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Volkswagen Passat 2011
This is what Ewan Kennedy liked most about this particular version of the Volkswagen Passat: Cheaper than the more prestigious marques from the same country, Good handling
The 2011 Volkswagen Passat carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2200 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Volkswagen Passat is also known as the Volkswagen Dasher, the Volkswagen Quantum, the Volkswagen Santana, the Volkswagen Corsar, the Volkswagen Magotan (China) and the Volkswagen Carat in markets outside Australia.
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Volkswagen Passat 2011 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Volkswagen Passat 2011 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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VW Passat a lemon?
It's impossible to say whether or not you have bought a lemon, but I would strongly urge you not to sell it, that would be the wrong thing to do at this stage. If you look on the positive side, VW has repaired the failures that have occurred, so they have backed the vehicle. The downside is that you would not expect a new car to have issues of the sort yours has had, and that's both disappointing and frustrating. But having bought the car, it's best to stick with it.
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VW Passat engine
Don't listen to "European car motor mechanics" for starters. I reckon if you checked in his back yard you'd find it full of Passat engines he would like to sell you. It's not a good idea to only do very short runs where the engine, gearbox and differential don't get a chance to warm-up, but runs of 10 to 50 km are fine.
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Volkswagen Passat 2011 Price and Specs
Pricing guides

Volkswagen Passat Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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118 TSI | Sedan | 1.8L PULP 7 SP AUTO | $6,600 | $9,240 | |
125 TDI Highline | Sedan | 2.0L Diesel 6 SP | $10,890 | $14,850 | |
CC 125 TDI | Sedan | 2.0L Diesel 6 SP | $9,240 | $13,090 | |
CC V6 FSI | Sedan | 3.6L PULP 6 SP | $11,660 | $15,510 | |
118 TSI | Wagon | 1.8L PULP 7 SP AUTO | $6,930 | $9,790 | |
125 TDI Highline | Wagon | 2.0L Diesel 6 SP | $7,810 | $11,000 | |
R36 | Wagon | 3.6L PULP 6 SP | $13,090 | $17,490 | |
V6 FSI Highline | Wagon | 3.6L PULP 6 SP | $10,120 | $13,860 |
Volkswagen Passat 2011 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2011 Volkswagen Passat are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1855mm x 1517mm and can vary on the basis of model.


Volkswagen Passat Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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118 TSI | Sedan | 1472x1820x4765 mm | — | |
118 TSI | Sedan | 1472x1820x4769 mm | — | |
118 TSI | Sedan | 1472x1820x4769 mm | 155 mm | |
125 TDI Highline | Sedan | 1472x1820x4769 mm | 136 mm | |
118 TSI | Wagon | 1517x1820x4771 mm | 155 mm | |
118 TSI | Wagon | 1517x1820x4771 mm | — | |
118 TSI | Wagon | 1517x1820x4774 mm | — | |
125 TDI Highline | Wagon | 1517x1820x4771 mm | 136 mm |
Volkswagen Passat 2011 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2011 Volkswagen Passat will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Volkswagen Passat vary from 17x7.5 inches to 18x8 inches.
Volkswagen Passat Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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118 TSI | Sedan | 235x45 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | 235x45 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | |
125 TDI Highline | Sedan | 235x45 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | 235x45 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | |
CC 125 TDI | Sedan | 235x40 R18 | 18x8 inches | 235x40 R18 | 18x8 inches | |
V6 FSI Highline | Sedan | 235x40 R18 | 18x8 inches | 235x40 R18 | 18x8 inches | |
118 TSI | Wagon | 235x45 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | 235x45 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | |
125 TDI Highline | Wagon | 235x45 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | 235x45 R17 | 17x7.5 inches | |
V6 FSI Highline | Wagon | 235x40 R18 | 18x8 inches | 235x40 R18 | 18x8 inches | |
R36 | Wagon | 235x40 R18 | 18x8 inches | 235x40 R18 | 18x8 inches |
Volkswagen Passat 2011 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2011 Volkswagen Passat is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Volkswagen Passat currently offers fuel consumption from 4.9 to 10.7L/100km. The Volkswagen Passat is available with the following fuel types: Diesel and PULP.
Volkswagen Passat Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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125 TDI Highline | Sedan | 2.0L,Diesel,6 SP | 5.7L/100km | |
118 TSI | Sedan | 1.8L,PULP,7 SP AUTO | 7.7L/100km | |
125 TDI Highline | Wagon | 2.0L,Diesel,6 SP | 5.7L/100km | |
118 TSI | Wagon | 1.8L,PULP,7 SP AUTO | 7.5L/100km |
Volkswagen Passat 2011 Towing capacity
The Volkswagen Passat’s towing capacity ranges from 1500kg to 2200kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
Volkswagen Passat Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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118 TSI | Sedan | 1.8L,PULP,7 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
125 TDI Highline | Sedan | 2.0L,Diesel,6 SP | 1500kg | |
CC 125 TDI | Sedan | 2.0L,Diesel,6 SP | 1800kg | |
V6 FSI Highline | Sedan | 3.2L,PULP,6 SP | 1500kg | |
118 TSI | Wagon | 1.8L,PULP,7 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
125 TDI Highline | Wagon | 2.0L,Diesel,6 SP | 1500kg | |
V6 FSI Highline | Wagon | 3.2L,PULP,6 SP | 1500kg | |
V6 FSI Highline | Wagon | 3.6L,PULP,6 SP | 1500kg |
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