2012 Volkswagen Passat S

Exterior Features

• Front Bumper Color: Body-Color
• Mirror Color: Body-Color
• Door Handle Color: Body-Color
• Body Side Moldings: Body-Color
• Grille Color: Chrome
• Window Trim: Black

Comfort Features

• Door Trim: Cloth
• Armrests: Front Center

Air Conditioning

• Front Air Conditioning: Automatic Climate Control
• Front Air Conditioning Zones: Dual
• Rear Vents: Second Row
• Air Filtration

Convenience Features

• Cupholders: Front
• Steering Wheel: Tilt And Telescopic
• Center Console: Front Console With Storage
• Power Outlet(s): 12V Cargo Area
• One-Touch Windows: 1
• Reading Lights: Front
• Power Outlet(s): 12V Rear
• Cruise Control
• Multi-Function Remote: Keyless Entry
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Audio
• Vanity Mirrors: Dual
• Power Outlet(s): 12V Front
• Assist Handle: Rear
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Phone
• Storage: Front Seatback
• Assist Handle: Front
• Storage: Cargo Tie-Down Anchors And Hooks
• Storage: Door Pockets
• Cupholders: Rear
• Multi-Function Remote: Trunk Release

Suspension

• Front Suspension Classification: Independent
• Rear Suspension Classification: Independent
• Rear Suspension Type: Multi-Link
• Front Stabilizer Bar
• Rear Stabilizer Bar
• Front Spring Type: Coil
• Front Suspension Type: Lower Control Arms
• Rear Shock Type: Gas
• Front Shock Type: Gas
• Front Struts

Brakes

• Rear Brake Type: Disc
• Front Brake Width: 1
• Rear Brake Diameter: 10.7
• Rear Brake Width: 1
• Front Brake Diameter: 12.3
• Front Brake Type: Ventilated Disc
• Braking Assist
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
• ABS: 4-Wheel

Stability and Traction

• Stability Control
• Traction Control

Engine

• Alternator: 140 Amps

Audio System

• Antenna Type: Diversity
• In-Dash CD: Single Disc
• In-Dash CD: MP3 Playback
• Total Speakers: 6
• Radio: AM/FM
• Auxiliary Audio Input: Jack

Instrumentation

• Clock
• Gauge: Tachometer
• External Temperature Display
• Warnings And Reminders: Turn Off Headlights
• Trip Odometer

Telematics

• Wireless Data Link: Bluetooth
• Hands-Free Phone Call Integration: Voice Operated

Lights

• Daytime Running Lights
• Headlights: Auto Delay Off
• Headlights: Auto On/Off
• Headlights: Halogen

Tires and Rims

• Spare Tire Size: Temporary
• Wheel Covers: Full
• Tire Type: All Season
• Wheels: Steel
• Spare Tire Mount Location: Inside
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Windows

• Window Defogger: Rear
• Front Wipers: Variable Intermittent
• Tinted Glass
• Power Windows: Safety Reverse
• Rear Privacy Glass

Safety

• Child Safety Door Locks
• Child Seat Anchors: LATCH System
• Emergency Interior Trunk Release

Airbags

• Airbag Deactivation: Occupant Sensing Passenger
• Side Airbags: Front
• Front Airbags: Dual
• Side Curtain Airbags: Front
• Side Curtain Airbags: Rear

Mirrors

• Side Mirrors: Integrated Turn Signals
• Side Mirror Adjustments: Power

Security

• Anti-Theft System: Alarm
• Power Door Locks: Auto-Locking

Seats

• Rear Headrests: 3
• Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments
• Rear Seat Folding: Split
• Front Headrests: 2
• Front Seat Type: Bucket
• Upholstery: Cloth
• Rear Seat Type: 60-40 Split Bench
• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: Lumbar
• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments
• Rear Headrests: Adjustable
• Front Headrests: Adjustable

Seatbelts

• Seatbelt Pretensioners: Front
• Seatbelt Force Limiters: Front
• Seatbelt Force Limiters: Rear
• Emergency Locking Retractors: Rear
• Seatbelt Warning Sensor: Front
• Rear Seatbelts: 3-Point
• Front Seatbelts: 3-Point
• Emergency Locking Retractors: Front

Steering

• Steering Ratio: 16.4
• Turns Lock-To-Lock: 3

The all-new 2012 Volkswagen Passat, the largest ever, is the only midsize sedan that offers superior German engineering at an accessible price. The Passat TDI -- the only clean diesel option in the segment -- is expected to deliver 43 miles per gallon on the highway, with a range of approximately 800 miles.

The Passat will come with premium standard features that include automatic climate control and Bluetooth connectivity. The new Passat offers best-in-class legroom, Volkswagen's Care Free Maintenance program (3 years/36,000 miles) and the safety of Volkswagen's Intelligent Crash Response System.

The all-new 2012 Passat offers three drivetrain options: a responsive 2.5L gasoline engine, a remarkably eco-friendly 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel and a powerful 3.6L VR6.

The Passat will be offered in three trim levels, S SE and SEL, with a total of 16 equipment levels. All will offer first-in-class safety and comfort. Standard features include automatic climate control, power windows all around, air conditioning, insulating glass, a distinctive analog clock at the center of the instrument panel, cruise control, outside temperature display with frost warning, and radio-CD system.

The Passat's balanced proportions give it a unique, timeless and dominant styling. The 2012 Passat shows the look of considerably more expensive cars. The new, larger Passat is 191.7 inches long and has a 110.4 inch wheelbase, which translates into a noticeable increase in rear seating space.

The interior is marked by a clean and geometric formal structure. Controls are attractive and easy to operate.