2012 Volkswagen Passat

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2012 Volkswagen Passat

Starting MSRP $20,590–$32,950

Standard Equipment & Options

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2.5L S

$20,590

2.5L SE

$23,725

2.0L TDI SE

$25,995

2.5L SEL

$28,395

3.6L V6 SE

$28,995

2.5L SEL Premium

$29,895

2.0L TDI SEL Premium

$32,195

3.6L V6 SEL Premium

$32,950

Body Exterior

Dual exhaust
Heated door mirrors
Turn signal indicator mirrors
Spoiler $375 $375 $375 $375 $375 $375 $375 $375
Rear cargo:trunk
Number of doors:4
Power door mirrors

Convenience Features

Air conditioning
Automatic temperature control
Power moonroof $800 $800
Memory seat
Speed control
Power front windows
Remote keyless entry
Tilt steering wheel
Telescoping steering wheel
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Garage door transmitter
Navigation system $1,170 $1,600 $1,600
Front beverage holders
Rear beverage holders

Entertainment Features

AM/FM radio
CD player
MP3 decoder
Steering wheel mounted audio controls
DVD-Audio

Speakers

8
9
6

Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation

Fully automatic headlights
Delay-off headlights
Front fog lights $1,600
Variably intermittent wipers
Trip computer
Tachometer
Compass
Outside temperature display
Low tire pressure warning
Rear window defroster

Powertrain

Sequential sport shift $1,100 $1,100 $1,100
Drive type:front-wheel
Fuel tank capacity:18.5gal.
Compressor:intercooled turbo
Mode select transmission $1,100 $1,100 $1,100
Variable valve control
Block heater

Cylinder configuration

V-6
I-4
I-5

Engine liters

3.6
2.5
2.0

Fuel economy city

31mpg
20mpg
30mpg
22mpg

Fuel economy highway

31mpg
28mpg
40mpg
32mpg
43mpg

Horsepower

280hp @ 6,200RPM
170hp @ 5,700RPM
140hp @ 4,000RPM

Number of valves

24
16
20

Recommended fuel

Regular unleaded
Diesel
Premium unleaded

Torque

177 lb.-ft. @ 4,250RPM
236 lb.-ft. @ 1,750RPM
258 lb.-ft. @ 2,500RPM

Transmission

6 speed automatic $1,100 $1,100
6 speed manual
6 speed automatic with auto-shift $1,100
5 speed manual

Safety and Security

Stability control
Security system $325 $325 $325
Immobilizer
Panic alarm
Occupant sensing airbag
Traction control
Dual front side impact airbags
Dual front impact airbags
Brake assist
ABS brakes
Overhead airbag

Seats and Trim

Front center armrest
Leather steering wheel
Leather shift knob
Leather upholstery
Rear seat center armrest
Split folding rear seat
Rear seats:bench
Heated front seats
Power passenger seat
Power driver seat
Front seats:bucket
Max. seating capacity:5

Suspension/Handling

Four wheel independent suspension
Alloy wheels $1,000
Speed-sensing steering
Power steering

Front tires

215/60TR16.0 BSW
215/45TR18.0 BSW $1,300
215/55HR17.0 BSW
215/45HR18.0 BSW $1,300 $1,600

Rear tires

215/45TR18.0 BSW $1,300
215/60TR16.0 BSW
215/45HR18.0 BSW $1,300 $1,600
215/55HR17.0 BSW

Warranty

Corrosion perforation warranty:144 months/ unlimited distance
Roadside assistance coverage:36 months/36,000miles
Powertrain warranty:60 months/60,000miles
Basic warranty:36 months/36,000miles
Maintenance warranty:36 months/36,000miles

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