The 2018 Volkswagen Passat ranked #13 in Midsize Cars. Currently the Volkswagen Passat has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 60 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Extremely spacious seats Large trunk Smooth ride
Cons Competitors are more upscale inside Rivals have more impressive tech offerings
The 2018 Volkswagen Passat does little wrong, but its stoicism means it isn’t much fun.
Pros Massive interior Conservative, quality feel Good ride quality Lots of standard safety tech
Cons Totally devoid of personality V-6 is very thirsty Some cheap bits inside Could a mid-size sedan be less interesting?
The 2019 Chevrolet Impala ranked #7 in Large Cars. Currently the Chevrolet Impala has a score of 8.2 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 33 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Muscular V6 engine option Balanced, comfortable handling Spacious second row and trunk Intuitive infotainment features
Cons Weak standard engine Some mediocre cabin materials
The 2019 Chevrolet Impala does big car hauling with sports car design flair.
Pros Sharp styling Good value overall Comfortable interior Great ride/handling balance
Cons A hybrid would help So would more active safety tech Less rear-seat headroom than expected Stiff ride with 20-inch wheels
Highlights of the 2019 Chevrolet Impala include its smooth ride, roomy interior with lots of space for rear-seat passengers, and one of the most massive trunks available in any sedan. Chevy has also updated the latest Impala generation over its life with newer infotainment and connectivity features.
Pros Smooth, quiet ride Spacious rear seat and trunk Sleek cabin with lots of technology upgrades Capable optional V6
Cons Advanced collision prevention tech restricted to top trim level Thick roof pillars hamper visibility Some interior surfaces feel cheap Underwhelming performance and fuel economy from standard four-cylinder
