2012 Volkswagen Passat Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2012 Volkswagen Passat lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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1 of 8 Passat 2.5L S Sedan 4D	2 of 8 Passat TDI SE Sedan 4D	3 of 8 Passat 2.5L SE Sedan 4D	4 of 8 Passat 2.5L SEL Sedan 4D	5 of 8 Passat V6 SEL Premium Sedan 4D	6 of 8 Passat V6 SE Sedan 4D	7 of 8 Passat TDI SEL Premium Sedan 4D	8 of 8 Passat 2.5L SEL Premium Sedan 4D
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Fair Market Price
$5,074	$5,580	$5,689	$5,973	$6,038	$6,229	$6,401	$6,999
Fuel Economy
City 22/Hwy 31/Comb 25 MPG	City 30/Hwy 40/Comb 34 MPG	City 22/Hwy 31/Comb 25 MPG	City 22/Hwy 31/Comb 25 MPG	City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG	City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG	City 30/Hwy 40/Comb 34 MPG	City 22/Hwy 31/Comb 25 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas	Diesel	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Diesel	Gas
Horsepower
N/A	140 @ 4000 RPM	N/A	N/A	280 @ 6200 RPM	280 @ 6200 RPM	140 @ 4000 RPM	N/A
Engine
5-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.0L	5-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	5-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	V6, 3.6 Liter	V6, 3.6 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.0 Liter	5-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter
Cargo Volume
15.90 cu ft	15.90 cu ft	15.90 cu ft	15.90 cu ft	15.90 cu ft	15.90 cu ft	15.90 cu ft	15.90 cu ft
Cylinders
5	4	5	5	6	6	4	5
Torque
N/A	236 lb-ft	N/A	N/A	258 lb-ft	258 lb-ft	236 lb-ft	N/A
Turning Circle
36.4 feet	36.4 feet	36.4 feet	36.4 feet	36.4 feet	36.4 feet	36.4 feet	36.4 feet
Curb Weight
3,221 pounds	3,397 pounds	3,221 pounds	3,221 pounds	3,446 pounds	3,446 pounds	3,397 pounds	3,221 pounds

Child Seat Anchors
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Smartphone Interface
Not Available	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry
Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Navigation System
Not Available	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard
Touch Screen Monitor
Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hands Free Phone
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

iPod Connector
Not Available	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard
iPod Interface
Not Available	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard
Premium Radio
Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors
Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard

Torque
Not Available	236 @ 4000 RPM	Not Available	Not Available	258 @ 6200 RPM	258 @ 6200 RPM	236 @ 4000 RPM	Not Available
Top Speed
118 mph	118 mph	118 mph	118 mph	130 mph	130 mph	118 mph	118 mph

Leather Seats
Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Folding Rear Seat
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats
Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat
Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Outlet
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alloy Wheels
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights
Not Available	Optional	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Privacy Glass
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler
Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional

Drivetrain
FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD
Hill Start Assist
Optional	Not Available	Optional	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available
Recommended Fuel
Regular	Diesel	Regular	Regular	Premium	Premium	Diesel	Regular
Stability Control
Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type
Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight
3221 pounds	3397 pounds	3221 pounds	3221 pounds	3446 pounds	3446 pounds	3397 pounds	3221 pounds
Fuel Capacity
18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons
Front Head Room
38.3 inches	38.3 inches	38.3 inches	38.3 inches	38.3 inches	38.3 inches	38.3 inches	38.3 inches
Front Leg Room
42.4 inches	42.4 inches	42.4 inches	42.4 inches	42.4 inches	42.4 inches	42.4 inches	42.4 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance
5.4 inches	5.4 inches	5.4 inches	5.4 inches	5.4 inches	5.4 inches	5.4 inches	5.4 inches
Overall Length
191.6 inches	191.6 inches	191.6 inches	191.6 inches	191.6 inches	191.6 inches	191.6 inches	191.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room
56.9 inches	56.9 inches	56.9 inches	56.9 inches	56.9 inches	56.9 inches	56.9 inches	56.9 inches
Turning Diameter
36.4 feet	36.4 feet	36.4 feet	36.4 feet	36.4 feet	36.4 feet	36.4 feet	36.4 feet
Wheel Base
110.4 inches	110.4 inches	110.4 inches	110.4 inches	110.4 inches	110.4 inches	110.4 inches	110.4 inches
Width with mirrors
72.2 inches	72.2 inches	72.2 inches	72.2 inches	72.2 inches	72.2 inches	72.2 inches	72.2 inches

FAQs

What are the levels of Volkswagen Passats?

The 2012 Volkswagen Passat comes in 8 different trims, ranging from the 2.5L S Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $5,074.00 to the 2.5L SEL Premium Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $6,999.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2012 Passat specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Volkswagen Passat specs page.

What features does the Volkswagen Passat 2012 have?

2012 Volkswagen Passat features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 2012 Passat trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 Volkswagen Passat specs page.

2012 Volkswagen Passat Specs, Features & Options

FAQs

What are the levels of Volkswagen Passats?

What features does the Volkswagen Passat 2012 have?

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