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Volkswagen Passat Base (2017) price & specs
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Overview
The 2017 Volkswagen Passat Base is a front-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 1st August 2016 classified as a B8. The Volkswagen Passat is regarded as a medium-sized car built in Germany with prices starting at $35,490 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Passat is powered by a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine that has 132 kW of power (at 5100 rpm) and 250 Nm of torque (at 1250 rpm) via a 7 SP MANUAL transmission. Volkswagen claims the Passat Base uses 6.0L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 136g of CO2. It has a 59L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 983km per full tank
The Volkswagen Passat measures 1456mm (57.3 inches) in height, 4767mm (187.7 inches) in length, 1832mm (72.1 inches) in width with a 2791mm (109.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1502kg (3311.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The Passat Base comes standard with 215/55 R17 front tyres and 215/55 R17 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2017 Volkswagen Passat Base has a 145mm ground clearance with a 1800kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
85.71 - 125.53 kW/t
67.44 kW/t
125.53 kW/t
Boot Space
586 - 650 litres
457 litres
650 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.8 - 7.4 L/100km
4.7 L/100km
9.9 L/100km
Vehicle Range
808 - 1,375 km
606 km
1,375 km
Price
$35,490 - $59,990
$22,990
$59,990
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,030 - 2,170 kg
1,805 kg
2,320 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,800 - 2,200 kg
1,200 kg
2,200 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
145 mm
125 mm
171 mm
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Dimensions
4,767 mm
1,832 mm
1,456 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,767 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,832 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,456 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,791 mm |
| Load Capacity | 528 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Passat Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Cruise Control
Manufacturer Name: Adaptive Cruise Control
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Manufacturer Name: Driving Profile Selection
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Mirrorlink: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 136
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 1798
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.8
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 84.2
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.6
Main Capacity (L): 59
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.0
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Screen Size (in): 6.5
Touch Screen: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 983
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 611
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 16.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 47
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 39
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 19.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 54
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 45
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 32
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.0
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 232
Maximum Speed (mph): 144
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 180
Maximum Power (kW): 132
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5100
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1250
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: MQB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 40.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 1152
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 20.7
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 586
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 62.4
Front Track (mm): 1586
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 145
Overall Height (in): 57.3
Overall Height (mm): 1456
Overall Length (in): 187.7
Overall Length (mm): 4767
Overall Width (in): 72.1
Overall Width (mm): 1832
Rear Track (in): 61.8
Rear Track (mm): 1570
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11700
Wheelbase (in): 109.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2791
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.7
Front Headroom (mm): 1034
Rear Headroom (in): 38.0
Rear Headroom (mm): 964
Front Hip Room (in): 59.3
Front Hip Room (mm): 1506
Rear Hip Room (in): 59.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1506
Front Leg Room (in): 41.1
Front Leg Room (mm): 1045
Rear Leg Room (in): 38.3
Rear Leg Room (mm): 973
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3968
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2030
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4475
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1502
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3311
Tare Weight (kg): 1450
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20151007
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Acceptable
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0 Tdi Sedan
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Manufacturer Name: Side Assist
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Manufacturer Name: Rear Traffic Alert
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 3
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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