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2020 Volkswagen Passat

New from

$45,990 excl. on-roads

Review Rating

Very Good

Safety Rating

Warranty

5 year, unlimited km

Fuel Efficiency

6.4 - 6.6 L / 100km

About the Volkswagen Passat

Last updated Sep 28, 2025

The new Volkswagen Passat is a medium-sized car offered in both 4D Sedan and 5D Sedan body styles. Available in Australia from $45,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Business variant and topping out at $48,590 for the Business.

There is 1 variant of the Passat available in Australia and this generation went on sale in November of 2019.

The Volkswagen Passat is only available with an null motor that produces 140kW and 320Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

The new 2020 Passat is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

CarExpert Rating

Very Good

Read the 2020 Volkswagen Passat 140TSI Business review

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Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

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Power to Weight

86.21 - 89.29 kW/t

74.13 kW/t

231.34 kW/t

Boot Space

586 - 650 litres

345 litres

650 litres

Fuel Efficiency

6.4 - 6.6 L/100km

1.6 L/100km

9.9 L/100km

Vehicle Range

1,000 - 1,031 km

606 km

1,235 km

Price

$45,990 - $48,590

$24,890

$138,950

Warranty (Years)

5 years

3 years

7 years

Warranty (Distance)

Unlimited

80,000 km

Unlimited

Service Interval

12 months

6 months

12 months

Volkswagen Passat News

2021 Volkswagen Passat price and specs: Full range returns, 140TSI wagon gone for now

William Stopford

2021 Volkswagen Passat price and specs: Full range returns, 140TSI wagon gone for now

The facelifted Volkswagen Passat is finally touching down in the second quarter of 2021, heralding the return of the Alltrack and 206TSI in an expanded, petrol-only range.

5 Years Ago

Volkswagen Passat sedan, Arteon facing the axe - report

William Stopford

Volkswagen Passat sedan, Arteon facing the axe - report

Soon, if you want a mid-sized Volkswagen passenger car you’ll need to buy either an electric vehicle or a wagon as the company says auf wiedersehen to the Passat sedan and Arteon.

5 Years Ago

Volkswagen Passat: Petrol-only range due early in 2021

James Wong

Volkswagen Passat: Petrol-only range due early in 2021

Volkswagen Australia has indicated an extended Passat range should arrive early next year, headlined by the return of the Alltrack and 206TSI variants.

5 Years Ago

Volkswagen reveals sharp 'Click Frenzy' online specials

James Wong

Volkswagen reveals sharp 'Click Frenzy' online specials

Volkswagen's local division is advertising a trio of very competitive drive-away offers on the Amarok, Crafter and Polo for a very limited time.

5 Years Ago

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2020 Volkswagen Passat Reviews

2020 Volkswagen Passat 140TSI Business review

Mike Costello

Very Good

2020 Volkswagen Passat 140TSI Business review

The updated Volkswagen Passat sedan doesn't set your pulse racing, but it's a supremely comfortable and high-technology mid-sized car for the shrinking few not interested in a family SUV.

5 Years Ago

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2020 Volkswagen Passat Price

Configuration	Price From*
2.0L, 7-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD	$45,990
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD	$46,590
2.0L, 7-speed manual, 5-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD	$47,990
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD	$48,590

*excl. on-roads

All Volkswagen Passat Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2023	$49,790	$68,390
2022	$47,690	$67,690
2021	$46,590	$63,790
2020	$45,990	$48,590
2019	$36,790	$62,290

*excl. on-roads

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2020 Volkswagen Passat Specs

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Business

Audio
- Connection External Aux Jack Front
- Connection External Usb Front
- Connection External Ipod Front
- Number Of Speakers: 8
- Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
- System Colour Screen
- System Digital Media Card
- System Radio Type: Am/fm
- System Touch Screen
Body exterior
- Body Type: Sedan
- Local Body Type: Sedan
- Local Number Of Doors: 4
- Number Of Doors: 4
- Platform Code: Mqb
- Wheelbase Type: Short
Brakes
- Number Of Disc Brakes: 4
- Number Of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 89.29
Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Bluetooth Includes Music Streaming
- Bluetooth Includes Phone Connection
- Cruise Control Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
- Driver Modes Includes Engine Mapping
- Driver Modes Includes Steering
- Driver Vanity Mirror Illuminated
- Driver Vanity Mirror Location: Driver
- Internal Memory Storage Capacity (gb): 10.00
- Media Control Touch Screen
- Memorized Door Mirror Position
- Mobile Integration Android Auto
- Mobile Integration Apple Carplay
- Mobile Integration Mirrorlink
- Navigational Systems Controls: Touch Screen
- Navigational Systems Information Type: 3d And Voice
- Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 8.0
- Parking Assistance Front Location: Front
- Parking Assistance Front Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
- Parking Assistance Rear Location: Rear
- Parking Assistance Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
- Parking Distance System Front Location: Front
- Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor
- Parking Distance System Rear Location: Rear
- Parking Distance System Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
- Parking Distance System Side Location: Side
- Parking Distance System Side Type: Sensor
- Passenger Vanity Mirror Illuminated
- Passenger Vanity Mirror Location: Passenger
- Power Outlet Boot Cargo Location (12v): Boot/cargo
- Power Outlet Front Location (12v): Front
- Power Outlet Rear Location (12v): Rear
- Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Entry
- Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Start
- Smart Card/smart Key Type: Automatic
- Voice Activating System Includes Navigation System
- Voice Activating System Includes Phone
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Measurement Standard: Iso
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 586
- External Dimensions Wall To Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.4
- Front Headroom (mm): 1034
- Front Hip Room (mm): 1506
- Front Track (mm): 1578
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Front (in): 40.7
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear (in): 38.0
- Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front (in): 59.3
- Interior Dimensions Hip Room Rear (in): 59.3
- Overall Height (mm): 1483
- Overall Length (mm): 4775
- Overall Width (mm): 1832
- Rear Headroom (mm): 964
- Rear Hip Room (mm): 1506
- Rear Track (mm): 1562
- Wall To Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11700
- Wheelbase (mm): 2786
Doors
- Driver Door Location: Driver
- Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
- Passenger Door Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
- Rear Driver Door Location: Rear Driver
- Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
- Rear Passenger Door Location: Rear Passenger
- Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Engine
- Bore Engine: 82.5
- Co2 Level (combined): 147
- Compressor: Turbo
- Electrical System Voltage: 12
- Energy Recuperation Engine
- Engine (l): 2.0
- Engine (cc): 1984
- Engine Configuration: In-line
- Number Of Compressors: 1
- Number Of Cylinders: 4
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 4
- Stroke Engine: 84.2
- Variable Valve Timing Camshaft
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 66
- Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 95
- Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
- Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
- Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Instrumentation
- Computer Average Fuel Consumption
- Computer Average Speed
- Computer Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
- Computer Range For Remaining Fuel
- Dashboard Centre 1 Display Screen Location: Dashboard Centre 1
- Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen Display
- Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 8.0
- Instrument Cluster 1 Display Screen Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Alloy Look
- Luxury Trim On Doors: Alloy Look
- Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
- Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
- Upholstery Color: Black
Lights
- Headlight Control Dusk Sensor
- Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Manual
- Headlights Bulb Type High Beam: Led
- Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Led
- Headlights Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
- High Beam Led Lights Location: High Beam
- Led Brake Lights Location: Brake Lights
- Led Lights Daytime Running Location: Day Time Running Lights
- Low Beam Led Lights Location: Low Beam
- Rear Led Lights Location: Rear Lights
Locks
- Power Locks Automatic Locking
- Power Locks Includes Power Windows
- Power Locks Operation: Card Key
Paint
- External Color: Black
- Type: Gloss
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1031
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 6.4
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 15.6
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.2
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 19.2
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 8.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 12.0
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 6.4
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 7.5
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 190
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 140
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 320
- Power Measurement Standard: Eec
- Power Primary Or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4200
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1450
Safety
- Anti Collision System Activates Brake Lights
- Anti Collision System Auto Emergency Braking
- Anti Collision System Brakes At Low Speed: Front And Rear
- Anti Collision System Driver Monitor
- Anti Collision System Pedestrian Cyclist Avoidance System
- Anti Collision System Visual Acoustic Warning
- Autonomous Drive Active Lane Control
- Autonomous Drive Level: 2 - Partial Automation
- Crash Test Results Ancap Date Tested: 20151007
- Crash Test Results Ancap Overall: 5.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Pedestrian: Acceptable
- Crash Test Results Ancap Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
- Crash Test Results Ancap Standard: Ancap
- Crash Test Results Ancap Version Tested: 2.0 Tdi Sedan
- Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
- Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
- Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
- Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
- Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
- Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 3
- Knee Airbags Driver Location: Driver
- Lane Departure Warning Activates Steering
- Number Of Airbags: 9
- Overtaking Sensor Manufacturer Name: Side Assist
- Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Type: Sensor
- Rear Seat Belts Center Seat Position: Centre
- Rear Seat Belts Center Type: 3-point
- Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
- Side Airbag Front Location: Front
- Side Airbag Rear Location: Rear
- Side Curtain Airbag Front And Rear Location: Front And Rear
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Active Massage
- Driver Front Seat Heated
- Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
- Driver Front Seat Location: Driver
- Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-way Memory
- Driver Front Seat Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 7
- Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
- Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
- Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
- Front Rear Seat Facing Direction: Front
- Front Rear Seat Folding: 40/60
- Front Rear Seat Remote Folding
- Front Rear Seat Seating Capacity: 3
- Front Rear Seat Ski Hatch
- Front Rear Seat Type: Bench
- Passenger Front Seat Heated
- Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
- Passenger Front Seat Location: Passenger
- Passenger Front Seat Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 4
- Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
- Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
- Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Seating Configuration: 2+3
Service
- Intermediate Service Distance (km): 15000
- Intermediate Service Period (months): 12
Steering
- Power Steering Vehicle Speed Proportional
- Steering Wheel Height Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Multi Function
- Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
Storage
- Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
- Cup Holders Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
- Refrigerated Storage Glove Compartment Location: Glove Compartment
Suspension
- Suspension Front Location: Front
- Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Front Type: Strut
- Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
- Suspension Rear Location: Rear
- Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Rear Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Rear Type: Multi-link
- Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Transmission
- Drive Driven Wheels: Front
- Limited Slip Differential Front Location: Front
- Limited Slip Differential Front Type: Electronic
- Transmission Automatic Mode
- Transmission Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (dct)
- Transmission Manual Sequential
- Transmission Number Of Speeds: 7
- Transmission Shift Lever Location: Floor
- Transmission Type: Manual
Ventilation
- Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
- Climate Control - Number Of Zones: 3
- Rear Control For Climate Control
- Secondary Ventilation Controls Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
- Secondary Ventilation Controls Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
- Ventilation System Digital Display
- Ventilation System Heater Type: Combustion
Visibility
- Auto-dimming Driver Door Mirrors
- Auto-dimming Passenger Door Mirrors
- Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Driver
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Front Electric Windows: Front
- Heated Driver Door Mirrors/cameras
- Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
- Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights
- Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting For Reverse: Automatic
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers
- Rear Blind Location: Rear
- Rear Blind Type: Electric
- Rear Electric Windows: Rear
- Rear View Mirror/camera Auto Dimming
- Rear View Window Type: Fixed
- Side Blind Location: Side
- Side Blind Type: Manual
Warranty
- Anti-corrosion Distance (km): Unlimited
- Anti-corrosion Duration (months): 144
- Oem Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Oem Powertrain Duration (months): 60
- Roadside Assistance Distance (km): Unlimited
- Roadside Assistance Duration (months): 36
- Total Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Powertrain Duration (months): 60
- Total Whole Vehicle Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Whole Vehicle Duration (months): 60
- Whole Vehicle Oem Distance (km): Unlimited
- Whole Vehicle Oem Duration (months): 60
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
- Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2030
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1568
- Tare Weight (kg): 1511
Wheels
- Front Wheels Location: Front
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 8.0
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
- Front Wheels Tire Location: Front
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
- Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
- Rear Wheels Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
- Rear Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 8.0
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
- Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
- Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235

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2020 Volkswagen Passat Towing Capacity

Year	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
2023	1800Kg	2200Kg
2022	1800Kg	2000Kg
2021	1800Kg	2000Kg
2020	1800Kg	1800Kg
2019	1800Kg	2200Kg

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2020 Volkswagen Passat Gallery

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2020 Volkswagen Passat Fuel Economy

There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Volkswagen Passat

The most fuel efficient Volkswagen Passat is the Business with a 7 SP MANUAL which is powered by a 2.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection and uses 6.4L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

Volkswagen Passat	Fuel Type	Combined
2.0L, 7-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD	Premium Unleaded	6.4 L/100km
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD	Premium Unleaded	6.4 L/100km
2.0L, 7-speed manual, 5-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD	Premium Unleaded	6.6 L/100km
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD	Premium Unleaded	6.6 L/100km

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Cost of ownership

What are the running and servicing costs of a Volkswagen Passat?

The Volkswagen Passat has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.

2020 Volkswagen Passat Warranty

What is the warranty on a Volkswagen Passat?

The Volkswagen Passat offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.