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Condition | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Excellent | $5,235 | $11,490 | ||
Very Good | $4,960 | $10,890 | ||
Good | $4,635 | $10,240 | ||
Fair | $3,810 | $8,565 |
Estimated Trade-In Values for the 2016 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium Sedan 4D range from about $3,810 to $5,235 depending on vehicle condition. Estimated Private Party Values range from about $8,565 to $11,490 depending on vehicle condition. Valid for ZIP Code 27576 through 5/15/2026.
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Fog Lights | Available | ||
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | Available | ||
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 | ||
Parking Assist System | Available |
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.
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| Price | $11,650 | $9,700 | $10,200 | $10,400 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.1 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.5 | 4.6 | 3.9 | 4.1 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 25/Hwy 38/Comb 29 MPG | City 0/Hwy 0/Comb 42 MPG | City 0/Hwy 0/Comb 97 MPGe | City 28/Hwy 38/Comb 33 MPG | City 27/Hwy 39/Comb 31 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Hybrid | Gas | Gas | |
| Safety Rating | 5.0 | N/A | 5.0 | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 170 @ 6200 RPM | 188 @ 6000 RPM | 153 @ 5600 RPM | 182 @ 6000 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, PZEV, 1.8T | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |