These are standard specifications for the 2017 Volkswagen Passat, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 6 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024
Features
Engine Location : | Front |
Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
Body / Chassis : | Unitary construction |
Production Years for Series : | 2012 - 2019 |
Price : | MSRP: $22,440-33,995 |
Weight : | 3172 lbs | 1438.795 kg |
MPG City : | 23 |
MPG Highway : | 34 |
Combined MPG : | 27.00 |
Introduced At : | 2011 Detroit Auto Show |
Performance
Coefficient of Drag : | 0.29 |
Engine & Transmission
Turbocharged Inline 4 | |
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Displacement : | 1798 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L. |
Power : | 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
Torque : | 184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1500 RPM |
Bore : | 3.3 in | 83 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.3 in | 84 mm. |
Compression : | 9.6:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
5 Manual , 6 Automatic
Gear Ratios
1st Gear : | 4.46 |
2nd Gear : | 2.51 |
3rd Gear : | 1.56 |
4th Gear : | 1.14 |
5th Gear : | 0.85 |
6th Gear : | 0.67 |
Handling
Recall
Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
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Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 21V321000 |
Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Touareg GP, Tiguan, Golf A6, E-Golf GP, CCF, 2016-2017 Passat GP, 2018-2019 Golf R GP, and 2018 Atlas vehicles. These internal-use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and may have been modified prior to sale. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of various Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. |
Consequence | Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of injury, crash, or fire. |
Remedy | Volkswagen will repurchase the vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01F1. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
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Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V561000 |
Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R and Atlas, 2017 Golf Alltrack and E-Golf and 2016-2018 Passat vehicles. These internal use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and may have been modified prior to sale. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of various Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. |
Consequence | Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of a crash or injury to vehicle occupants. |
Remedy | Volkswagen will notify owners and will repurchase the vehicles. The recall began October 6, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01E9. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
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Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Mfr Report Date | 20150420 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V389000 |
Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2020 Volkswagen Passat and 2018-2019 Atlas vehicles. The blocking cap disabling the adjustment of the headlight's horizontal aim may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, 'Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.' |
Consequence | Without the blocking cap, the headlight aim can be adjusted out of specification, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. |
Remedy | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, block the headlight horizontal adjustment, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94L9. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
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Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Mfr Report Date | 20160715 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V679000 |
Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements. |
Consequence | If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury. |
Remedy | Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V-329. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER |
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Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Mfr Report Date | 20161026 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V536000 |
Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas and 2017-2018 Volkswagen Passat vehicles. The brake caliper bracket mounting bolts on these vehicles may not have been tightened sufficiently. |
Consequence | The loose brake bracket bolts can allow the caliper to move, reducing braking ability or causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. |
Remedy | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake caliper bracket bolt tightness, replacing and re-torque the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Additionally brake caliper fasteners, bleeder valve, and brake hose bolts will be checked and torqued to the correct specification, if necessary, free of charge. For Passat vehicles, dealers will also inspect the parking brake cable for proper connection, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46H6. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID |
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Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Mfr Report Date | 20170112 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 17V075000 |
Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Passat vehicles. Brake fluid may leak slowly from the some of the brake line connections, resulting in a low brake fluid level. |
Consequence | A low brake fluid level may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Remedy | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake lines, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47N3. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated June 2024
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat has a wheelbase size of 110.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat has a length of 191.60 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat has a width of 72.20 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2017 Volkswagen Passat have?A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat has 38.30 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2017 Volkswagen Passat have?A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat has legroom of 42.40 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat was a Sedan.Q: How much did the 2017 Volkswagen Passat cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat had an MSRP of $22,440 - $$33,995 (USD).Q: What engine did the 2017 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The engine powering the 2017 Volkswagen Passat was a Turbocharged Inline 4 (1798 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1500 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 2017 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 6 speed Automatic.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat has a wheelbase size of 110.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat has a length of 191.60 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat has a width of 72.20 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2017 Volkswagen Passat have?A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat has 38.30 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2017 Volkswagen Passat have?A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat has legroom of 42.40 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat was a Sedan.Q: How much did the 2017 Volkswagen Passat cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat had an MSRP of $22,440 - $$33,995 (USD).Q: What engine did the 2017 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The engine powering the 2017 Volkswagen Passat was a Turbocharged Inline 4 (1798 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 184 Ft-Lbs (249 NM) @ 1500 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 2017 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The 2017 Volkswagen Passat had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 6 speed Automatic.Volkswagen
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