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2018 Volkswagen Passat V6 GT Specs

Volkswagen Passat

2018 Volkswagen Passat V6 GT DSG powered by 3.6-liter V6 Gas Engine with 6-Speed Automatic transmission.

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Overview
Select configuration:
$29,145
Starting Price (MSRP)
Engine
3.6-liter V6 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Body Type
Sedan
Seating capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
15.9 ft³
Fuel Economy
City: 19 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

  • Engine
    3.6-liter V6 Gas
  • Horsepower
    280 hp @ 6200 rpm
  • Torque
    258 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm
  • Transmission
    6-Speed Automatic
  • Drivetrain
    Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

  • Steering Type
    Rack-Pinion
  • Turning Diameter
    36.4 ft

Wheels

  • Front Wheel Size
    19" x 8"
  • Rear Wheel Size
    19" x 8"

Suspension

  • Front Suspension
    Strut
  • Rear Suspension
    Multi-Link

Tires

  • Front Tire
    P235/40HR19
  • Rear Tire
    P235/40HR19
  • Spare Tire
    Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

  • Combined
    22 MPG
  • City
    19 MPG
  • Highway
    28 MPG

Emissions

  • CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
    8.0 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

  • Fuel Tank Capacity
    18.5 gallons
  • Cruising Range City
    351.5 miles
  • Cruising Range Highway
    518 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

  • Length
    191.9 in
  • Height
    58.5 in
  • Max Width
    72.2 in
  • Front Width
    62.1 in
  • Rear Width
    61 in
  • Wheelbase
    110.4 in
  • Ground Clearance
    5.4 in

Interior Space

  • Seating Capacity
    5 seater
  • Front Seat Leg Room
    42.4 in
  • Front Seat Headroom
    38.3 in
  • Front Seat Shoulder Room
    56.9 in
  • Rear Seat Leg Room
    39.1 in
  • Rear Seat Headroom
    37.8 in
  • Rear Seat Shoulder Room
    57 in

Weight and Trailing

  • Curb Weight
    3,571 lbs

Cargo Space

  • Trunk Volume
    15.9 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Deep Black Pearl Metallic
  • Platinum Gray Metallic w/Black Roof
  • Pure White w/Black Roof
  • Reflex Silver Metallic w/Black Roof

Standard Interior Materials

  • Titan Black/Moonrock Gray, Perforated V-Tex Leatherette Seating Surfaces

Features and Options

Infotainment

  • HD Radio
    Standard
  • Bluetooth Connection
    Standard
  • Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
    Not Available
  • Premium Sound System
    Not Available
  • Satellite Radio
    Standard
  • Smart Device Integration
    Standard
  • WiFi Hotspot
    Not Available
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
    Standard
  • Entertainment System
    Not Available
  • MP3 Player
    Standard

Interior Trim

  • Bucket Seats
    Standard
  • Cloth Seats
    Not Available
  • Leather Seats
    Not Available
  • Leather Steering Wheel
    Standard
  • Premium Synthetic Seats
    Standard
  • Vinyl Seats
    Not Available
  • Woodgrain Interior Trim
    Not Available
  • Sun/Moonroof
    Standard

Comfort

  • Head-Up Display
    Not Available
  • Navigation System
    Not Available
  • Steering Wheel Audio Controls
    Standard
  • Power Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Power Mirror(s)
    Standard
  • A/C
    Standard
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
    Not Available
  • Automatic Parking
    Not Available
  • Climate Control
    Standard
  • Cooled Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cooled Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cruise Control
    Standard
  • Hands-Free Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Heated Front Seat(s)
    Standard
  • Heated Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Keyless Entry
    Standard
  • Multi-Zone A/C
    Standard
  • Power Driver Seat
    Standard
  • Power Passenger Seat
    Not Available
  • Remote Engine Start
    Not Available
  • Remote Trunk Release
    Not Available
  • Seat Memory
    Not Available
  • Universal Garage Door Opener
    Not Available
  • Seat-Massage
    Not Available
  • Rear A/C
    Not Available
  • Keyless Start
    Standard
  • Navigation from Telematics
    Not Available
  • Telematics
    Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

  • Back-Up Camera
    Standard
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
    Standard
  • Rear Parking Aid
    Not Available
  • Blind Spot Monitor
    Standard
  • Lane Departure Warning
    Not Available
  • Lane Keeping Assist
    Not Available
  • ABS
    Standard
  • Night Vision
    Not Available
  • Tire Pressure Monitor
    Standard
  • Brake Assist
    Standard
  • Stability Control
    Standard
  • Traction Control
    Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

  • Overall Rating
  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
  • Side Crash Rating
  • Rollover Rating

Airbags

  • Driver Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Side Air Bag
    Standard
  • Knee Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Passenger Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Side Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Seatbelt Air Bag
    Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

  • Basic
    6 Years / 72,000 Miles
  • Corrosion
    7 Years / 100,000 Miles
  • Drivetrain
    6 Years / 72,000 Miles
  • Roadside Assistance
    3 Years / 36,000 Miles