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  • 4dr Sdn 2.5L Manual S
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    $20,590
    22 City / 32 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas I5
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.5L Auto S
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    $21,690
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas I5
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.5L Auto S w/Appearance
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    $22,690
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas I5
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.5L Manual SE
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    $23,725
    22 City / 32 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas I5
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.5L Auto SE PZEV
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    $24,825
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas I5
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.5L Auto SE
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    $24,825
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas I5
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.5L Auto SE w/Sunroof
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    $25,625
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas I5
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.5L Auto SE w/Sunroof PZEV
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    $25,625
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.0L Manual TDI SE
    Starts at
    $25,995
    31 City / 43 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Diesel I4
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.5L Auto SE w/Sunroof & Nav
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    $26,795
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas I5
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.0L DSG TDI SE w/Sunroof
    Starts at
    $27,895
    30 City / 40 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Turbocharged Diesel I4
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.5L Auto SEL
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    $28,395
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas I5
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  • 4dr Sdn 3.6L V6 DSG SE w/Sunroof
    Starts at
    $28,995
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas V6
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.0L DSG TDI SE w/Sunroof & Nav
    Starts at
    $29,495
    30 City / 40 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Diesel I4
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.5L Auto SEL Premium
    Starts at
    $29,895
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas I5
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  • 4dr Sdn 3.6L V6 DSG SE w/Sunroof & Nav
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    $30,595
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas V6
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.0L DSG TDI SEL Premium
    Starts at
    $32,195
    30 City / 40 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Diesel I4
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  • 4dr Sdn 3.6L V6 DSG SEL Premium
    Starts at
    $32,950
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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Notable features

Redesigned for 2012
Choice of three engines, including a diesel
Standard dual-zone automatic A/C
Optional Fender stereo
Built in America

The good & the bad

The good

Comfortable, composed ride
Five-cylinder drivetrain's refinement
Diesel rated at 43 mpg highway
Roomy cabin, especially backseat
More competitive pricing

The bad

Steering lacks road feel
Hesitation with optional dual-clutch transmission
Five-cylinder's high-speed passing power
V-6 needs premium gas

Expert 2012 Volkswagen Passat review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
By Sara Lacey
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our expert's take


The 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI is a midsize sedan that’s filled with the extras a family will appreciate, including its turbocharged diesel engine, high fuel-economy numbers, lower starting price and plenty of backseat legroom for child-safety seats or gangly teens.

This car could fit a family — no matter the age of the kids. It fits rear-facing infant-safety and convertible seats easily, and it has plenty of legroom for tweens and teens. With its top safety ratings, it also would make a good car for a first-time driver.

The redesigned Passat TDI’s 140-horsepower, turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine is powerful but not peppy and unharnessed like most turbo diesels. It was much more civilized, and the power kicked in at higher rpms but not off the line.

When paired with a six-speed manual transmission, the Passat TDI gets an EPA-estimated 31/43 mpg city/highway. With a dual-clutch automatic manual transmission, it gets 30/40 mpg. The one quirk I experienced with the Passat TDI is I could hear the fuel sloshing in the tank — both when I was inside and outside of the car.

The 2012 Passat with a gas engine starts at $19,995, but a TDI SE has a starting MSRP of $25,995. My top-of-the-line diesel, the Passat TDI SEL, cost $32,195.

EXTERIOR
The Passat’s redesign looks clean and crisp, especially from the side and rear with its tapered taillights. From the front, I have to confess that I’m not a fan; the grille doesn’t look modern or forward-thinking.

Getting into and out of the five-seat sedan is a piece of cake. The door pulls are easy to use, and the doors themselves are lightweight. As with most sedans, the Passat has a low rear roofline so getting small kids in and out of child-safety seats will be more trying than with most crossovers or SUVs.

The Passat’s trunk is downright cavernous. It could handle a grocery haul or all the bags from a multiday getaway with ease. Even large strollers would work just fine in this sedan.

The Passat TDI has a 140-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter diesel four-cylinder engine that can be paired with a standard six-speed manual or optional DSG dual-clutch automatic manual transmission.

SENSE AND STYLE
Family Friendly (Not Really, Fair, Great, Excellent): Great
Fun-Factor (None, Some, Good Times, Groove-On): Some-Good Times

INTERIOR
The Passat’s interior has just the right amount of faux wood trim and chrome and metal-like accents. My test car had leather seats with simulated suede inserts and a touch-screen that was easy to use. Right now, I appreciate things that are easier to use, not more complicated. There are a lot of buttons, knobs and gauges in the Passat TDI, but they’re all clearly marked and well-laid out.

The cabin has several covered storage areas, which helps to keep it looking good. The front row’s cupholders and a small bin, which can hold a gadget or two, all have doors that can hide the clutter. The center console is large enough for a wallet, pack of tissues and maybe a couple other items.

My top-of-the-line diesel Passat had a standard Fender stereo system with nine speakers that sounded terrific, but it reminded me that I wasn’t driving around in an as-advertised Passat with the entry level price of $19,995.

In the backseat, the armrest folds down to reveal a small storage bin and two cupholders. There are also storage pockets in the doors; my kids used them often.

Legroom is great in the Passat, both in the front and in the back. My daughter, 6, uses a booster seat, but she’s just tall enough that the edge of the seat hits her at mid-calf, forcing her legs forward at an awkward angle. This odd but unavoidable positioning causes her to need more legroom than most. The Passat TDI easily accommodated her.

IT’S THE LITTLE THINGS THAT COUNT
Storage Compartments (Puny, Fair, Ample, Galore): Ample
Cargo/Trunk Space (Puny, Fair, Ample, Galore): Ample

SAFETY
The 2012 VW Passat has been named a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. To earn this safety nod, a car must receive the top score of Good in front-, side-impact, rear and roof-strength crash tests. It also received the top overall score of five stars out of five from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It earned five stars in frontal and side crash tests and four stars in the rollover crash test.

Standard safety features in the Passat TDI are front-wheel drive, all-disc antilock brakes with brake assist, active front head restraints, an electronic stability system with traction control, and six airbags, including curtains for both rows. It also has the Intelligent Crash Response system, which will unlock the doors, turn on the hazard lights and cut the fuel line off from the gas tank after a collision.

The Passat TDI has two sets of lower Latch anchors in the outboard seats. The Latch anchors were easy to use because they nearly stuck out from the seat bight, where the back and bottom seat cushions meet. The space hogs of the child-safety-seat world are the rear-facing infant and convertible seats. Both of them fit well in the Passat TDI. See Cars.com’s Car Seat Check on the Passat for more child-safety seat info.

Get more safety information about the 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI here.

2012 Volkswagen Passat review: Our expert's take
By Sara Lacey


The 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI is a midsize sedan that’s filled with the extras a family will appreciate, including its turbocharged diesel engine, high fuel-economy numbers, lower starting price and plenty of backseat legroom for child-safety seats or gangly teens.

This car could fit a family — no matter the age of the kids. It fits rear-facing infant-safety and convertible seats easily, and it has plenty of legroom for tweens and teens. With its top safety ratings, it also would make a good car for a first-time driver.

The redesigned Passat TDI’s 140-horsepower, turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine is powerful but not peppy and unharnessed like most turbo diesels. It was much more civilized, and the power kicked in at higher rpms but not off the line.

When paired with a six-speed manual transmission, the Passat TDI gets an EPA-estimated 31/43 mpg city/highway. With a dual-clutch automatic manual transmission, it gets 30/40 mpg. The one quirk I experienced with the Passat TDI is I could hear the fuel sloshing in the tank — both when I was inside and outside of the car.

The 2012 Passat with a gas engine starts at $19,995, but a TDI SE has a starting MSRP of $25,995. My top-of-the-line diesel, the Passat TDI SEL, cost $32,195.

EXTERIOR
The Passat’s redesign looks clean and crisp, especially from the side and rear with its tapered taillights. From the front, I have to confess that I’m not a fan; the grille doesn’t look modern or forward-thinking.

Getting into and out of the five-seat sedan is a piece of cake. The door pulls are easy to use, and the doors themselves are lightweight. As with most sedans, the Passat has a low rear roofline so getting small kids in and out of child-safety seats will be more trying than with most crossovers or SUVs.

The Passat’s trunk is downright cavernous. It could handle a grocery haul or all the bags from a multiday getaway with ease. Even large strollers would work just fine in this sedan.

The Passat TDI has a 140-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter diesel four-cylinder engine that can be paired with a standard six-speed manual or optional DSG dual-clutch automatic manual transmission.

SENSE AND STYLE
Family Friendly (Not Really, Fair, Great, Excellent): Great
Fun-Factor (None, Some, Good Times, Groove-On): Some-Good Times

INTERIOR
The Passat’s interior has just the right amount of faux wood trim and chrome and metal-like accents. My test car had leather seats with simulated suede inserts and a touch-screen that was easy to use. Right now, I appreciate things that are easier to use, not more complicated. There are a lot of buttons, knobs and gauges in the Passat TDI, but they’re all clearly marked and well-laid out.

The cabin has several covered storage areas, which helps to keep it looking good. The front row’s cupholders and a small bin, which can hold a gadget or two, all have doors that can hide the clutter. The center console is large enough for a wallet, pack of tissues and maybe a couple other items.

My top-of-the-line diesel Passat had a standard Fender stereo system with nine speakers that sounded terrific, but it reminded me that I wasn’t driving around in an as-advertised Passat with the entry level price of $19,995.

In the backseat, the armrest folds down to reveal a small storage bin and two cupholders. There are also storage pockets in the doors; my kids used them often.

Legroom is great in the Passat, both in the front and in the back. My daughter, 6, uses a booster seat, but she’s just tall enough that the edge of the seat hits her at mid-calf, forcing her legs forward at an awkward angle. This odd but unavoidable positioning causes her to need more legroom than most. The Passat TDI easily accommodated her.

IT’S THE LITTLE THINGS THAT COUNT
Storage Compartments (Puny, Fair, Ample, Galore): Ample
Cargo/Trunk Space (Puny, Fair, Ample, Galore): Ample

SAFETY
The 2012 VW Passat has been named a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. To earn this safety nod, a car must receive the top score of Good in front-, side-impact, rear and roof-strength crash tests. It also received the top overall score of five stars out of five from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It earned five stars in frontal and side crash tests and four stars in the rollover crash test.

Standard safety features in the Passat TDI are front-wheel drive, all-disc antilock brakes with brake assist, active front head restraints, an electronic stability system with traction control, and six airbags, including curtains for both rows. It also has the Intelligent Crash Response system, which will unlock the doors, turn on the hazard lights and cut the fuel line off from the gas tank after a collision.

The Passat TDI has two sets of lower Latch anchors in the outboard seats. The Latch anchors were easy to use because they nearly stuck out from the seat bight, where the back and bottom seat cushions meet. The space hogs of the child-safety-seat world are the rear-facing infant and convertible seats. Both of them fit well in the Passat TDI. See Cars.com’s Car Seat Check on the Passat for more child-safety seat info.

Get more safety information about the 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI here.

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Safety review

Based on the 2012 Volkswagen Passat base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
4/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
4/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.7%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
4/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.7%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
MY 2016-MY 2017 vehicles / 75,000 miles; MY 2018- MY 2019 vehicles / 72,000 miles; MY 2020 and newer vehicles / 75,000 miles
Basic
Vehicles purchased on or after 1 / 5 / 21: MY 2017 & older, 2 yrs / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2018-19, 1 yr / 12,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2020 & newer, 2 years / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty
Dealer certification
100-plus point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.7 / 5
Based on 137 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.5
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

  • A lot of bang for the buck

    I bought the 2012 in 2018 with about 80k on the odometer. Put 20k per year and only had 1 minor maintenance issue (other than wear items ) with a power steering leak that was not an expensive fix. Averaged 30 MPG and had plenty of power and handling to make driving it fun and confident. Really great on long trips. Has a huge back seat and large trunk. I gave it to my college student son and bought another used Passat for us.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Reasonably Priced

    This car met most of my needs. So far seems reliable. For the year make in flattered with all the updated features that's comes with this car. The only downside is it doesn't have a navigation system.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Very reliable

    This car meets my needs very spacious and drives great this is a very stylish looking car it has not giving me any issues I will highly recommended
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Sweet ride.

    Excellent car. Solid and handles great. Loving it so far. Just need to add a little hp. Can’t wait to customize it with some cool mods.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Reliable vehicle with steady and smooth drive

    This car met all my needs. It has legrooms front and back. The remote car key entry is a convenient feature. Bluetooth technology fo a hands free phone calls.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Best car I ever owned

    195,000 problem free miles. Natural aspiration is the way to go. Car will go another 100k. Seats last forever. Easy on tires. Easy on brakes
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Amazing value and comfort

    I had been looking at cars while and finally settled on the Passat TDI. This car is amazing. Extremely comfortable to drive, great gas mileage, and lots of options. I went with the SEL premium trim to get all the features. I was also looking at a Volvo S60 and find the comfort to be very similar. Seats are great and very smooth ride. Glad I went with the VW. It’s not a speed demon, but you don’t buy this car for that.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • great value for the money

    sleek styling, great gas mileage, good performance. Bought with hail damage so it had low miles but works just fine. The hail dents are barely noticeable due to the white color.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
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  • Great Car

    This is really a great car. Previous owner took great care. Still looks brand new on the inside. Drives fantastic and has features l didn't even know it had.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • This thing wants to go!

    Bought the TDI Passat. She really wants to go. So smooth and stylish and getting awesome gas mileage. Gonna definitely own this one for along time.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Great Car.

    This car meets all my needs. I I totally wanted an SUV but I settled on this for budget reasons and I am glad I did cause this car is amazing.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Great gas mileage

    Great car. I did purchase this car used. I couldn't believe the dealers pricing,warranty, and above all the interior and exterior of the vehicle. It was in great shape..
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2012 Volkswagen Passat?

The 2012 Volkswagen Passat is available in 11 trim levels:

  • S (2 styles)
  • S w/Appearance (1 style)
  • SE (3 styles)
  • SE w/Sunroof (3 styles)
  • SE w/Sunroof & Nav (2 styles)
  • SEL (1 style)
  • SEL Premium (2 styles)
  • TDI SE (1 style)
  • TDI SE w/Sunroof (1 style)
  • TDI SE w/Sunroof & Nav (1 style)
  • TDI SEL Premium (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2012 Volkswagen Passat?

The 2012 Volkswagen Passat offers up to 22 MPG in city driving and 32 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2012 Volkswagen Passat?

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Is the 2012 Volkswagen Passat reliable?

The 2012 Volkswagen Passat has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Volkswagen Passat owners.

Is the 2012 Volkswagen Passat a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 96.4% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 137 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.5
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.7

Volkswagen Passat history

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