2022 Volkswagen Passat
2022 Volkswagen Passat — final U.S. catalog year.
Trim: SE
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2022 Volkswagen Passat snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2022 Volkswagen Passat typically asks about $14,000 versus a $26,900 starting MSRP when new — roughly 52% retained. No NHTSA recalls are listed for the 2022 Volkswagen Passat in our refresh, though owners have filed 11 complaints — check the component breakdown below.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$14,000
52% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$26,900
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
11
Top: Service Brakes
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2022 Passat?
No recalls in our last refresh, but owners filed 11 complaints — review the top components below.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
11 complaints · 1 crash-related. Top components:
- Service Brakes3
- Engine2
- Lane Departure2
- Steering2
- Electrical System1
- Power Train1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
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How much does a used 2022 Passat cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $14,000 in typical used asking against a $26,900 starting MSRP — roughly 52% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $26,900
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $14,000
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 52% of MSRP
~$12,900 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2022 Passat?
The 2022 Volkswagen Passat is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The U.S. Passat ended after 2022. This page covers the final model year. The 2022 Volkswagen Passat was the final model year covered in this catalog. The Volkswagen Passat is a nameplate of large family cars (D-segment) manufactured and marketed by the German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen since 1973 and also marketed variously as the Dasher, Santana, Quantum, Magotan, Corsar and Carat — in saloon, estate, and hatchback body styles. Published 2022 dimensions include overall length 193.7 in, width 72.4 in, height 57.9 in, and wheelbase 110.2 in, with curb weight around 3324.6 lb.
- Final U.S. catalog year
- No clear 2022 vPIC model match
- Wheelbase 110.2 in
- Curb weight about 3324.6 lb
- About 193.7 × 72.4 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
Final U.S. model year.
How does the 2022 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 174 hp, 206 lb-ft, 28 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
174 hp
Torque
206 lb-ft
Combined MPG
28 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2022 selected trim (28 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,500
5-year energy
$7,500
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 28 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.0L Turbo I4
- Drivetrain
- FWD
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 193.7 in
- Width
- 72.4 in
- Height
- 57.9 in
- Wheelbase
- 110.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3324.6 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- Combined MPG
- 28
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | SE | R-Line |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 174 hp | 174 hp |
| Torque | 206 lb-ft | 206 lb-ft |
| Combined MPG | 28 | 28 |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo I4 | 2.0L Turbo I4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 174 | 206 | — | 28 | FWD | |
| 174 | 206 | — | 28 | FWD | |
| 174 | 206 | — | 28 | FWD |