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Condition | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Excellent | $4,725 | $8,360 | ||
Very Good | $4,475 | $7,935 | ||
Good | $4,175 | $7,460 | ||
Fair | $3,450 | $6,235 |
Estimated Trade-In Values for the 2016 Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium Sedan 4D range from about $3,450 to $4,725 depending on vehicle condition. Estimated Private Party Values range from about $6,235 to $8,360 depending on vehicle condition. Valid for ZIP Code 45219 through 5/25/2026.
Curb Weight | 3571 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 | 20 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 28 mpg | ||
Combined | 23 mpg |
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
6 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Premium | ||
Parking Assist System | Available |
Horsepower | 280 @ 6200 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 258 @ 2500 rpm | ||
Engine | V6, 3.6 Liter |
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.
![]() Used 2016 Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium Sedan 4D | ![]() Used 2016 Chevrolet Cruze | ![]() Used 2017 Hyundai Accent | ![]() Used 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $8,475 | $7,550 | $7,475 | $7,425 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 4.2 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 3.8 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.5 | 3.9 | 4.3 | 4.3 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 30/Hwy 42/Comb 35 MPG | City 26/Hwy 36/Comb 30 MPG | City 23/Hwy 33/Comb 27 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Safety Rating | 5.0 | N/A | 4.0 | 5.0 | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 280 @ 6200 RPM | 153 @ 5600 RPM | 137 @ 6300 RPM | 197 @ 6300 RPM | |
| Engine | V6, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |