Used 2012 Volkswagen Passat SEL Specs & Features

Starting MSRP

$28,395

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	25 MPG
Drive Type	front wheel drive
Total Seating	5
Cargo Capacity	15.9 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	3,221 lbs.
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	United States

Fuel & MPG

Fuel type	Regular unleaded
EPA city/highway MPG	22/31 MPG
EPA combined MPG	25 MPG

Range in miles (city/hwy)	407.0/573.5 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	18.5 gal.

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Engine

Base engine size	2.5 L
Cylinders	Inline 5
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	170 hp @ 5,700 rpm
Torque	177 lb-ft @ 4,250 rpm
Valves	20
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Drivetrain

Transmission	6-speed automatic
Drive type	Front wheel drive

Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension	Standard
MacPherson strut front suspension	Standard
Front and rear stabilizer bar	Standard

Multi-link rear suspension	Standard

Dimensions

Length	191.6 in.
Overall width without mirrors	72.2 in.
Height	58.5 in.

Wheelbase	110.4 in.
Front track	62.1 in.
Rear track	61.0 in.
EPA interior volume	117.9 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	15.9 cu.ft.
Turning circle	36.4 ft.
Ground clearance	5.4 in.
Curb weight	3,221 lbs.
Country of final assembly	United States

Colors

Exterior Colors	Reflex Silver Metallic Candy White Opera Red Metallic Night Blue Metallic Black Platinum Grey Metallic Glacier Blue Metallic Tungsten Silver Metallic
Interior Colors	Beige, leatherette Titan Black, leatherette Moonrock, leatherette

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	38.3 in.
Front leg room	42.4 in.
Front shoulder room	56.9 in.

Leatherette	Standard
Bucket front seats	Standard
8-way power driver seat	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support	Standard
Multi-level heated driver seat	Standard
Multi-level heated passenger seat	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	37.8 in.
Rear leg room	39.1 in.
Rear shoulder room	57.0 in.

Split-folding rear seatback	Standard
Folding with storage center armrest	Standard

Safety

Post-collision safety system	Standard
Dual front side-mounted airbags	Standard
Front and rear head airbags	Standard

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	Standard
Stability control	Standard
Traction control	Standard
Child seat anchors	Standard
Rear door child safety locks	Standard
4-wheel ABS	Standard
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	Standard
Emergency braking assist	Standard
Electronic brakeforce distribution	Standard
Tire pressure monitoring	Standard
Dusk sensing headlamps	Standard
Auto delay off headlamps	Standard
Daytime running lights	Standard
Turn signal mirrors	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front height adjustable headrests	Standard
Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system	Standard
3 rear headrests	Standard
Rear height adjustable headrests	Standard
Rear center 3-point belt	Standard
Front and rear seatbelt pretensioners	Standard
Emergency interior trunk release	Standard
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard
Engine immobilizer	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM stereo	Standard
Fender premium brand speakers	Standard
9 total speakers	Standard

1 subwoofer(s)	Standard
Auxiliary audio input	Standard
Memory card slot	Standard
Satellite radio satellite radio	Standard
3 months of provided satellite radio service	Standard
Radio data system	Standard
Video monitor	Standard
Diversity antenna	Standard

Power Feature

2 one-touch power windows	Standard
1st row power glass moonroof	Standard
Remote keyless power door locks	Standard

Power mirrors	Standard
Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Tilt and telescopic steering wheel	Standard
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel	Standard
Power steering	Standard

12V rear and 12V cargo area power outlet(s)	Standard
Cruise control	Standard
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)	Standard
Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front and rear door pockets	Standard
Overhead console with storage	Standard
Front seatback storage	Standard
Remote trunk release	Standard
Retained accessory power	Standard
Leather steering wheel	Standard
Dual zone front climate control	Standard
Interior air filtration	Standard
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors	Standard
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror	Standard
Turn signal in mirrors	Standard
Rear floor mats	Standard
Trunk light	Standard
Wood trim on dash	Standard
Front and rear reading lights	Standard

Instrumentation

Trip computer	Standard
Compass	Standard
External temperature display	Standard

Tachometer	Standard
Clock	Standard
Low fuel level warning	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Alloy wheels	Standard
17 in. wheels	Standard
All season tires	Standard

215/55R17 94H tires	Standard
Steel spare wheel	Standard
Temporary spare tire	Standard
Inside mounted spare tire	Standard

Warranty

Basic	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Drivetrain	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Rust	12 yr./ unlimited mi.

Roadside assistance	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Free maintenance	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.

Interior Options

Passat Mat Kit	+$235
Passat Luggage Net	+$95
Passat Trunk Liner	+$125

Exterior Options

Passat Lip Spoiler	+$375

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Used 2012 Volkswagen Passat SEL - Specs & Features