2016 Volkswagen Passat

Much-needed good news for VW.

VEHICLE TYPE:
front-engine, front-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door sedan

BASE PRICE:
S, $23,260; R-Line, $24,795; SE, $27,100; SEL, $31,315; SEL Premium, $35,090; SEL Premium V-6, $37,655

ENGINE TYPES:
turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve 1.8-liter inline-4, 170 hp, 184 lb-ft; DOHC 24-valve 3.6-liter VR-6, 280 hp, 258 lb-ft

TRANSMISSIONS:
6-speed automatic with manual shifting mode, 6-speed dual-clutch automatic with manual shifting mode

DIMENSIONS:

Wheelbase: 110.4 in
Length: 191.9 in
Width: 72.2 in Height: 58.5 in
Passenger volume: 102 cu ft
Cargo volume: 16 cu ft
Curb weight (C/D est): 3300-3600 lb

PERFORMANCE (C/D EST):

Zero to 60 mph: 6.3-7.7 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 15.1-19.6 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 14.8-15.9 sec
Top speed: 118-130 mph

FUEL ECONOMY:

EPA city/highway driving: 20-25/28-38 mpg