Volkswagen Passat is a five-seat midsize vehicle in the Sedan category. For the 2018 model year, there are seven trim-lines to choose from with two different gas engines that produce from 174 to 280 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $1,950 to $2,600, which over the course of five years will save you $750 in extra fuel spending. It has a 5-stars overall crash safety rating by NHTSA. You can lease a 2018 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T S Auto starting from $89 per month.
According to research by Vehie.com, auto brokers currently offer special lease program on 2018 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T S Auto starting from $89 a month with $2,999 due at signing.
2018 Passat has a relatively long wheelbase ( 110.4 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 3274 - 3571 lbs.
2018 Passat seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Passat ia a class-leader on only two measurements - legs and shoulders - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on head. Trunk volume is the largest among its peers with 15.9 cu. ft.
Trim | 2018 Passat S | 2018 Passat R-Line | 2018 Passat SE | 2018 Passat V6 GT | 2018 Passat SE w/Technology | 2018 Passat SEL Premium | 2018 Passat V6 SEL Premium |
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Starging MSRP | $22,995 | $24,995 | $26,295 | $29,090 | $29,595 | $31,650 | $34,650 |
Engine | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 3.6L V-6 | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo | 3.6L V-6 |
HP | 174 hp | 174 hp | 174 hp | 280 hp | 174 hp | 174 hp | 280 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 25 MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG | 19 MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG | 19 MPG |
Highway | 36 MPG | 36 MPG | 36 MPG | 28 MPG | 36 MPG | 36 MPG | 28 MPG |
Combined | 29 MPG | 29 MPG | 29 MPG | 22 MPG | 29 MPG | 29 MPG | 22 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 | $2,600 | $1,950 | $1,950 | $2,600 |
2018 Passat Sedan comes in seven trim levels, with an average price that is $204 more compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average more powerful engine, Passat
2018 Passat Sedan has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, like all of its peers. However, when it comes to particular tests, it has a higher than average rating only for Side and Pole crash tests. Customers have filed thirty complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also four recalls issued by Volkswagen, which by itself is a relatively low number.