides better value for your money! Discover your Mazda6 today. Visit us for your test drive at Baglier Mazda, located at 630 Evans City Road, Butler, PA 16001.

Interior Quality: 2018 Mazda6 VS 2018 Volkswagen Passat

Looking for a luxurious, premium finish inside your new sedan? Consider the 2018 Mazda6, which comes with a surprising number of standard luxury touches the 2018 Volkswagen Passat lacks. For example, dual-zone climate control, push-button start and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob are standard on the new Mazda6, but you'll have to pay for a trim level upgrade to get those features on the Passat.

Infotainment Systems: 2018 Mazda6 VS 2018 Volkswagen Passat

The infotainment system inside the 2018 Mazda6 provides a larger touch screen display than the one you get from the Passat. Inside the 2018 Volkswagen Passat, you'll notice the standard 5" infotainment display sits flush in the center console. Instead, the 2018 Mazda6 provides an 8" touch display, powered by Mazda CONNECT™. It extends dramatically from the top of the center console, lending the Mazda6 a modern, sophisticated look.

Performance: 2018 Mazda6 VS 2018 Volkswagen Passat

You can choose from two available engines powering both of these sedans. The base 2018 VW Passat offers just 174 horsepower. While still achieving similar fuel economy, the 2018 Mazda6 comes standard with 187 horsepower for a more exciting drive. When you upgrade the engine of the Passat, you get a naturally-aspirated, thirsty V6. That means it'll use more fuel. By contrast, the available Mazda6 engine upgrade is a turbocharged four-cylinder that outperforms the upgraded Passat in both power and efficiency! The V6-equipped Passat maxes out at 28 highway MPG and only achieves 256 lb/ft of maximum torque; the turbocharged 2018 Mazda6 still earns up to 31 highway MPG and produces 310 lb/ft of torque for thrilling acceleration and overtaking power at freeway speeds.

Crash Test Ratings: 2018 Mazda6 VS 2018 Volkswagen Passat

The 2018 Mazda6 outperformed the 2018 VW Passat in government crash tests. Where the Passat earned a 4-star frontal crash safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Mazda6 achieved a perfect 5-star rating in that test. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety saw a similar result: That organization gave the Passat a "Marginal" passenger side crashworthiness score. The 2018 Mazda6 earned the best-possible "Good" rating in all crashworthiness areas from the IIHS.

Standard Driver Assistance: 2018 Mazda6 VS 2018 Volkswagen Passat

While Volkswagen offers a suite of available driver assistance systems on the 2018 Passat, only the 2018 Mazda6 provides many of these systems totally standard! While the base 2018 VW Passat lacks any driver assistance, every single 2018 Mazda6 gets Smart City Brake Support with autonomous pre-collision braking, plus blind spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert. That means the base Mazda6 is better equipped to protect you from traffic hazards.

Experience an Award-Winning New Mazda Today at Baglier Mazda

U.S. News & World Report named Mazda its best car brand for the past three years! So whether you're looking for a sporty sedan, a practical hatchback or a roomy crossover, a Mazda is always a great choice. This award-winning line of vehicles has something to offer every driver, including ultra-efficient SKYACTIV® engines and intuitive, responsive Mazda CONNECT™ infotainment. Our warm and friendly sales team take a different approach. You won't find a high-pressure, uncomfortable sales experience here, because Mazda vehicles are so beautiful, capable and reliable, they virtually sell themselves. Discover the perfect Mazda for you during a test drive at Baglier Mazda in Butler, PA, your hometown Mazda dealership!