This 2012 Volkswagen Passat 2.5 SE represents a practical choice for buyers seeking a well-equipped sedan with reliable performance and comfort features that make everyday driving more enjoyable.
- 2.5L 5-Cylinder DOHC Engine with 6-Speed Automatic Transmission
- Premium 8 Touch-Screen Radio with 6-CD Changer
- SiriusXM AM/FM Radio with 8 Speakers MONSOON Audio System
- Front Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with Rear Window Defroster
- Heated Front Bucket Seats with V-Tex Leatherette Seating Surfaces
- Power Driver Seat with Telescoping and Tilt Steering Wheel
- Leather Steering Wheel and Shift Knob
- Remote Keyless Entry with Illuminated Entry
- Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with Compass
- 17" Sonoma Alloy Wheels
- Four-Wheel Independent Suspension with Speed-Sensing Steering
- Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control with ABS Brakes
- Dual Front Impact and Side Impact Airbags with Overhead Airbags
- Split-Folding Rear Seat for Flexible Cargo Management
The Passat delivers dependable performance with its 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine paired to a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic transmission. The front-wheel drive configuration provides confident handling and traction in various driving conditions. With 22 city and 31 highway MPG, this sedan balances efficiency with the power needed for responsive acceleration and highway cruising.
The interior prioritizes comfort and convenience for both driver and passengers. Heated front bucket seats in V-Tex leatherette mean you'll stay warm during cold months, while the power driver seat lets you customize your driving position. The dual-zone automatic climate control maintains individual temperature preferences, and the split-folding rear seat creates flexible cargo space when needed.
Entertainment and convenience features make this Passat particularly appealing for daily commutes and longer drives. The premium eight-inch touch-screen radio system works seamlessly with the SiriusXM satellite radio and six-disc CD changer, while steering wheel-mounted audio controls keep your focus on the road. The Monsoon sound system with eight speakers delivers quality audio throughout the cabin.
Safety has been a priority in this vehicle's design and equipment. Electronic stability control, traction control, and four-wheel independent suspension with speed-sensing steering work together to keep you connected to the road. The comprehensive airbag system includes dual front impact bags, front side-impact bags, and overhead airbags to help protect occupants. Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and brake assist provide stopping confidence.
The 17-inch Sonoma alloy wheels pair well with the Passat's practical sedan design, while convenience features like remote keyless entry, auto-dimming rear-view mirror with compass, and variably intermittent wipers round out the complete package. This Passat offers the dependable German engineering and thoughtful design that has made the model a solid choice for families and commuters alike. Visit our showroom to take this vehicle for a test drive and discover why it remains a compelling value in the used sedan market.
2012 Volkswagen Passat 2.5 SE
- Pre-Owned
The overview
- Odometer
- 107,970 miles
- Body/Seating
- Sedan/5 seats
- Seats
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Engine
- 2.5L 5-Cylinder DOHC
- VIN
- 1VWBP7A35CC065996
- Stock Number
- P4501A
The highlights
- Automatic temperature control
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Front dual zone A/C
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Split folding rear seat
- Heated front seats
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Fully automatic headlights
- Power driver seat
- Alloy wheels
The full specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Air conditioning
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Automatic temperature control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front beverage holders
- Front dual zone A/C
- Illuminated entry
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Speed-sensing steering
- 1st row LCD monitors: 1
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- CD player
- CD-MP3 decoder
- Diversity antenna
- Radio data system
- Speakers: 8
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Heated front seats
- Leather shift knob
- Leather steering wheel
- Manual passenger lumbar support
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Power 2-way driver lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Rear seat center armrest
- Rear seats: bench
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Split folding rear seat
- Cylinder configuration: I-5
- Drive type: front-wheel
- Engine liters: 2.5
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 22mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 32mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 18.5gal.
- Horsepower: 170hp @ 5,700RPM
- Number of valves: 20
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Sequential multi-point fuel injection
- Torque: 177 lb.-ft. @ 4,250RPM
- Transmission: 5 speed manual
- Variable valve control
- Bumpers: body-color
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: trunk
- Tailpipe finisher: chrome
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- Air Pollution Score (AP): 5
- Compression ratio: 9.50 to 1
- Curb weight: 1,436kg (3,166lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 82.5mm x 92.5mm (3.25" x 3.64")
- Engine displacement: 2.5 L
- Engine horsepower: 170hp @ 5,700RPM
- Engine torque: 177 lb.-ft. @ 4,250RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,834mm (72.2")
- Exterior height: 1,486mm (58.5")
- Exterior length: 4,867mm (191.6")
- Front headroom: 973mm (38.3")
- Front legroom: 1,077mm (42.4")
- Front shoulder room: 1,445mm (56.9")
- GVWR: 2,010kg (4,431lbs)
- Greenhouse Gas Score (GG): 6
- Interior cargo volume: 450 L (16 cu.ft.)
- Interior maximum cargo volume: 450 L (16 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 2,888L (102.0 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 960mm (37.8")
- Rear legroom: 993mm (39.1")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,448mm (57.0")
- Towing capacity: 454kg (1,000lbs)
- Turning radius: 5.5m (18.2')
- Wheelbase: 2,804mm (110.4")
- Compass
- Delay-off headlights
- Display: analog
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rear reading lights
- Rear window defroster
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Ignition disable
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Traction control
Notes from the dealer
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
- 5.0
2013 VW Passat SE 2.5
by Jeer on 5/25/2026 12:56:22 AM
Just an Absolute Awesome Car. Simple and Beautiful. 13 Years Old and doesn’t look like an old vehicle. Very Reliable and holds its value. - 5.0
Best sedan ever
by Fish on 4/13/2026 9:05:17 PM
This car handles excellent. When stopping turning and driving. You'll never have issues . It runs beautifully the turbo really is the special part when needing to get where your going. Gas miles are average but never a pocket drain . Keep the car serviced you'll have a friend for life - 5.0
Great Car
by Great Car on 12/28/2025 10:30:18 PM
Reliable great looking car. Simple but high technology. ……………,,,,, …………………………….,……………..,…………….
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