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I came from an Octavia VRs estate to my V60, my comparison is -

Space - There was a lot more boot space in the Skoda, actually far more than I normally used, most of the time it just had my rucksack and sports kit rattling around in it.
Engine - The Skoda did seem more urgent when I floored it, although the V60 has a little more power it does seem a bit more sedate. The Skoda engine did seem slightly rougher than the Volvo.
MPG - I do seem to be getting at least 4mpg more from my Volvo and it seems more consistent with its MPG too.
Driving - The Skoda had large alloys and a very stiff set up, which was great when I wanted to have fun but was a little annoying at other times, my R Design also has a "Sports" set up but is still very comfortable and smooth over most surfaces.
Interior - The Volvo is far more comfortable and better screwed together, but I would expect that from the class up, but for me in this respect they are a country mile apart.

I don't thing the Passat is a million miles away from the Skoda, so I suppose its a fair comparison?