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Condition | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Excellent | $5,450 | $8,565 | ||
Very Good | $5,150 | $8,140 | ||
Good | $4,825 | $7,640 | ||
Fair | $4,000 | $6,415 |
Estimated Trade-In Values for the 2016 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T R-Line Sedan 4D range from about $4,000 to $5,450 depending on vehicle condition. Estimated Private Party Values range from about $6,415 to $8,565 depending on vehicle condition. Valid for ZIP Code 20148 through 7/7/2026.
Curb Weight | 3263 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 102.0 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 38.3 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 42.4 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.4 inches | ||
Overall Length | 191.9 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 56.9 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 15.9 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 36.4 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 110.4 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 72.2 inches |
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
LED Headlights | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
City | 25 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 38 mpg | ||
Combined | 29 mpg |
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
6 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular |
Horsepower | 170 @ 6200 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 184 @ 1500 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, PZEV, 1.8T |
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 12 years / Unlimited miles |
With confident styling that stands the test of time, excellent European driving manners, a huge back seat and a whole bunch of newly available safety and convenience technologies, the 2016 Volkswagen Passat blends a variety of appeal into one affordably priced midsize sedan.
Compared to perennial standouts like the Accord and Camry, resale value and long-term reliability aren’t traditional Passat strong suits. If minimizing overall transportation costs is among your key considerations, your new midsize sedan is probably waiting for you at another dealership.