For ordinary consumers, if you want to get it in place in one step, then choosing a B-class car is undoubtedly the most appropriate. This type of model can not only meet the daily household, but also cope with general business activities, is a "generalist" like existence.
When we choose the B-class car, the Camry, the Accord, the Passat are three cars that must be talked about, and they have a high degree of attention in the entire B-class car camp. Next, "Car 314" will make a comparison of these three cars to see how they all perform.
Appearance: Different styles, each with its own characteristics, the result is up to you to choose
First, let's talk about the Camry, this generation of models has thrown away the previous moderate atmosphere, turned around and walked towards the sports route. The lines on both sides of the logo and the headlights are very slender and sharp, and converge towards the middle of the front. The grille and lower bracket under the logo are exaggerated, and the size is wide, as if it were a large mouth, creating a powerful aura.
In terms of styling style, accord has also shifted from calm to radical, but the overall is not as exaggerated as the Camry, and it still maintains a calm atmosphere. A stout chrome trim strip at the top of the front connects the headlights to form a through-through design. The grille size is relatively large, and after a black coating, visually there is a good sports effect.
Although the Passat has also undergone several generations, the overall shape has always maintained a calm atmosphere, like a "gentleman in a suit". The front face is a family design language, and the banner grille is inverted trapezoidal. The chrome decorative strips on the periphery surround the grille and the headlight group, and the integrated structure is very strong. The shape of the lower encirclement and fog lights is also more traditional, and the overall appearance is very regular.
Summary: Styling, the Camry is more sporty, more suitable for the taste of young people; while the Accord is in the middle position, the overall shape is stable, but the details are relatively young, passat is more business, but the reputation is too poor, sales are also declining badly, not recommended to buy.
Interior: Camry is moderate, Accord is stable, Passat has a sense of technology
The Interior of the Camry is not as eye-catching as the exterior, and the overall performance is more moderate. Especially the central control screen, the wide black edge does not seem to be a product of this era. The biggest highlight is the curved decorative strip, which at first glance seems to separate the main passenger seat. Fortunately, the material is good, a large number of soft and cortical materials are covered, reaching this level of performance.
Like the exterior, the Accord has become much younger in terms of interior. The steering wheel has a flat bottom design and a dynamic and stylish shape. The functional area is more orderly, in addition to the air conditioning control entity button, most of the functions are concentrated on the central control screen. In addition, the high-end model also added carbon fiber pattern trim panels to make the interior more vibrant.
The interior of the Passat is not as business-oriented as it looks, and the overall simplicity and technology are rich in technology. The whole series is equipped with LCD dashboards, coupled with a large number of glossy black trim panels, so that the sense of technology in the car is instantly improved a lot. In terms of materials, passats still maintain a high standard, and the extensive use of leather, soft materials and wood grain panels creates a strong sense of luxury.
Summary: As a B-class car, all three cars have reached a high level in terms of materials. However, in terms of some details such as styling and layout, the Camry is not as good as the other two models. But these two Japanese have exposed the situation that the central control starts slowly and often gets stuck, I don't know if you have encountered it, you can leave a message in the comment area.
Configuration: The overall configuration of accord is higher
Choosing the model with similar prices among the three cars, it can be seen that the Accord has the most abundant active/passive safety configuration, followed by the Camry, and the Passat's performance is average. It is worth mentioning that camry is equipped with knee airbags throughout the series.
In addition, in terms of seat configuration, passats are the most prominent. The passenger seat has more functions and the comfort will be better. In addition, the rear adjustment co-pilot function has been added, which is more suitable for business needs. Accord supports the seats to be reclined as a whole, which will be better in terms of space expansion.
In terms of lighting, both camry and Accord are equipped with LED fog lights and adaptive near and far lights. These two points are more practical than the extra mood lights in the Passat.
Summary: The overall configuration of the three cars is not low, and it also meets the price of about 200,000. There are only differences in some functions, and you can choose according to your own needs when choosing a car.
Body size: The Passat performed better
In terms of body size, the Camry has a length, width and height of 4900 (4885)/1840/1455mm, and a wheelbase of 2825mm. With the rear space adjusted, there is a punch left in the head of the back row and more than two punches left in the leg.
The Accord has a length, width and height of 4906/1862/1449mm, and a wheelbase of 2830mm. In terms of rear seating space, in the case of the average adult, there are more than two fists of leg space left, and the head space is about 3-4 fingers.
The Passat has a length, width and height of 4948/1836/1469mm and a wheelbase of 2871mm. The rear seating space is good, with three fingers and three punches in the head and leg sections.
Summary: These three models have shown excellent results in terms of body size and riding space, and they have also achieved the appearance of a B-class car. Relatively speaking, the back space of the Passat is more prominent, the seat comfort is good, and it is more suitable for business reception, that is, the shock absorption is too hard and uncomfortable to sit.
Power: The Accord is equipped with a 1.5T engine, and the comprehensive strength of the Passat is strong
Both the Accord and the Passat are equipped with turbocharged engines, while the Camry is a naturally aspirated engine. Among them, the Accord has the most power, reaching 194 horsepower; the Passat has the largest torque, at 320 Nm; and the Camry's data performance is more average, but the power output is smoother.
Summary: From the perspective of the whole series, the entire Accord series is equipped with a 1.5T engine, and the tuning methods are unified, will there be a phenomenon of weak power of low-end models? Speak in experience. The Passat's low-end model is a 1.4T engine, which is somewhat small horse-drawn cart. In addition to the 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine mounted on the Camry, there is also a more powerful 2.5-liter naturally aspirated engine, which has a stronger power performance, but it costs more silver.
Conclusion: It is no exaggeration to say that the Camry, Accord, and Passat are the hottest models of the B-Class. Their performance in terms of market reputation, quality, ownership and other aspects is quite excellent. If you value a sporty and stylish look, then the Camry looks better; if you are more frequent in terms of business receptions, then the Passat is more suitable; and if you have a limited budget but are looking for motivation, then look at the Accord.
Really, I really can't give a better opinion on these three cars, just say, you care about safety, or don't think much about the Passat!