2012 Volkswagen Passat
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Volkswagen Passat highlights
Customer reviews
4.5 out of 5
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5
Mileage (EPA estimate)
31 city, 43 highway, 35 combined
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SEL 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Fender Audio
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leatherette Seats
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
Optional Features
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Fender Audio
- Leatherette Seats
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
Drive type
2WD
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
170
Torque (ft-lbs)
177
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
18.5
Wheelbase
110.4"
Overall length
191.6"
Width
72.2"
Height
58.5"
Leg room
F 42.4"/R 39.1"
Head room
F 38.3"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P215/55HR17
Rear tires
P215/55HR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
Ratings & reliability
RepairPal reliability rating
Excellent
RepairPal gave the Volkswagen Passat an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Volkswagen Passat 24th out of 30 among Midsize Cars.
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