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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| Fair Market Price | $5,175 | $5,650 | $6,350 | $6,475 | $6,825 | $6,975 | $6,975 | $7,525 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 22/Hwy 31/Comb 25 MPG | 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 30/Hwy 40/Comb 34 MPG | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Diesel | Gas | Gas | Gas | Diesel | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | N/A | N/A | 140 @ 4000 RPM | N/A | N/A | 280 @ 6200 RPM | 140 @ 4000 RPM | 280 @ 6200 RPM | ||
| Engine | 5-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter | 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 | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.0 Liter | V6, 3.6 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 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 6 | ||
| Torque | N/A | N/A | 236 lb-ft | N/A | N/A | 258 lb-ft | 236 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | ||
| 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 | 3,221 pounds | 3,397 pounds | 3,221 pounds | 3,221 pounds | 3,446 pounds | 3,397 pounds | 3,446 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 | Not Available | 236 @ 4000 RPM | Not Available | Not Available | 258 @ 6200 RPM | 236 @ 4000 RPM | 258 @ 6200 RPM | ||
| Top Speed | 118 mph | 118 mph | 118 mph | 118 mph | 118 mph | 130 mph | 118 mph | 130 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 | Not Available | Optional | 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 | Optional | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Regular | Regular | Diesel | Regular | Regular | Premium | Diesel | Premium | ||
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Curb Weight | 3221 pounds | 3221 pounds | 3397 pounds | 3221 pounds | 3221 pounds | 3446 pounds | 3397 pounds | 3446 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 $5,175.00 to the V6 SEL Premium Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $7,525.00. 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.
All 2012 Volkswagen Passat Trims and Styles
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