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Model | Passat | Passat | Passat | Passat | Passat | Passat | Passat | Passat | Passat | Passat | Passat | Passat | Model S | Model S | Model S |
Trim | 2.5L S | 1.8T S | 2.5L Wolfsburg Edition | 1.8T Wolfsburg Edition | 2.5L SE | 1.8T SE | TDI SE | V6 SE | 1.8T Sport | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | 75D | 100D | P100D |
Engines | |||||||||||||||
Transmissions | |||||||||||||||
Drivetrains | |||||||||||||||
Tires | |||||||||||||||
Audio Systems | |||||||||||||||
Accessories | |||||||||||||||
Automatically maintains speed based on preceding car and speed limit signs. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value. | |||||||||||||||
Change lanes by tapping turn signal. | |||||||||||||||
Car enters and exits parking spaces and garages without a driver in the car. Controlled by key fob or remote app. | |||||||||||||||
Tell the car where to go and it does the rest. Subject to future system validation and regulatory approval. | |||||||||||||||
The car autonomously searches for a parking spot before parking itself. Subject to future system validation and regulatory approval. | |||||||||||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||||||||||||||
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | |||||||||||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |||||||||||||||
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | |||||||||||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||||||||||||||
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | |||||||||||||||
Automatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator. | |||||||||||||||
The car steers itself with no requirement that the driver keep a hand on the steering wheel. Can require that the driver take over at any time. | |||||||||||||||
Homelink. | |||||||||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | |||||||||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||||||||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||||||||||||||
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | |||||||||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||||||||||||||
Applies the brakes to a slipping drive wheel to transfer torque to the other side, simulating the effect of a limited-slip differential. We haven't identified all applications, often implied by traction control. | |||||||||||||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | |||||||||||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||||||||||||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | |||||||||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | |||||||||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | |||||||||||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | |||||||||||||||
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | |||||||||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |||||||||||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |||||||||||||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |||||||||||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |||||||||||||||
Cargo Management | |||||||||||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | |||||||||||||||
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat. | |||||||||||||||
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | |||||||||||||||
Climate Control | |||||||||||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||||||||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||||||||
Highly effective interior air filter. | |||||||||||||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |||||||||||||||
Ionizes air to clean it. Might create high levels of ozone. | |||||||||||||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | |||||||||||||||
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling. | |||||||||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |||||||||||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||||||||||||||
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | |||||||||||||||
Engine / Motor | |||||||||||||||
Triple level charger, fastest charge times with 220V source. | |||||||||||||||
Allows for quick charging to 80 percent capacity at 440V charging stations. Using such chargers frequently might degrade the battery. | |||||||||||||||
Increases charge rate when using an upgraded at-home charger. | |||||||||||||||
Exterior | |||||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||||||||
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | |||||||||||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||||||||||||||
One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed. | |||||||||||||||
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof. | |||||||||||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||||||||||||||
Gas Guzzler Tax | |||||||||||||||
Infotainment | |||||||||||||||
Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period. | |||||||||||||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | |||||||||||||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |||||||||||||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | |||||||||||||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |||||||||||||||
Includes CD player. | |||||||||||||||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | |||||||||||||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | |||||||||||||||
Connects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | |||||||||||||||
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port. | |||||||||||||||
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | |||||||||||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||||||||||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | |||||||||||||||
Alerts driver when the car is moving out of range of any quick charging station. | |||||||||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||||||||||||||
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | |||||||||||||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | |||||||||||||||
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||||||||||||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||||||||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||||||||||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||||||||||
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
High beams automatically turned on and off. | |||||||||||||||
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||||||||||||||
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned. | |||||||||||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||||||||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||||||||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | |||||||||||||||
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches. | |||||||||||||||
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information. | |||||||||||||||
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types. | |||||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||||||||
Front row reading lights. | |||||||||||||||
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | |||||||||||||||
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | |||||||||||||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||||||||||||||
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | |||||||||||||||
Displays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability. | |||||||||||||||
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned. | |||||||||||||||
Reports engine speed. | |||||||||||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |||||||||||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||||||||||
Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together. | |||||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||||||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||||||||||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |||||||||||||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||||||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||||||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||||||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||||||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||||||||||||
Seat faces rearward. | |||||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||||||||
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe. | |||||||||||||||
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars. | |||||||||||||||
Seating surfaces are part cloth or vinyl, part synthetic suede. | |||||||||||||||
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | |||||||||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||||||||||
Air springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height. | |||||||||||||||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | |||||||||||||||
Transmission | |||||||||||||||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. |
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