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2012 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 SEL

2012 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 SEL

Volkswagen today announced the world debut of the all-new Passat, a transformational car in Volkswagen's ambitious growth plan for the U.S. market. Designed in Germany and made in America, the Passat was developed as a larger vehicle with premium features and handling characteristics that they expect will perfectly match it with the tastes and lifestyles of Americans. It will be built in Chattanooga, Tenn., at the world's newest, most advanced and environmentally responsible auto assembly plant. (continued below)

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Volkswagen Reveals the All-New Passat: A First-in-Class Vehicle that Delivers Superior German Engineering and is Built in America

Source: Volkswagen | Published: Mon Jan 10, 2011

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The 2012 Passat, the largest ever, is the only midsize sedan that offers superior German engineering at an accessible price. The Passat TDI - the only clean diesel option in the segment - is expected to deliver 43 miles per gallon on the highway, with a range of approximately 800 miles.

Final pricing will be announced in the spring, but the Passat will start at around $20,000 when it arrives in dealer showrooms later this year. It will come with premium standard features that include automatic climate control and Bluetooth connectivity.

The 2012 Volkswagen Passat offers best-in-class legroom, Volkswagen's Care Free Maintenance program (3 years/36,000 miles) and the safety of Volkswagen's Intelligent Crash Response System.

Volkswagen's new Chattanooga plant that will produce the Passat is part of a $4 billion investment by the company in the U.S. market. The environmentally friendly facility includes a revolutionary paint shop that significantly reduces emissions. A state-of-the art $40 million employee training center ensures adherence to Volkswagen's exacting quality standards.

The Volkswagen Passat will set new benchmarks for safety, driving performance and environmental responsibility in the midsize segment.

VW Passat's Timeless and Dominant Styling

The Volkswagen Passat's balanced proportions give it a unique, timeless and dominant styling reflecting the "design DNA" developed by Walter de Silva, the Italian design chief for the Volkswagen Group and Klaus Bischoff, the German design leader for the Volkswagen Brand. The signature clean design, with a predominance of horizontal body elements, reinforces the Passat's position as the sophisticated choice in the midsize segment. The bottom line: this car looks much more expensive than it actually is.

The key identifying feature of a strong brand is the styling of its front end. Here the 2012 Passat displays the new horizontal brand face, with the grille and headlights forming a single unit. Unlike models in the compact class, the Volkswagen Passat's grille is sculpted in a three-dimensional shape. Moreover, the grille stands more upright and makes a more distinctive and elegant impression in its stricter geometry.

From the side profile, the muscular ridge in the sill area creates a lively interplay of light reflections. Powerfully sculpted wheel arches emphasize the dynamic properties of the Passat. In the balance of the side profile, the roof lines flow toward the back with a nearly coupe-like cut of the rear window. Three side windows create luxury class style with a long, extended glass surface.

The rear section is also dominated by horizontal lines. The lines of the large taillights rise toward the sides, underscoring the dynamics of the elegant rear styling. Another unique feature here is the design of the two-part taillights (integrated in the rear fender and trunk lid).

Volkswagen Passat 3.6 SEL: Review (2/2)

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Specifications
Key: AT - automatic transmission, MT - manual transmission, F/R/AWD - front/rear/all wheel drive
Powertrain
Type VR6
Displacement 219 cu in (3597 cc)
Power 280 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque 258 lb-ft @ 2500-5000 rpm
Redline n/a
Driveline Front Wheel Drive
Transmission 6 Speed Double-Clutch Automatic
Brakes & Tires
Brakes Front - Rear Ventilated Discs - Solid Discs
Tire Size Front - Rear 235/45 R18
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length 191.6 in
Width 72.2 in
Height 58.5 in
Curb Weight 3446 lbs
Performance
0-60 6.3 s
1/4 Mile n/a
60-0 Braking n/a
Top Speed n/a
Fuel Economy
EPA Fuel Mileage - City/Highway 20/28 mpg
Origin & Price
Origin Germany
Base Retail Price (MSRP) $33,720

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