2019 Passat Exterior

The 2019 VW Passat prides itself on its ability to provide a comfortable and safe driving experience while cruising so far under the radar that you'd probably get hit by one even if you were staring straight at it. To its credit, Volkswagen has attempted to give the Passat a bit of added street cred by offering the SE R-line with some flashy wheels and sporty exterior bits. Wolfsburg cars get standard automatic headlights, heated and powered side mirrors and a set of 17-inch ten-spoke alloy wheels. Step up to the SE R-Line, and you'll get LED headlights with daytime running lights and taillights, rain-sensing window wipers and a power tilt/slide sunroof. The SE R-Line also gets a hands-free trunk liftgate and a rear sports valance, which gives the sporty Passat a bit more bite in the bum area. The SE R-Line rolls on a set of 19-inch twin five-spoke wheels.

2019 Passat Exterior Photos

Dimensions

The Passat is classified as a mid-size family sedan, and comparing it to the likes of the VW Jetta or Audi A4 makes it clear that it's a sizable car. Total length is measured at 191.9 inches which is 5.8 inches longer than the A4, and 6.8 inches lengthier than its smaller sibling the Jetta. The Audi A4 is 0.3 inches wider at 72.5 inches, and the Passat is 58.5 inches tall. Despite being the longest car in this comparison, the Passat rolls on a 110.4-inch wheelbase, 0.6 shorter than that of the Audi. Another measurement that clearly displays the Passat's significant size difference over the Jetta is its starting curb weight of 3,285 lbs, which is near on 400 pounds heavier.

2019 Volkswagen Passat Exterior Dimensions:

Volkswagen Passat Trims2.0T Wolfsburg Edition2.0T SE R-Line
Max Width72.2 in.72.2 in.
Length191.9 in.191.9 in.
Height58.5 in.58.5 in.
Wheelbase110.4 in.110.4 in.


2019 Volkswagen Passat Weight Information:

Volkswagen Passat TrimsCurb Weight
2.0T Wolfsburg Edition3,285 lbs.
2.0T SE R-Line3,285 lbs.


2019 Volkswagen Passat Tires:

Front TireP215/55HR17
Rear TireP215/55HR17
Spare TireCompact


2019 Volkswagen Passat Wheels:

Wheels TypeAluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size17" x 7"


Exterior Colors

As if the Passat wasn't invisible enough, Volkswagen USA thought it good to offer the 2019 model in some rather bland hues. The bases are covered by Pure White, Reflex Silver Metallic, and Deep Black Pearl, but things get a bit more adventurous with Fortana Red, Tourmaline Blue or Platinum Gray. The seventh color and the newest addition to the family is Terra Brown Metallic, it looks great and gives the Passat a more upmarket look too.