Petrol
2015 Volkswagen Passat
The 2015 Volkswagen Passat is a sedan. It has a 3.6-litre six-cylinder engine producing 170 hp (127 kW), with a 6-speed automated manual and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 6.8 seconds and top speed is 130 mph (209 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | Volkswagen | Model | Passat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2015 | Version / Trim | Volkswagen 2015 Passat |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Candy White, Black, Deep Black Pearl, Reflex Silver Metallic, Tungsten Silver Metallic, Platinum Gray Metallic, Night Blue Metallic, Tornado Red |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Germany |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic (AM-S6) |
| Engine | 3.6L 6-cyl | Engine Size | 3,600 cc |
| Power | 170 hp / 127 kW | Torque | 258 Nm / 190 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 6.8 sec | Top Speed | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 20 mpg city / 28 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,791 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,400 kg (3,086 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2015 SEDANS
Compared with other 2015 sedans in our database, its 170 hp is 42% less than the average 2015 sedan (292 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.4 seconds slower than average, and it is 16% lighter than the typical sedan.
| 2015 Volkswagen Passat | Average 2015 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 170 hp | 292 hp (169 cars) | -42% |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 382 Nm (169 cars) | -32% |
| 0–60 mph | 6.8 s | 6.4 s (172 cars) | +6% |
| Top speed | 130 mph | 141 mph (172 cars) | -8% |
| Kerb weight | 1,400 kg | 1,665 kg (194 cars) | -16% |
| Engine size | 3,600 cc | 3,009 cc (184 cars) | +20% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2015 sedans with similar power to the 2015 Volkswagen Passat.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Volkswagen Passat | 170 hp | 6.8 s | 1,400 kg |
| 2015 BMW i3 REX | 170 hp | 7.2 s | 1,195 kg |
| 2015 Mazda 6 | 166 hp | 7.8 s | 1,415 kg |
| 2015 Subaru Legacy AWD | 175 hp | 7.6 s | 1,465 kg |
| 2015 BAIC EU5 R600 | 163 hp | 8.5 s | 1,480 kg |
OTHER YEARS OF THE VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Navigation System
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Automatic Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start
Spare Tyre