2020 Volkswagen Passat SEL
Priced at $24,999, this vehicle is $4,699 above the high end of its fair market value of $20,300.
The current fair market price range is between $17,300 to $20,300.
It has 27,525 miles, which is 30,375 (52%) below the median mileage of 57,900.
- Car
- Sedan
- Spacious Front Legroom
- ConditionUsed
- Mileage27,525miles
- Aggregate Ratings3.4
- Generation8(2019 - 2022)
- DrivetrainFront Wheel
- Transmission6-Speed Shiftable Automatic
- MPG23 city34 highwayMax range: 629 miles
- Exterior ColorDeep Black Pearl (Black)Factory Paint Code:2T2T
- Interior ColorTitan Black (Black)Factory Paint Code:HV
- UpholsteryLeather
- Size SegmentMid-Size
- Doors4
- Max Seating5
- Max Towing Capacity0lbs.
- Weight Class< 6,000 lbs. (1)
- Ground Clearance5.4in.
- 5
- Final Assembly PointChattanooga, Tennessee
- VIN1VWCA7A35LC015752
- Starting MSRP$31,095
Engine2L I4 Gasoline 174hp
- Fuel Type:Gasoline
- Fuel Quality:87
- Max Horsepower:174 hp @ 5200 rpm
- Max Torque:206 ft.lbf @ 1700 rpm
- Displacement:2liters
- Block Type:I
- Cylinders:4
- Aspiration:Turbo
- Fuel Induction:Direct Injection
- Oil Capacity:6.4liters
- Cam Type:DOHC
- Stroke:3.65
- Bore:3.25
- Valves:16
Message from the seller
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- Reliability (4)Volkswagen generally has a good reputation for reliability, and the 2020 Passat is expected to follow suit. Major mechanical issues are uncommon, and the powertrain is well-proven.
- Maintenance (3)Maintenance costs are generally average for the class. Parts and service can be slightly more expensive than some Japanese rivals, but not prohibitively so. Regular scheduled maintenance is straightforward.
- Technology (3)While the infotainment system is user-friendly and includes Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, it feels a bit dated compared to rivals. Essential safety features are present, but advanced driver aids are not as comprehensive as some competitors.
- Comfort (4)The Passat excels in comfort, particularly for long drives. The seats are supportive, and the ride quality is smooth, absorbing most road imperfections effectively. Rear passenger space is also very generous.
- Dynamics (3)The 2020 Passat SEL offers a competent but unexciting driving experience. The turbocharged engine provides decent acceleration, but the handling is geared more towards comfort than sportiness.
Air Conditioning
- Front air conditioning: automatic climate control
- Front air conditioning zones: dual
- Rear vents: second row
- Air filtration
Airbags
- Airbag deactivation: occupant sensing passenger
- Side airbags: front
- Front airbags: dual
- Side curtain airbags: front
- Side curtain airbags: rear
Audio System
- Premium brand: Fender
- Radio: voice operated
- Auxiliary audio input: Bluetooth
- Radio: touch screen display
- Antenna type: diversity
- Antenna type: mast
- Subwoofer: 1
- Total speakers: 8
- Radio: AM/FM
- Watts: 400
- Radio data system
- Speed sensitive volume control
- Auxiliary audio input: jack
- Auxiliary audio input: USB
- Radio: HD radio
- Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone
- Satellite radio: SiriusXM
Brakes
- Rear brake type: disc
- Front brake width: 1
- Rear brake diameter: 10.7
- Rear brake width: 0.4
- Front brake diameter: 12.3
- Front brake type: ventilated disc
- Braking assist
- Electronic brakeforce distribution
- ABS: 4-wheel
- Power brakes
Comfort Features
- Shift knob trim: leather
- Armrests: rear center folding with storage
- Steering wheel trim: leather
- Interior accents: metallic-tone
- Parking brake trim: leather
- Floor material: carpet
- Foot pedal trim: stainless steel
- Door trim: leatherette
Convenience Features
- Active parking system: semi-automatic
- Cupholders: front
- Memorized settings: 3 driver
- Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic
- Adaptive cruise control
- One-touch windows: 4
- Reading lights: front
- Power steering: variable/speed-proportional
- Power outlet(s): 12V rear
- Cargo area light
- Multi-function remote: panic alarm
- Power windows: lockout button
- Footwell lights
- Overhead console: front
- Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
- Memorized settings: driver seat
- Memorized settings: side mirrors
- Push-button start
- Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
- Reading lights: rear
- Power outlet(s): 12V front
- Assist handle: rear
- Remote engine start
- Center console: front console with armrest and storage
- Rearview mirror: auto-dimming
- Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise control
- Steering wheel mounted controls: phone
- Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function
- Storage: front seatback
- Ambient lighting
- Assist handle: front
- Storage: sunglasses holder
- Storage: door pockets
- Multi-function remote: proximity entry system
- Cupholders: rear
- Steering wheel mounted controls: voice control
- Multi-function remote: trunk release
Drivetrain
- Axle ratio: 3.88
Engine
- Battery saver
- Battery: maintenance-free
- Alternator: 140 amps
Exterior Features
- Exhaust: hidden
- Rear trunk/liftgate: sensor-activated
- Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
- Front bumper color: body-color
- Mirror color: body-color
- Door handle color: body-color
- Grille color: chrome
- Exhaust tip color: stainless steel
- Rear bumper color: body-color
- Window trim: chrome
In Car Entertainment
- Connected in-car apps: Google POIs
- Connected in-car apps: Google search
- Connected in-car apps: app marketplace integration
- Smartphone integration: Apple CarPlay
- Smartphone integration: Android Auto
- Infotainment screen size: 6.3 in.
Instrumentation
- Warnings and reminders: lamp failure
- Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure
- Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
- Clock
- Gauge: tachometer
- Compass
- Digital odometer
- External temperature display
- Multi-function display
- Fuel economy display: MPG
- Fuel economy display: range
- Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
- Warnings and reminders: maintenance due
- Trip odometer
Lights
- Daytime running lights: LED
- Headlights: cornering
- Taillights: LED
- Headlights: auto high beam dimmer
- Exterior entry lights: approach lamps
- Headlights: LED
- Headlights: auto delay off
- Headlights: auto on/off
Mirrors
- Side mirrors: integrated turn signals
- Side mirror adjustments: power
- Side mirrors: heated
- Side mirror adjustments: power folding
Roof
- Moonroof / Sunroof: tilt/slide
- Moonroof / Sunroof: one-touch open/close
- Moonroof / Sunroof: anti-trapping
- Moonroof / Sunroof: power glass
- Moonroof / Sunroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
- Rearview monitor: in dash
- Cross traffic alert: rear
- Pre-collision warning system: audible warning
- Pre-collision warning system: visual warning
- Lane keeping assist
- Automatic emergency braking: rear
- Lane keeping assist with blind spot integration
- Automatic emergency braking: front
- Impact sensor: post-collision safety system
- Child safety door locks
- Child seat anchors: LATCH system
- Impact sensor: door unlock
- Safety brake pedal system
- Emergency interior trunk release
- Camera system: rearview
- Automatic hazard warning lights
- Impact sensor: fuel cut-off
- Parking sensors: rear
- Blind spot safety: sensor/alert
- Lane deviation sensors
- Impact sensor: alert system
- Parking sensors: front
- Crumple zones: front
- Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
- Seatbelt pretensioners: front
- Seatbelt force limiters: front
- Seatbelt force limiters: rear
- Emergency locking retractors: rear
- Seatbelt warning sensor: front
- Rear seatbelts: 3-point
- Front seatbelts: 3-point
- Emergency locking retractors: front
Seats
- Driver seat power adjustments: height
- Passenger seat power adjustments: height
- Passenger seat: heated
- Driver seat: heated
- Driver seat power adjustments: 8
- Rear headrests: 3
- Rear seat folding: split
- Front headrests: 2
- Passenger seat power adjustments: 8
- Upholstery: leather
- Rear seat type: 60-40 split bench
- Rear headrests: adjustable
- Front headrests: adjustable
- Driver seat power adjustments: lumbar
- Passenger seat power adjustments: lumbar
- Rear seat: heated
- Upholstery accents: perforated
- Front seat type: sport bucket
- Driver seat power adjustments: reclining
- Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining
Security
- Anti-theft system: alarm
- Power door locks: anti-lockout
- Anti-theft system: vehicle immobilizer
- Power door locks: auto-locking
Stability and Traction
- Stability control
- Traction control
- Hill holder control
Steering
- Turns lock-to-lock: 3
- Steering ratio: 16.3
Suspension
- Front suspension classification: independent
- Rear suspension classification: independent
- Front struts: MacPherson
- Rear suspension type: multi-link
- Rear spring type: coil
- Front stabilizer bar
- Rear stabilizer bar
- Front spring type: coil
- Front suspension type: lower control arms
- Rear shock type: gas
- Front shock type: gas
Telematics
- Electronic messaging assistance: with read function
- Electronic messaging assistance: voice operated
- Wi-Fi: hotspot
- Smart device app function: vehicle location
- Driver assistance app: roadside assistance
- Smart device app function: maintenance status
- Smart device app function: lock operation
- Smart device app function: horn/light operation
- Smart device app compatibility: Car-Net
- Wireless data link: Bluetooth
- Hands-free phone call integration: voice operated
- Navigation system: touch screen display
- Navigation system: voice operated
Tires and Rims
- Wheels: aluminum alloy
- Spare tire size: temporary
- Tire type: all season
- Spare tire mount location: inside
- Spare wheel type: steel
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Wheel spokes: 5
Windows
- Window defogger: rear
- Front wipers: speed sensitive
- Front wipers: variable intermittent
- Tinted glass
- Power windows: safety reverse
- Front wipers: rain sensing
Overall
Front Crash Overall
Front Crash Driver
Front Crash Passenger
Side Crash Overall
Side Barrier Overall
Side Barrier Driver
Side Barrier Passenger
Side Pole Driver
Side Combined Front
Side Combined Rear
Rollover
Seating:
- Seating Rows:2
- Standard Seating:5
- Max Seating:5
- Head Room (front):38.3in.
- Leg Room (front):42.4in.
- Shoulder Room (front):56.9in.
- Head Room (rear):37.8in.
- Leg Room (rear):39.1in.
- Shoulder Room (rear):57in.
Measurements:
- Length:193.6in.
- Width:72.2in.
- Height:58in.
- Ground Clearance:5.4in.
- Wheelbase:110.4in.
- Front Track:62.1in.
- Rear Track:61in.
Interior Dimensions:
- Passenger Volume:102cuft
- Cargo Volume:15.9cuft
Weight:
- Curb Weight:3,325lbs
- Gross Weight:4,475lbs
Wheels & Tires:
- Wheel Diameter:18.0 x 8.0in.
- Wheel Diameter (rear):18.0 x 8.0in.
- Tire:235/45R18 94H
- Tire (rear):235/45R18 94H
Performance:
- Aerodynamic Drag:0.29drag
- Turning Circle:36.4ft.
- Max Payload:926lbs
Fuel Tank:
- Fuel Tank Volume:18.5gallon
- Auto Pacific
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- Corrosion Perforation7 years/100,000 miles
- New Car Basic Warranty4 years/50,000 miles
- Transferable Powertrain Limited Warranty4 years/50,000 miles
- 24 Hour Roadside Assistance3 years/36,000 miles
- Complimentary Factory Scheduled Maint.2 years/20,000 miles
- Abs Four Wheel
- Airbags Front Driver
- Airbags Front Passenger
- Airbags Side Impact
- Airbags Side Curtain
- Brake Assist
- Daytime Running Lights
- Electronic Stability Control
- Electronic Traction Control
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
California LEV-III SULEV30:
- Air Pollution Score:7
- Greenhouse Gas Score:6
- Fuel Type:Gasoline
- Epa Underhood Id:LVGAJ02.0V3A
Federal Tier 3 Bin 30:
- Air Pollution Score:7
- Greenhouse Gas Score:6
- Fuel Type:Gasoline
- Epa Underhood Id:LVGAJ02.0V3A
2020 Volkswagen Passat: A Refined Midsize Sedan
The 2020 Volkswagen Passat stands as a capable and comfortable midsize sedan, offering a blend of European driving dynamics with practical American sensibilities. For the 2020 model year, the Passat received a significant refresh, enhancing its appeal with updated styling, improved technology, and a focus on core strengths that have made it a solid contender in the segment.
Highlights
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Engine and Performance: The sole engine offering for the 2020 Passat is a robust 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four. This engine delivers a healthy 174 horsepower and 199 lb-ft of torque, providing ample power for daily commutes and confident acceleration for highway merging. It's paired with a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic transmission, which contributes to the car's refined driving experience. While not the most powerful in its class, the Passat's powertrain offers a good balance of performance and fuel efficiency.
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Safety Features: Volkswagen equipped the 2020 Passat with a comprehensive suite of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) as standard or available options, promoting a secure driving environment. Key safety features include:
- Forward Collision Warning: Alerts the driver to potential frontal collisions.
- Autonomous Emergency Braking: Automatically applies the brakes to help avoid or mitigate a frontal collision.
- Blind Spot Monitor: Detects vehicles in the driver's blind spots and provides a visual warning.
- Rear Traffic Alert: Warns the driver of approaching vehicles when backing up.
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC): Maintains a set speed and distance from the vehicle ahead, automatically adjusting speed as needed.
- Lane Keeping Assist: Helps the vehicle stay within its lane by providing gentle steering inputs.
- Park Assist: Assists with parallel and perpendicular parking maneuvers.
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Trim Summary: The 2020 Passat was available in three distinct trim levels, each building upon the previous one with increasing levels of features and luxury:
- S: The entry-level trim, offering essential modern features and the core Passat driving experience.
- SE: A popular mid-range option, adding more comfort and convenience features like upgraded upholstery, a larger touchscreen infotainment system, and enhanced safety technologies.
- SEL: The top-tier trim, providing a more premium experience with features like leather seating, a premium audio system, LED headlights, and a sunroof, making it a strong contender against more upscale rivals.
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Other Notable Aspects:
- Spacious Interior: The Passat is renowned for its generously sized cabin, offering ample legroom and headroom for both front and rear passengers. This makes it an excellent choice for families or those who frequently carry adult passengers.
- Comfortable Ride: The suspension is tuned for a comfortable and compliant ride, absorbing road imperfections effectively and providing a relaxed experience on long journeys.
- User-Friendly Infotainment: The Volkswagen infotainment system is generally intuitive and easy to use, with responsive touchscreens and logical menu structures. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration are standard, ensuring seamless smartphone connectivity.
- Generous Trunk Space: The Passat boasts a substantial trunk, offering plenty of room for luggage, groceries, or gear, further enhancing its practicality.
What to Expect
Owning a 2020 Volkswagen Passat typically means experiencing a comfortable and reliable daily driver. The refined powertrain and well-tuned suspension contribute to a pleasant driving experience, whether navigating city streets or cruising on the highway.
Maintenance: Volkswagen vehicles generally require routine maintenance such as oil changes, filter replacements, and tire rotations. Scheduled maintenance intervals are typically aligned with industry standards. While the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine is known for its reliability, it's advisable to follow the manufacturer's recommended service schedule to ensure longevity. Parts and labor costs for Volkswagen can be on par with or slightly higher than some mainstream competitors, but are generally manageable.
Insurance: Insurance premiums for the 2020 Passat will vary based on factors such as your driving record, location, chosen coverage levels, and the specific trim you select. As a midsize sedan with a good safety rating and a range of available advanced safety features, it is likely to be competitively priced for insurance compared to vehicles with higher performance capabilities or less advanced safety systems. It's always recommended to get quotes from multiple insurance providers to find the best rate.
Potential Considerations
While the 2020 Passat excels in many areas, prospective buyers should be aware of a few potential considerations:
- Outdated Transmission: The six-speed automatic transmission, while smooth, is an older design compared to the more fuel-efficient eight-speed or dual-clutch automatic transmissions found in some competitors. This can result in slightly lower fuel economy ratings in certain driving conditions.
- Understated Styling: While the 2020 refresh brought a more modern look, the Passat's exterior design can be perceived as somewhat understated or conservative by some buyers seeking a more visually striking vehicle.
- Less Engaging Driving Dynamics: While comfortable, the Passat's driving dynamics are more focused on comfort than sportiness. Drivers seeking a more engaging and agile driving experience might find competitors offering a sharper feel.
- Limited Engine Choice: The singular engine option means there's no choice for buyers who prefer more power or a different engine configuration.
Overall Summary
The 2020 Volkswagen Passat is a compelling choice for those seeking a comfortable, spacious, and well-equipped midsize sedan. Its strong emphasis on passenger comfort, a user-friendly interior, and a comprehensive suite of safety features make it a practical and secure option for families and daily commuters alike. While it may not offer the most thrilling driving experience or the latest in transmission technology, its refined ride and solid build quality solidify its position as a dependable and sensible sedan. The 2020 Passat represents a mature and well-executed offering in the competitive midsize sedan segment.