Saloon · 2015–2024

VolkswagenPassat

Fleet favourite saloon/estate. Comfortable miles-eater; DSG and DPF health decide whether it’s a bargain or a bill.

Best for: High-mileage drivers and estate buyers.

Indicative running costs ~£1,850–£2,692 / year

Power: 150–190 hp
Economy: 50–65 mpg
Fuel: Diesel
Boot: 586–1,780 litres
0–60: 8.5–12.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Commonly 205/55 R16 – 245/40 R18

Tyre pressure (cold)

Often ~32–38 PSI cold — door sticker is law for loading

Engine oil

Often VW 504/507 or Audi equivalent LongLife — match the exact approval

Oil capacity

Typically ~4–5.7 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most post-2015 Euro 6 diesels are ULEZ compliant — still check the plate on TfL

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Volkswagen Passat at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£1,850–£2,692 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£811/yr @ 65 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£240–£400 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£100–£260 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

5 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
S / SE TSI Petrol. 1.5–2.0 TSI · 40–50 mpg	1.5–2.0 TSI	150 hp	40–50 mpg	~£195*
SE Nav / GT 2.0 TDI Diesel volume. 2.0 TDI · 50–65 mpg	2.0 TDI	150–190 hp	50–65 mpg	~£195*
R-Line Styling. Various · 45–60 mpg	Various	150–190 hp	45–60 mpg	~£195+*
Estate / Alltrack Wagon. Various · 40–60 mpg	Various	150–190 hp	40–60 mpg	~£195*
GTE PHEV Plug-in. 1.4 PHEV · Variable	1.4 PHEV	~218 hp	Variable	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine2.0 litre

Gearbox5- or 6-speed manual; automatic varies by trim

DimensionsApprox. 4.0–4.6m long · 1.7–1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeCommonly 205/55 R16 – 245/40 R18

Tyre pressureOften ~32–38 PSI cold — door sticker is law for loading

OilOften VW 504/507 or Audi equivalent LongLife — match the exact approval

Oil capacityTypically ~4–5.7 litres

ULEZMost post-2015 Euro 6 diesels are ULEZ compliant — still check the plate on TfL

Buying a used Passat

1DSG oil/filter history
2Estate vs saloon
3R-Line alloys kerbing

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

DSG mechatronics if neglected
DPF / EGR on short-trip diesels
Water pump / thermostat leaks

Volkswagen Passat FAQs

Is a used Volkswagen Passat expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£1,850–£2,692 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Volkswagen Passat need?

Often ~32–38 PSI cold — door sticker is law for loading. Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Volkswagen Passat take?

Often VW 504/507 or Audi equivalent LongLife — match the exact approval. Capacity is Typically ~4–5.7 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Volkswagen Passat problems?

Buyers most often watch for: DSG mechatronics if neglected; DPF / EGR on short-trip diesels. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Volkswagen Passat ULEZ compliant?

Most post-2015 Euro 6 diesels are ULEZ compliant — still check the plate on TfL

Owner handbook

Official Volkswagen manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN