2013 Volkswagen Passat SE

• 17 Sonoma alloy wheels
• 215/55HR17 all-season tires
• Body-color bumpers
• Body-color door handles
• Body-color heated pwr mirrors -inc: integrated turn signals
• Chrome Grille
• Chrome window surrounds
• Compact spare tire
• Halogen automatic headlights -inc: coming/leaving home function
• Intermittent windshield wipers -inc: heated washer nozzles

• (2) front/(2) rear assist handles
• (3) 12V pwr outlets -inc: (1) in front center console, (1) in rear of center console, (1) in cargo area
• Anti-theft alarm system
• Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
• Bluetooth connectivity -inc: audio streaming
• Carbon metallic-look interior trim
• Climatic manual air conditioning
• Cruise control
• Door pockets
• Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
• Front seatback pockets
• Front/rear cupholders -inc: front cupholder covers
• Front/rear reading lights
• Heated front bucket seats -inc: 8-way pwr driver seat, pwr driver lumbar, manual passenger lumbar
• Illuminated glovebox
• Immobilizer III theft-deterrent system
• Keyless entry
• Leather-wrapped handbrake grip & shift knob
• Leather-wrapped multi-function adjustable steering wheel w/audio & phone controls
• Leatherette side & door panel trim
• Multi-function instrument cluster -inc: compass
• Premium VIII AM/FM stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD/MP3 changer -inc: HD Radio, touchscreen, (8) speakers, aux input
• Pwr door locks -inc: central locking, key-integrated remote, auto-locking feature
• Pwr windows
• Rear bench seat -inc: rear center armrest w/storage
• Rear passenger air vents
• Rear window defroster
• Remote trunk release
• SiriusXM Satellite Radio (subscription required)
• Sliding Front Center Armrest
• Trip Computer
• V-Tex Leatherette Seating Surfaces
• Window diversity antenna

• 2.5L MPFI DOHC 20-valve I5 engine
• 5-speed manual transmission
• Chrome exhaust tip
• Four-link independent rear suspension -inc: anti-roll bar
• Front wheel drive
• Hydraulic rack & pinion pwr steering
• MacPherson strut front suspension -inc: coil springs, anti-roll bar
• Vented front/solid rear pwr disc brakes

• 3-point safety belts for all seating positions -inc: front seat belt pretensioners
• Anti-lock braking system -inc: electronic brake-pressure distribution
• Anti-slip regulation
• Child safety rear door locks
• Daytime running lights
• Dual front airbags
• Dual front side-impact airbags
• Dual-tone horn
• Electronic differential lock
• Electronic stability control
• Emergency trunk release
• Front/rear side curtain airbags
• Hill hold control
• Hydraulic brake assist
• Intelligent Crash Response System
• LATCH (Lower Anchors & Tethers for CHildren) child seat anchor points
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Model Highlights

The 2013 Volkswagen Passat is offered in three different trims: S, SE and SEL. Among those trims, there are three different powertrains. Base 2.5 S, 2.5 SE and 2.5 SEL models come with a 177-horsepower, 2.5L 5-cylinder engine, offered either with a standard 5-speed manual gearbox or optional 6-speed automatic. TDI SE and TDI SEL Premium models add the 140-hp, 2.0L TDI diesel 4-cylinder engine, while top-of-the-range 3.6 SE and 3.6 SEL models step up to a 280-horsepower, 3.6L 'VR6' 6-cylinder engine. Both the TDI and VR6 engines come only with a 6-speed dual clutch DSG automatic transmission that can pull of remarkably quick shifts. Base Passats move quickly enough with their smooth standard 5-cylinder engine. The VR6 is the performance pick of the lineup; it's especially strong, smooth and responsive. But the TDI has the potential to put smiles on lots of faces; with an EPA highway fuel economy rating of 43 mpg and a meaty 236 pound-feet of peak torque, this engine has more power than one might think and can move up to speed on the highway--or up long grades--without strain. The rack-and-pinion power steering is light while parking but well-weighted on the highway and the Passat has a pretty nimble feel for a mid-size sedan. The new Passat's larger cabin is now truly mid-size, with a spacious, airy feel to the interior, enhanced by an instrument panel that doesn't swoop around but instead helps yield the most space in front of driver and passenger. The backseat is very generously sized--with enough headroom and legroom for most adults--and getting in and out is easy. Across the model line, the Passat comes with a 60/40-split folding rear seatback. The 2.5 S model, which starts at $20,845 and comes better equipped than most base models. A Bluetooth hands-free interface, air conditioning, remote locking, power accessories, a trip computer, steering-wheel controls and a 6-speaker CD sound system are all standard. The SE model adds leatherette upholstery, a power driver's seat, heated front seats, power heated side mirrors, an upgraded sound system with touch screen and 17-inch alloy wheels. 2.5 SEL models bring a much more upscale look and feel with footwell lighting, added chrome trim, sport seats, a backseat ski pass-through and a navigation system. The SEL Premium model gets fog lamps, seat memory settings, push-button start and full leather upholstery. Appointments are similar in TDI models, only the SEL Premium Package includes 18-inch alloys and woodgrain trim. Top 3.6 SE and SEL models also get a sunroof and chrome-tipped dual exhaust system in addition to the SEL Premium equipment. All Passat models include six standard airbags--including side-curtain airbags that cover front and rear occupants--plus standard electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes and hydraulic brake assist.