The Passat is offered as a front-wheel drive four-door sedan with three engine choices; a 170-hp, 2.5-liter inline five-cylinder, a 140-hp, 2.0-liter TDI diesel four-cylinder, and a 280-hp 3.6-liter VR6. Numerous transmissions are available, a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic with the 2.5L, a six-speed manual or six-speed DSG with the TDI, and a six-speed DSG is standard with the VR6. Standard safety features include six airbags, four-wheel-disc anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, tire pressure monitoring, engine immobilizer and an intelligent crash response system that unlocks all doors, shuts off fuel and electrical supply and turns on the hazard lights. Standard creature comfort features include dual-zone electronic climate control, front and rear centre armrests, trip computer, keyless entry, automatic headlights with coming home function, cruise control and Bluetooth phone connectivity.For 2012, the Passat is completely redesigned and re-engineered inside and out.
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2012 Volkswagen Passat
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2012 2.5L S 4dr Sedan
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2012 2.5L S 4dr Sedan
most popular
2012 2.5L SE 4dr Sedan
Price: - From $23,725
2012 2.0L TDI SE 4dr Sedan
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2012 2.5L SEL 4dr Sedan
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Overview
Specs & Features
Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.5L I-5 / 170 HP / 177 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard:
5-spd man w/OD
Available:
6-spd sequential shift control auto w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
22 / 32 / 27 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 2.5L I-5 / 170 HP / 177 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Front-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 22 / 32 / 27 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 18.5 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $71 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 15.9 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 102 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 191.6 " |
Exterior Width | 72.2 " |
Exterior Height | 58.5 " |
Front Headroom | 38.3 " |
Rear Headroom | 37.8 " |
Front Legroom | 42.4 " |
Rear Legroom | 39.1 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 56.9 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 57.0 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,166 Lbs. / 3,221 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 110 " |
Turning Radius | 18.2 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 16.0 " Steel / 18.0 " Silver Aluminum / 16.0 " Silver Aluminum |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Black W/chrome Accents |
Rear Spoiler | Lip |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating | |
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating | |
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating | |
Rollover Crash Safety Rating | |
Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer Iii |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 60 Months / 60,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Roadside Assistance Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months / Unlimited Miles |
Accessories Months |
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