2012 Volkswagen Passat Features And Specs

Year

Style, Configuration, Engine Options

Trim

Jetta 4dr Auto SEL PZEV Sedan Package Includes

  • Interior

  • 6-way manual heated front bucket seats -inc

    rear-impact optimized height-adjustable locking head restraints, driver lumbar adjustment

  • 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat -inc

    height-adjustable head restraints for all seating positions, center armrest w/(2) cup holders, pass-thru

  • Leatherette seat trim

  • Front center console w/armrest & storage

  • (2) front cup holders

  • Carpeted front/rear floor mats

  • Tilt/telescoping leather-wrapped 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel -inc

    theft-deterrent steering column

  • Instrumentation -inc

    speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, fuel gauge, gear indicator, outside temp, seatbelt reminder, fuel cap seal indicator, warning lights, digital clock, white & red illumination, headlights-on warning tone

  • Multi-function trip computer -inc

    trip time, trip length, average trip speed, average trip fuel consumption, current fuel consumption, miles to empty

  • Pwr windows -inc

    front/rear 1-touch auto up/down, pinch protection, key-operated open/close feature

  • Pwr door locks -inc

    auto-lock, front/rear central locking controls, auto-unlock upon airbag deployment

  • Remote keyless entry -inc

    (2) folding keys, remote push-button start

  • Cruise control

  • Immobilizer theft-deterrent system

  • RNS315 navigation system -inc

    SD memory card reader

  • Manual air conditioning -inc

    front vents, pollen filter

  • Rear window defroster

  • Lockable illuminated glove box

  • Front/rear door storage pockets

  • Front passenger seatback storage pocket

  • Chrome accents

  • Leatherette door panel inserts

  • Front/rear door panel armrests

  • Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors

  • Assist handles -inc

    (2) front, (2) rear

  • Lighting -inc

    front center dome light, luggage compartment light

  • Leather-wrapped shift knob & handbrake grip

  • Fully carpeted/lined luggage compartment

  • Exterior

  • 17\ x 7.0\ \Joda\ alloy wheels

  • All-season tires

  • Body-color bumpers

  • Chrome window trim

  • Plastic loading edge protection

  • Chrome grille

  • Dual-reflector halogen headlamps

  • Fog lamps

  • Body-color heated pwr mirrors w/integrated turn signals

  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers -inc

    heated washer nozzles

  • Body-color door handles

  • Entertainment

  • Premium VIII AM/FM stereo w/MP3/6-disc in-dash CD changer -inc

    (6) speakers, SD memory card reader, touch-screen control, Fender premium audio w/subwoofer, media device interface (MDI) w/iPod cable

  • Aux input

  • Window diversity antenna

  • SIRIUS satellite radio -inc

    3-month complimentary subscription, roof-mounted antenna

  • Bluetooth connectivity

  • Engine

  • Engine Order Code

    NA

  • Engine Type and Required Fuel

    Gas I5

  • Displacement (liters/cubic inches)

    2.5L/151

  • Fuel System

    Electronic Fuel Injection

  • Maximum Horsepower @ RPM

    170 @ 5700

  • Maximum Torque @ RPM

    177 @ 4250

  • Cooling System Capacity (quarts)

    8.9

  • Electrical

  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F

    NA

  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

    140

  • Safety

  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

  • Electronic stability control (ESC)

  • Anti-intrusion side-impact door beams

  • Daytime running lights

  • Dual front airbags w/passenger occupant detection

  • Driver & front passenger side thorax airbags

  • Driver & front passenger side curtain airbags

  • 3-point safety belts in all seating positions -inc

    emergency locking retractors (ELR), front pretensioners w/load limiters, front height adjustment

  • Rear child door locks

  • Rear seat lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)

  • Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

  • Trunk escape handle

  • Steering

  • Steering Type

    Pwr Rack & Pinion

  • Steering Ratio (:1)

    16.4

  • Turns, lock to lock

    3.0

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)

    36.4

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)

    NA

  • Mechanical

  • 2.5L DOHC SMPI I5 PZEV engine

  • 6-speed automatic transmission

  • Front electronic differential lock (EDL)

  • Front wheel drive

  • Independent MacPherson strut front suspension -inc

    coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, stabilizer bar

  • Twin-beam rear suspension -inc

    coil springs, telescopic pressurized gas shock absorbers, stabilizer bar

  • Hydraulic pwr rack & pinion steering

  • Front/rear disc pwr brakes

  • Dual exhaust tips

  • Suspension

  • Front Suspension Type

    McPherson Strut

  • Rear Suspension Type

    Torsion Beam

  • Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Towing

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Transmission

  • Transmission Order Code

    NA

  • Transmission Description

    Automatic w/manual shift

  • Number of Transmission Speeds

    6

  • First Gear Ratio (:1)

    4.04

  • Second Gear Ratio (:1)

    2.37

  • Third Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.56

  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.16

  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.85

  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.67

  • Reverse Ratio (:1)

    3.19

  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

    3.50

  • Clutch Size

    NA

  • Vehicle

  • EPA Classification

    Compact Cars

  • Drivetrain

    Front Wheel Drive

  • Warranty

  • 3 Basic Years / 36,000 Basic Miles

  • 5 Drivetrain Years / 60,000 Drivetrain Miles

  • 12 Corrosion Years / Unlimited Corrosion Miles

  • 3 Roadside Assistance Years / 36,000 Roadside Assistance Miles

  • 3 Maintenance Years / 36,000 Maintenance Miles

  • Brakes

  • Brake Type

    Pwr

  • Anti-Lock-Braking System

    4-Wheel

  • Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    11.3 x 1.0

  • Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    10.7 x 0.4

  • Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

    NA