Volkswagen Passat 2012 Owner's Manual
2012 Passat
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Better engineering for you.
German engineering isn’t just about creating a faster car.
Or a tighter ride. Or even the most fuel-efficient engine.
We’re not merely designing the sleekest silhouette. Or the
roomiest cargo space. Or the most breathtaking sunroof.
And even though we place safety at the top of our list, we’re
not in this solely to get recognition for our success. Or
to break records. Or to add extra safety features just to
be safe. At Volkswagen, we’re about all of these things
happening together, beautifully and precisely, to create
a car that’s actually fun to drive. Because we’re not just
making any car, we’re making your car. That’s the power
of German engineering.
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2.5L SE with Sunroof shown in Black
The all-new Passat
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We see your sedan.
And raise you a Volkswagen.
German car companies spare no expense in designing
their cars. And they expect you to spare no expense when
buying them. Well, most of them do. Volkswagen, on the
other hand, lets you do something wonderfully exhilarating:
have your German engineering and afford it too.
Introducing the all-new 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With its
brand-new design that’s sleeker and roomier than ever
before, and your choice of three sporty engines—including
the TDI® Clean Diesel with an industry-leading range of up
to 795 miles and 43 highway mpg*—the all-new Passat is
everything you’ve been looking for in a midsize sedan,
with one significant difference. Everyone will covet your
purchase. So prepare yourself for all the attention.
*2012 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel, manual transmission: 31 city/43 highway mpg EPA estimate. Range based on 43 highway mpg EPA estimate
and an 18.5-gallon fuel tank. Your mileage will vary.
TDI SEL Premium shown in Reflex Silver Metallic and V6 SEL Premium shown in Platinum Gray Metallic with 18" Spokane wheels and Rear Lip Spoiler
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2.5L 170-hp engine, 32 hwy mpg and 592 miles/tank*
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2.0L TDI Clean Diesel, 43 hwy mpg and 795 miles/tank*
3.6L 280-hp engine, 28 hwy mpg and 518 miles/tank*
Performance
Street smart.
Autobahn worthy.
If you’re looking for the exhilarating driving experience
you’ve come to expect from a Volkswagen, the Passat
delivers it in three different engines—the 2.5L, 2.0L
TDI Clean Diesel, and the 3.6L V6. Couple the TDI or
the 3.6L engine with a DSG® transmission with Tiptronic®
and enjoy seamless acceleration and imperceptibly
fast gear changes. Add some stylish new rims, and you
just got yourself a really nice ride.
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2.5L S with Appearance Package shown in Night Blue Metallic
2.5L. If you’d like to strike a sporty balance between efficiency
and power, then the 2.5L 170-hp engine is right for you.
TDI Clean Diesel. If your travels take you far from home, then the
efficiency of a turbo diesel engine should suit you well, especially
at a whopping 795 miles per tank and 43 highway mpg.*
3.6L V6. If you’re looking for the power and oomph of a V6,
then the 3.6L 280-hp engine will make a lasting impression.
*2012 2.5L, automatic transmission: 22 city/32 highway mpg. EPA estimates. Range based on 32 highway mpg EPA estimate
and an 18.5-gallon fuel tank. 2012 TDI Clean Diesel, manual transmission: 31 city/43 highway mpg. EPA estimates. Range
based on 43 highway mpg EPA estimate and an 18.5-gallon fuel tank. 2012 3.6L, automatic transmission: 20 city/28
highway mpg. EPA estimates. Range based on 28 highway mpg EPA estimate and an 18.5-gallon fuel tank. Your mileage
will vary.
TDI Clean Diesel
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2.0L TDI Clean Diesel
T is for Turbo.
Let the Passat TDI Clean Diesel set you free from the filling station. It achieves an astonishing
140 horsepower
236 lbs/ft of torque
43 highway mpg and travels 795 miles* on a single tank without sacrificing one bit of
turbocharged performance. That’s all thanks to its TDI technology that uses a direct injection
system and runs on ultra-low-sulfur diesel, helping reduce sooty emissions by up to 90%
compared to previous diesel engines. You can even choose the available DSG automatic
transmission with Tiptronic to take that turbo engine to a whole new level.
Mileage
highway miles
43
per gallon*
Range
miles per
795
90%
95%
tank*
fewer sooty emissions
than previous diesel engines
less sulfur content in the
ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuel
The low cost of high performance.
Competitive range comparison.*
795
mile
range
688
mile
range
Hyundai
Passat TDI
The TDI Clean Diesel engine was designed and engineered around one simple belief:
driving is more fun than refueling. So besides the reduced emissions and torque-filled
benefits you experience behind the wheel of the Passat TDI, it also saves you money
at the pump.
*Comparisons based on manufacturers’ published data. 2012 Passat 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel, manual transmission: 31 city/43 highway mpg. Range based on 43 highway
mpg EPA estimate and an 18.5-gallon tank. Your mileage will vary. 2011 2.4L Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, automatic transmission: 35 city/40 highway mpg. Range based on
40 highway mpg EPA estimate and a 17.2-gallon tank. 2011 2.5L Nissan Altima Hybrid eCVT transmission: 33 city/33 highway mpg. Range based on 33 highway mpg
EPA estimate and a 20-gallon tank. 2011 2.5L Ford Fusion Hybrid, eCVT transmission: 41 city/36 highway mpg. Range based on 36 highway mpg EPA estimate and a
17.5-gallon tank. 2011 2.4L Honda Accord, automatic transmission: 23 city/34 highway mpg. Range based on 34 highway mpg EPA estimate and an 18.5-gallon tank.
2011 2.4L Toyota Camry Hybrid, eCVT transmission: 31 city/35 highway mpg. Range based on 35 highway mpg EPA estimate and a 17.2-gallon tank. All fuel economy
values unless otherwise noted are EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary.
795
mile
range
Sonata Hybrid
Passat TDI
660
mile
range
Nissan
Altima Hybrid
795
mile
range
Passat TDI
630
mile
range
Ford
Fusion Hybrid
795
mile
range
Passat TDI
629
mile
range
Honda
Accord
CompetitionPassat TDI
795
mile
range
Passat TDI
602
mile
range
Toyota
Camry Hybrid
TDI SEL Premium shown in Tungsten Silver Metallic
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Audio
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Fender
Premium Audio system*
Touchscreen audio system*
SiriusXM Satellite Radio with three-month trial subscription*
You always have a
front row seat.
It’s like sitting center stage at your favorite show. Or
in the best box. Even the “cheap seats” get the goods.
That’s because we partnered with Fender to bring
you concert-quality sound in your Passat. The available
Fender Premium Audio system is designed to fill the
cabin with sound that evokes the raw emotion of a
live performance. Its 400-watt amp, subwoofer, and
eight speakers make any genre of music sound
better than ever. So sit back and enjoy the marriage
of German engineering and the brand that’s known
for starting the rock ’n’ roll revolution. And feel free
to play it loud and proud.
On the available touchscreen stereo you’ve got an in-dash six-CD
changer, AM/FM radio with crystal-clear HD Radio™ technology,
and an SD card reader, all playing tunes through eight speakers.
Plus, all of that music, entertainment, and more can be easily
navigated using the intuitive touchscreen interface right in the dash
of your Passat.
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V6 SEL Premium shown in Cornsilk Beige Leather with Dinamica® inserts
*Feature available on select models.
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