Volkswagen Passat (sedan / Variant) · B7 (3C)
Generation 8 2010–2014
A thorough facelift of the B6 with a new front, better refinement and the common-rail TDIs. The 2.0 TDI 140/170 with a manual or the wet DSG 6 is the workhorse; the 1.4 TSI and dry DSG 7 need the usual checks. Alltrack (raised 4Motion Variant) is the desirable rarity.
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Recognition
How to tell it apart
- •Horizontal grille and headlights in the Mk6-Golf style, bi-xenon with LED DRL on higher trims
- •Variant with a long roof; Alltrack has cladding and raised suspension
Engines
Engines
1.4 TSI · 122 hp
2010–2014
Petrol · Manual / Dual-clutch automatic · FWD
EA111 chain tensioner risk; often with dry DSG. Economical when healthy.
1.4 TSI (twincharger) · 160 hp
2010–2014
Petrol · Manual / Dual-clutch automatic · FWD
Twincharger: high failure risk (pistons, chains, supercharger). Avoid without a documented rebuilt engine.
1.8 TSI · 160 hp
2010–2014
Petrol · Manual / Dual-clutch automatic · FWD
Gen-2 EA888: oil consumption and chain tensioner; fine after fixes.
2.0 TSI · 210 hp
2010–2014
Petrol · Manual / Dual-clutch automatic · FWD
Quick; same gen-2 EA888 concerns.
1.6 TDI · 105 hp
2010–2014
Diesel · Manual / Dual-clutch automatic · FWD
Slow but very frugal; injectors and DPF on tired examples.
2.0 TDI · 140 hp
2010–2014
Diesel · Manual / Dual-clutch automatic · FWD / AWD
The volume B7: durable common-rail EA189, wet DSG 6, 4Motion available. Best value in the range.
2.0 TDI · 170 hp
2010–2012
Diesel · Manual / Dual-clutch automatic · FWD / AWD
Quicker EA189 (177 hp CFGC from 2012). Same robustness.
2.0 TDI · 177 hp
2012–2014
Diesel · Manual / Dual-clutch automatic · FWD / AWD
Late B7 top diesel; Alltrack often has it.
| Engine | For sale now | Years | Gearbox · drive | Sought after | Robust | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1.4 TSI · 122 hp Petrol · 1.4 TSI · CAXA | 43 | 2010–2014 | Manual / Dual-clutch automatic FWD | EA111 chain tensioner risk; often with dry DSG. Economical when healthy. | ||
1.4 TSI (twincharger) · 160 hp Petrol · 1.4 TSI 160 · CAVD / CTHD | 9 | 2010–2014 | Manual / Dual-clutch automatic FWD | Twincharger: high failure risk (pistons, chains, supercharger). Avoid without a documented rebuilt engine. | ||
1.8 TSI · 160 hp Petrol · 1.8 TSI · CDAA (EA888 gen 2) | 53 | 2010–2014 | Manual / Dual-clutch automatic FWD | Gen-2 EA888: oil consumption and chain tensioner; fine after fixes. | ||
2.0 TSI · 210 hp Petrol · 2.0 TSI · CCZA (EA888 gen 2) | 40 | 2010–2014 | Manual / Dual-clutch automatic FWD | Quick; same gen-2 EA888 concerns. | ||
1.6 TDI · 105 hp Diesel · 1.6 TDI BlueMotion · CAYC | 88 | 2010–2014 | Manual / Dual-clutch automatic FWD | Slow but very frugal; injectors and DPF on tired examples. | ||
2.0 TDI · 140 hp Diesel · 2.0 TDI 140 · CFFB (EA189) | 263 | 2010–2014 | Manual / Dual-clutch automatic FWD / AWD | The volume B7: durable common-rail EA189, wet DSG 6, 4Motion available. Best value in the range. | ||
2.0 TDI · 170 hp Diesel · 2.0 TDI 170 · CFGB | 68 | 2010–2012 | Manual / Dual-clutch automatic FWD / AWD | Quicker EA189 (177 hp CFGC from 2012). Same robustness. | ||
2.0 TDI · 177 hp Diesel · 2.0 TDI 177 · CFGC | 59 | 2012–2014 | Manual / Dual-clutch automatic FWD / AWD | Late B7 top diesel; Alltrack often has it. |
Versions
What the badges mean
Trendline
commonbase
2010–2014
Basic fleet trim.
Comfortline
commonequipment line
2010–2014
Volume trim with alloys and Climatronic.
Highline
uncommonequipment line
2010–2014
Top trim: Alcantara/leather, bi-xenon, chrome, often navigation.
R-Line
uncommonequipment line
2011–2014
Sport styling package; no mechanical change.
Alltrack
rarespecial edition
2012–2014
Raised Variant with 4Motion, cladding, underbody protection.
Options
Options that matter
rare
DCC adaptive chassis
Rare comfort/handling option.
uncommon
Bi-xenon with LED DRL
Better lights; Highline.
rare
Adaptive cruise control
Rare on B7.
uncommon
RNS 510 navigation
Large-screen navigation.
uncommon
Leather / Alcantara
Highline option.
rare
Dynaudio sound
Premium audio.
rare
Webasto parking heater
Valued; rare.
common
Heated front seats
Valued.
uncommon
Panoramic sunroof (Variant)
Check drains.
uncommon
Electric tailgate
Convenience.
uncommon
Park Assist / camera
Convenience.
common
Tow bar
Very common on Variant.
Before you buy
What to know
Strengths
- +EA189 2.0 TDI is durable and cheap to run
- +Huge boot, comfortable, quiet
- +Cheap parts and universal service
Expensive when they fail
DSG 7 mechatronicsTwincharger engineInjectors
Polish market
The 2.0 TDI 140 Variant Comfortline is the Polish default; Highline and Alltrack with history are worth more than the odometer suggests.
Known weak points
- seriousTwincharger 1.4 TSI and EA111 chain160 hp twincharger engines fail; 122 hp units have chain tensioner risk.Check: Cold-start video; ask about engine/tensioner work.
- seriousDry DSG 7 (DQ200)Mechatronics and clutch failures on 1.4 TSI and 1.6 TDI.Check: Feel for judder; ask about mechatronic replacement.
- moderateEA888 gen-2 oil consumption (1.8/2.0 TSI)Piston rings and chain tensioner.Check: Ask about oil consumption per 1,000 km.
- moderateDiesel ageing itemsEGR, DPF, injectors, dual mass; deleted DPFs on cheap cars.Check: Ask whether DPF/EGR are original; listen for flywheel rattle.
- moderateFleet mileage and correctionEx-fleet 300,000 km cars with optimistic odometers are common.Check: Compare wear to mileage; ask for VIN and inspection records.
- noteElectric parking brake and electricsParking brake modules and window regulators fail occasionally.Check: Test the parking brake and all windows.
From the market
Real cars on sale right now
From the market
Engines actually on sale
Grouped from 633 live listings: what people are selling, at what price and mileage.
| Engine | Share | Typical price | Median mileage | Gearbox · drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2.0 Diesel · 140 hp 2.0 TDI Comfortline | 40% | 25 000 PLN | 272 789 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD / AWD |
1.6 Diesel · 105 hp 1.6 TDI Comfortline | 12% | 21 700 PLN | 269 972 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD |
2.0 Diesel · 170 hp 2.0 TDI 4Mot Highline DSG | 11% | 26 999 PLN | 273 500 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD / AWD |
2.0 Diesel · 177 hp 2.0 TDI Highline DSG | 9% | 31 000 PLN | 265 000 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD / AWD |
1.8 Petrol · 160 hp 1.8 TSI Comfortline | 7% | 24 000 PLN | 195 000 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD |
1.4 Petrol · 122 hp 1.4 TSI Comfortline | 6% | 23 800 PLN | 197 500 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD |
2.0 Petrol · 211 hp 2.0 TSI Highline DSG | 6% | 40 000 PLN | 54 104 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD |
1.4 Petrol · 160 hp 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Technology Highline | 1% | 34 900 PLN | 150 000 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD |
From the market
Price by model year
Typical price and mileage for each model year on sale.
From the market
Most common versions
- Comfortline57
- Highline56
- DPF Highline8
- Blue SCR Comfortline8
- 4Mot Highline8
- Trendline6
- DPF Comfortline6
- Comfortline Optimum5
From the market
Equipment seen most often
Radio 100%Electric front windows 100%Traction control 100%ESP stability control 100%Driver airbag 100%Passenger airbag 100%Isofix child seat anchors 100%Front armrest 92%Electric rear windows 92%Electric door mirrors 92%Heated door mirrors 92%ABS 92%Front curtain airbags 92%Front side airbags 92%
Our picks
Versions worth looking for
2.0 TDI 140 CFFB Variant, manual or DSG 6, documented
The durable workhorse.
Alltrack 2.0 TDI 177
Rare, capable and desirable.