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Car Specifications2017 Volkswagen Passat
The 2017 Volkswagen Passat is a lower Medium. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $49,240 for the Comfortline variant and topping out at $73,990 for the R-Line variant.
There are 4 variants of the Passat available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2015.
The 2017 Passat was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Volkswagen Passat include 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (132kW/250Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (140kW/400Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (176kW/500Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (206kW/350Nm). Available with 7-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct) or 6-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $49,240 - $73,990†
- Transmission
- 6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $49,240 - $73,990†
- Transmission
- 6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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Volkswagen Passat
Features & Specs
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Technology
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Available Variants
The Volkswagen Passat comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Comfortline and the most expensive being Alltrack.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,767 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,832 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,477 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,791 mm |
| Load Capacity | 585 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2017 Volkswagen Passat
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Volkswagen Passat is the Comfortline variant that starts from $49,240.
See all Volkswagen Passat PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Passat is the R-Line variant that starts from $73,990.
See all Volkswagen Passat PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Passat is 2200 kg offered by the following variants: Alltrack and R-Line.
See all Volkswagen Passat towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Passat is the Alltrack variant which measures 1832mm wide, 4777mm in length and sits 1506mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Passat is the R-Line variant which has 206kW of power and 350nm of torque.
The Volkswagen Passat is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Volkswagen Passat is the Alltrack variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2300 kg.
The Volkswagen Passat may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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