2017 Volkswagen Passat: What's New
Vehicle Overview
What it is: Volkswagen updated its Passat family sedan last year. Outside, the five-seat Passat received new front and rear styling; inside, it gained an updated version of Volkswagen’s multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Competitors include the Ford Fusion, Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.
New for 2017
Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking is now standard. The R-Line trim level adds a touch-screen stereo with USB connectivity and satellite radio, a blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert, a power driver’s seat, simulated leather upholstery and heated front seats.
Significant Standard Features
- 170-horsepower, turbocharged 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine
- Six-speed automatic transmission
- Front-wheel drive
- Tilt and telescoping steering wheel
- Remote keyless entry
- Automatic air conditioning
- Cruise control
- Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
- 280-hp, 3.6-liter V-6
- Heated side mirrors
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Power moonroof
- Navigation system
- Leather upholstery
- Heated front and rear seats
- Adaptive cruise control
- Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert
