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Overview
The 2012 Volkswagen Passat Trendline is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Wagon that was released to the New Zealand market on 7th January 2012. The Volkswagen Passat is regarded as a lower Medium built in Germany with prices starting at $52,000 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Passat is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 103 kW of power (at 4200 rpm) and 320 Nm of torque (at 1750 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Volkswagen claims the Passat Trendline uses 5.2L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 135g of CO2. It has a 70L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1346km per full tank
The Volkswagen Passat measures 1517mm (59.7 inches) in height, 4774mm (188.0 inches) in length, 1820mm (71.7 inches) in width with a 2709mm (106.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1601kg (3529.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The Passat Trendline comes standard with 205/55 Rnull front tyres and 205/55 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
61.06 - 78.57 kW/t
54.61 kW/t
101.38 kW/t
Boot Space
565 - 603 litres
421 litres
603 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.2 - 7.1 L/100km
4.9 L/100km
7.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
986 - 1,346 km
714 km
1,346 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,050 - 2,300 kg
1,925 kg
2,300 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,700 - 2,200 kg
300 kg
2,200 kg
Approach Angle
16°
16°
Departure Angle
13.6°
13.6°
Ground Clearance Unladen
96 - 165 mm
96 mm
179 mm
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Dimensions
4,774 mm
1,820 mm
1,517 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,774 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,820 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,517 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,709 mm |
| Load Capacity | 569 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Passat Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 135
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 81.0
Engine (cc): 1968
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 95.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.4
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1346
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 836
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 19.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 54
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 45
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 22.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 63
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 52
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 15.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 45
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 37
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.2
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 203
Maximum Speed (mph): 126
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 140
Maximum Power (kW): 103
Maximum Torque (Nm): 320
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
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
Multi Function: 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
Suspension Levelling
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Body Style
Body Type: Wagon
Local Body Type: Wagon
Platform Code: Pq46
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 61.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 1731
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 21.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 603
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.1
Front Track (mm): 1552
Overall Height (in): 59.7
Overall Height (mm): 1517
Overall Length (in): 188.0
Overall Length (mm): 4774
Overall Width (in): 71.7
Overall Width (mm): 1820
Rear Track (in): 61.1
Rear Track (mm): 1551
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11400
Wheelbase (in): 106.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2709
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.3
Front Headroom (mm): 973
Rear Headroom (in): 37.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 961
Front Hip Room (in): 57.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1466
Rear Hip Room (in): 59.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1511
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
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Projector Beam
Paint
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
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 Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
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 Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Tinted Glass
Location: Rear
Rear Privacy Glass: yes
Location: Side
Side Privacy Glass: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2170
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4784
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1601
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3530
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
ARI/EON: yes
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
System Type: Stereo
Watts Per Channel: 60
Disc Player
Capacity: 6
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Child Safety Seat
Location: Rear Seats
Number: 2
Type: Integrated
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian: 2
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.9tdi 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
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
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 Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Air Conditioning
Type: Auto
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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