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2013 Volkswagen Passat

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Volkswagen Passat highlights

Customer reviews

4.7 out of 5

RepairPal reliability rating

4 out of 5

Mileage (EPA estimate)

31 city, 43 highway, 35 combined

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New for 2013

  • The Passat is available in a variety of new trims, including the SEL Premium, TDI SEL Premium, and Wolfsburg Edition.
  • The TDI SEL trim has been discontinued for 2013.
  • Passat trims have been upgraded with Rear View Camera and Leather Seats as standard equipment this year.
  • Parking Sensors features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The SEL trim now comes with Smart Key as standard equipment.
  • The TDI SE trim now comes with Sunroof(s) as standard equipment.

Explore Volkswagen Passat details

S 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Manual Transmission
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cruise Control
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Spoiler

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

P215/60TR16

Rear tires

P215/60TR16

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Manual 5

Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.7 out of 5

49 customer reviews

RepairPal reliability rating

4
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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