2021
Volkswagen Passat

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$23,995

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Available trims

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2.0T S Auto

Starts at

$23,995

24 City / 36 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

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2.0T SE Auto

Starts at

$26,995

24 City / 36 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

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2.0T R-Line Auto

Starts at

$29,995

24 City / 36 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

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Safety review

Based on the 2021 Volkswagen Passat base trim

NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.

Overall rating: 5/5
Combined side rating front seat: 5/5
Combined side rating rear seat: 5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver: 4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger: 4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating: 4/5
Overall side crash rating: 5/5
Rollover rating: 4/5
Side barrier rating: 5/5

Side barrier rating driver: 5/5
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: 5/5
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

4 years / 50,000 miles

Corrosion

7 years / 100,000 miles

Powertrain

4 years / 50,000 miles

Maintenance

2 years / 20,000 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

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100-plus point inspection

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By Steve from Louisville, Ky

Owns this car

January 13, 2024

Passat is solid and reliable and affordable luxury
The Passat is a solid sedan and very reliable. I like the way it drives and feels on the road. The interior is very good size with more backseat and trunk room by far. The R Line is the best
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 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By Tom Holmes from Windsor Ca

Owns this car

August 31, 2022

Sits too low
I love my Passat SE. My only complaint: being 6'1" I find it somewhat difficult to get in and out of the car. It sits too low. But once in the car it's most comfortable and a pleasure to drive. The driving assists and adaptive curse are marvelous. I think it's one of the nicest looking cars I've ever owned.
Purchased a New car

Used for Having fun

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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By Lmk52 from Lakewood, NJ

Owns this car

April 3, 2021

Most reliable car I have ever owned
This is my 6th or 7th VW Passat - I have lost count but this car continues to go and has never let me down - I wouldn't think of purchasing a different make
Purchased a New car

Used for Having fun

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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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2021 Volkswagen Passat?

The 2021 Volkswagen Passat is available in 3 trim levels:

2.0T R-Line (1 style)
2.0T S (1 style)
2.0T SE (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2021 Volkswagen Passat?

The 2021 Volkswagen Passat offers up to 24 MPG in city driving and 36 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.

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Is the 2021 Volkswagen Passat reliable?

The 2021 Volkswagen Passat has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2021 Volkswagen Passat owners.

Is the 2021 Volkswagen Passat a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2021 Volkswagen Passat. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

5.0 / 5

Based on 3 reviews

Comfort: 5.0
Interior: 4.7
Performance: 4.7
Value: 5.0
Exterior: 5.0
Reliability: 5.0

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2021 Volkswagen Passat