Volkswagen Passat B8
Produced from 2015–2023, the Volkswagen Passat B8 (3G) is catalogued here with 3 powertrains. 1 petrol, 1 diesel, 1 plug-in hybrid, spanning 150 to 218 hp. The quickest version, the GTE 1.4 PHEV, covers 0–100 km/h in 7.4 seconds. For fuel costs, the 2.0 TDI leads the range at 53 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4767 × 1832 × 1456 mm on a 2791 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Volkswagen Passat B8 (3G) was manufactured from 2015 – 2023 (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 model years) as a sedan. Across 3 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 150 to 218 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 53.0 MPG combined (2.0 TDI).
Power range
150–218 hp
Quickest 0–100
7.4 s
Best combined
53 MPG
Length
4.77 m
01Decision support
Which Passat B8 suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
2.0 TDI
53.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 17% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Passat B8.
Performance · quickest
GTE 1.4 PHEV
0–100 km/h in 7.4s · 218 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
Sweet spot · balance
1.5 TSI
150 hp · 44.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
023 powertrains (1 petrol · 1 diesel · 1 plug-in hybrid)
Full specifications
| Specification | 1.5 TSIPetrol | 2.0 TDIDiesel | GTE 1.4 PHEVPlug-in Hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine code | EA211 evo | EA288 | EA211 + e-motor |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Diesel | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Displacement | 1.5L (1,498 cc) | 2.0L (1,968 cc) | 1.4L (1,395 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 | I4 + e-motor |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Power | 150 hp / 112 kW | 150 hp / 112 kW | 218 hp / 163 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm / 184 lb-ft | 340 Nm / 251 lb-ft | 400 Nm / 295 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.9 s | 8.7 s | 7.4 s |
| Top speed | 220 km/h (137 mph) | 223 km/h (139 mph) | 225 km/h (140 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch | Dual-clutch | Dual-clutch |
| Gears | 7 | 7 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | |||
| City | 37 MPG (6.4 L/100km) | 44 MPG (5.3 L/100km) | — |
| Highway | 51 MPG (4.6 L/100km) | 60 MPG (3.9 L/100km) | — |
| Combined | 44 MPG (5.3 L/100km) | 53 MPG (4.4 L/100km) | — |
| Electric range | — | — | 50 km (31 mi) |
| Battery | — | — | 13.0 kWh |
| CO₂ emissions | 128 g/km | 122 g/km | 37 g/km |
| Weight & Body | |||
| Curb weight | 1,405 kg (3,097 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 1,730 kg (3,814 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2015–2023 | 2015–2023 | 2015–2023 |
03Then vs now
3G vs. previous generation
| Metric | Change vs. 36 |
|---|---|
| Peak power | +58 hp |
| Quickest 0–100 km/h | -1.1 s |
| Best combined MPG | +5 MPG |
| Average curb weight | +87 kg |
Why this matters
Versus the 36, the 3G is clearly more efficient, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line, heavier, mostly safety and equipment mass. Used-car shoppers should weigh these shifts against the 36's typically lower asking prices.
View the 36 spec sheet0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,767 mm
187.7 in
Width
1,832 mm
72.1 in
Height
1,456 mm
57.3 in
Wheelbase
2,791 mm
109.9 in
Curb weight spans 1,405–1,730 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Passat B8: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Volkswagen Passat B8 (3G)?
The Volkswagen Passat B8 (3G) lineup offers 1 petrol · 1 diesel · 1 plug-in hybrid: 1.5 TSI (150 hp), 2.0 TDI (150 hp), GTE 1.4 PHEV (218 hp).
How quick is the Volkswagen Passat B8 (3G) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the GTE 1.4 PHEV, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.4s, reaching a top speed of 225 km/h (140 mph) with the GTE 1.4 PHEV.
What is the most fuel-efficient Volkswagen Passat B8 (3G) trim?
The 2.0 TDI delivers the highest fuel economy at 53.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 3 powertrains, fuel economy spans 44–53 combined MPG.
How does the 3G compare to the previous Volkswagen Passat?
Against the 36 predecessor it replaces, the 3G is clearly more efficient, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line, heavier, mostly safety and equipment mass. Side-by-side technical specs are detailed in the comparison table below.
What model years are included in the Volkswagen Passat B8 (3G)?
The Volkswagen Passat B8 (3G) was produced from 2015 – 2023, spanning the following model years: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Volkswagen Passat B8 (3G)?
4767 mm long, 1832 mm wide, 1456 mm tall on a 2791 mm wheelbase (187.7 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Volkswagen PassatCertification data, 2015–2023
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2015 Volkswagen Passat, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Volkswagen official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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