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About this generation

The North American Passat NMS was developed specifically for the US and Asian markets, offering an extended wheelbase and maximum rear space.

The Volkswagen Passat NMS (New Midsize Sedan) debuted in 2011 as a distinct model targeted at North America, China, and South Korea. Differing from the European B7, it featured a longer body with a wheelbase stretched by 91 mm and unique exterior stampings. The vehicle prioritized maximum rear knee room and plush suspension comfort at an accessible price point, built strictly as a four-door sedan.

US powertrain specs included a 2.5-liter five-cylinder (170 hp), a 3.6-liter VR6 (280 hp), 1.8/2.0 TSI turbo fours, and a 2.0 TDI turbodiesel. In 2019, a major restyle (NMS II) introduced bolder coupe-like styling cues and updated electronics, continuing assembly in Chattanooga until production officially ceased in 2022.

Specifications

4868 mm191.7 in

Length

1835 mm72.2 in

Width

1472 mm58.0 in

Height

2803 mm110.4 in

Wheelbase

450 l15.9 cu ft

Trunk

140 mm5.5 in

Ground clearance

Petrol

1.4 TSI

129hp(96 kW)

1.4 l 5-speed manual FWD 0–100 10.4 s

2011–2015

Torque: 220 Nm (162 lb-ft)
Top speed: 200 km/h (124 mph)
Displacement: 1390 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: CFBA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1440 kg (3175 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 6.9 l/100 km (34 mpg US) NEDC

1.4 TSI

129hp(96 kW)

1.4 l 7-speed DCT FWD 0–100 10.3 s

2011–2015

Torque: 220 Nm (162 lb-ft)
Top speed: 200 km/h (124 mph)
Displacement: 1390 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: CFBA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1455 kg (3208 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 6.7 l/100 km (35 mpg US) NEDC

1.4 TSI

148hp(110 kW)

1.4 l 5-speed manual FWD 0–100 9.1 s

2015–2018

Torque: 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
Top speed: 215 km/h (134 mph)
Displacement: 1395 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: CSSA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1445 kg (3186 lb)
Fuel tank: 69 l (18.1 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 5.8 l/100 km (41 mpg US) NEDC

1.4 TSI

148hp(110 kW)

1.4 l 7-speed DCT FWD 0–100 9.1 s

2015–2018

Torque: 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
Top speed: 215 km/h (134 mph)
Displacement: 1395 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: CSSA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1460 kg (3219 lb)
Fuel tank: 69 l (18.1 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 5.8 l/100 km (41 mpg US) NEDC

1.8 TSI

158hp(118 kW)

1.8 l 7-speed DCT FWD 0–100 9.0 s

2011–2015

Torque: 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
Top speed: 215 km/h (134 mph)
Displacement: 1798 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: CEAA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1515 kg (3340 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.6 l/100 km (31 mpg US) NEDC

1.8 TSI

168hp(125 kW)

1.8 l 5-speed manual FWD

2013–2015

Torque: 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
Top speed: 190 km/h (118 mph)
Displacement: 1798 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: CPKA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1461 kg (3221 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)

1.8 TSI

168hp(125 kW)

1.8 l 6-speed automatic FWD

2013–2017

Torque: 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
Top speed: 190 km/h (118 mph)
Displacement: 1798 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: CPKA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1475 kg (3252 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)

2.5

168hp(125 kW)

2.5 l 5-speed manual FWD

2011–2014

Torque: 240 Nm (177 lb-ft)
Top speed: 190 km/h (118 mph)
Displacement: 2480 cc
Cylinders: 5
Engine: CBTA
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1445 kg (3186 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)

2.5

168hp(125 kW)

2.5 l 6-speed automatic FWD

2011–2014

Torque: 240 Nm (177 lb-ft)
Top speed: 190 km/h (118 mph)
Displacement: 2480 cc
Cylinders: 5
Engine: CBTA
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1462 kg (3223 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)

2.0 TSI

174hp(130 kW)

2.0 l 6-speed automatic FWD

2017–2022

Torque: 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
Top speed: 190 km/h (118 mph)
Displacement: 1984 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: DDSA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1485 kg (3274 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)

1.8 TSI

177hp(132 kW)

1.8 l 7-speed DCT FWD 0–100 8.5 s

2016–2018

Torque: 300 Nm (221 lb-ft)
Top speed: 225 km/h (140 mph)
Displacement: 1798 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: CUFA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1530 kg (3373 lb)
Fuel tank: 69 l (18.1 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 6.8 l/100 km (35 mpg US) NEDC

2.0 TSI

197hp(147 kW)

2.0 l 6-speed DCT FWD 0–100 8.0 s

2011–2015

Torque: 280 Nm (207 lb-ft)
Top speed: 230 km/h (143 mph)
Displacement: 1984 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: CGMA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1550 kg (3417 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.9 l/100 km (30 mpg US) NEDC

2.0 TSI

217hp(162 kW)

2.0 l 7-speed DCT FWD 0–100 7.4 s

2016–2018

Torque: 350 Nm (258 lb-ft)
Top speed: 238 km/h (148 mph)
Displacement: 1984 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: DBFA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1575 kg (3472 lb)
Fuel tank: 69 l (18.1 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 7.0 l/100 km (34 mpg US) NEDC

3.0 V6

247hp(184 kW)

3.0 l 6-speed DCT FWD 0–100 7.4 s

2011–2015

Torque: 310 Nm (229 lb-ft)
Top speed: 240 km/h (149 mph)
Displacement: 2975 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: CNGA
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1650 kg (3638 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 10.0 l/100 km (24 mpg US) NEDC

3.6 FSI

276hp(206 kW)

3.6 l 6-speed DCT FWD

2011–2018

Torque: 350 Nm (258 lb-ft)
Top speed: 209 km/h (130 mph)
Displacement: 3597 cc
Cylinders: 6
Engine: CDVC
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 1563 kg (3446 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)

Diesel

2.0 TDI

138hp(103 kW)

2.0 l 6-speed manual FWD

2011–2014

Torque: 320 Nm (236 lb-ft)
Displacement: 1968 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: CKRA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1546 kg (3408 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 6.7 l/100 km (35 mpg US) EPA

2.0 TDI

138hp(103 kW)

2.0 l 6-speed DCT FWD

2011–2014

Torque: 320 Nm (236 lb-ft)
Displacement: 1968 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: CKRA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1570 kg (3461 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 6.9 l/100 km (34 mpg US) EPA

2.0 TDI

148hp(110 kW)

2.0 l 6-speed manual FWD

2014–2015

Torque: 320 Nm (236 lb-ft)
Displacement: 1968 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: CVCA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1550 kg (3417 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 6.7 l/100 km (35 mpg US) EPA

2.0 TDI

148hp(110 kW)

2.0 l 6-speed DCT FWD

2014–2015

Torque: 320 Nm (236 lb-ft)
Displacement: 1968 cc
Cylinders: 4
Engine: CVCA
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1575 kg (3472 lb)
Fuel tank: 70 l (18.5 gal US)
Fuel consumption: 6.9 l/100 km (34 mpg US) EPA

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