Volkswagen Passat Horsepower & Torque (2002-2022)

The Volkswagen Passat has been a cornerstone of the D-segment family car market since its debut in 1973, offering a blend of practicality and performance across multiple generations.

From 2002 to 2022, the Passat featured a wide range of engine options, including a 1.8L turbocharged inline-4, a unique 4.0L W8, and a 3.6L V6, with power outputs ranging from 134 hp to 280 hp.

Torque figures spanned from 166 lb-ft to 273 lb-ft, with configurations including front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD).

Transmission options included 5- and 6-speed manuals, as well as automatic and Tiptronic systems.

Notably, the W8 engine, available in the early 2000s, was a rare and innovative offering in the midsize sedan segment.

Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data for each model year.

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B8: 2015-2015

2015 Volkswagen Passat Horsepower And Torque

The Volkswagen Passat offers a horsepower range from 150 hp with the 2.0L I4 engine to 280 hp with the 3.6L V6 engine.

Torque output varies from 184 lb-ft with the 1.8L I4 engine to 258 lb-ft with the 3.6L V6 engine.

Transmission options include a 6-speed automatic with overdrive, and the drivetrain configuration is front-wheel drive (FWD).