5 Hidden Features of the Volkswagen Passat! (2012-2022 B7-Generation NMS Platform)

Here's a brief video by ‪@BornToDriveOfficial‬ detailing 5 facts and features that you may not have known about the 2012-2022 VW Passat B7 Generation, built on the NMS platform. Please place any questions or comments related to the video in the section below. I hope you enjoy the video!
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[@brandonmarino7688]

For the windows roll up feature you can also just touch and hold the exterior lock area and it will roll windows up and close sunroof.

[@thechuck1977]

My 2022 SE doesn’t do this unless I need to wait longer before trying ?

[@MJgaming426]

I have the door handle sensors, if I notice a window down, all I have to do is press and hold the lock sensor to roll an up

[@gregramos-williams250]

@@thechuck1977you have to hold your finger on the sensor then your windows will go up and the sunroof will close.

[@DanielPlayzYT]

The VR6 engine from 2012-2019 features the DSG (Dual-Clutch) transmission, as well as the 2012-2015 TDI Diesel engine

[@brendamaejoyner]

Great info..Thanks

[@lilamize7676]

Just got the 2019 wolfsburg tiptronic gotta say it's pretty cool 😎

[@owuns05]

DEPRESS ZE BREAK!🗣️💯

[@regular3dguy830]

You can roll up the windows by holding the lock button on your fob if the feature is unlocked and if you hold the unlock button it rolls the windows down. You can buy an OBDeleven and unlock it yours too. This feature was already in Wolfsburg edition Jettas in 97-98. Not sure why it's not just standard

[@teknykill]

I was able to set my key to open and close windows Via Carly device. Thanks for video I have 2017 R line

[@bkell1011]

Thanks I didn't know about the interior window switch trick. Also I thought my transmission was doing the neutral shift because it was set up for a start stop car, I didn't know it was intentional to save gas. The aisin feels like every gear is an overdrive.

[@waltherppx6314]

I wouldn't call the slight steering wheel offset a "feature"... I've owned a 2013 Passat TDI SE and currently own a 2018 Passat GT. If I hadn't read somewhere that the steering wheel was slightly offset from centerline of the driver's seat I never would have noticed.

[@jeepthing98]

Same. I've now had 2 Passats, a 16 and now a 19 and Ive read some reviews which brings it up but to me the wheel is not really off center. I had a Tahoe which had a noticeable tilt where the right side of the wheel was cockeyed towards my right arm vs my left arm. Supposedly it was to aid entry and exit but to me it was annoying.

[@davekrett]

thanks! manual trans is nice, i enjoy my car a lot. same deal with starting, turn key and tells ya to depress brake & clutch to start. When ya do, bingo.

[@Manc-king]

also keep your finger on the lock button on your key it will put all your windows up same if you hold the unlock button {well they do in europe} also i don't know if this model is the same but on mine if you keep the button from face vents and the ac button pressed it will recalibrate the vents inside the dash

[@Milsolen]

Are there differences in interior width with eu vs us models? Because i got a eu variant. But my airvents in the side are way smaller and my steeringwheel isn't off set either

[@65strad]

Bought new 2014 SE w/roof 1.8 tiptronic trans. Well serviced ZERO squeak creak or rattles 162,213 miles. Use BG 5K oil changes. By FAR the least trouble of ANY car owned in my 66 years including a new 2011 Gernan built base DSG trans GTI. Did 90 miles in the slow lane at 60, cruise control little varation on the trip 42.3 mpg. Can't tell me they're not great cars. Gotta keep on basic maintenance

[@chuckreis1]

i have 2014 tsi se passat as far as it experts says its one of vw best year on cars. 7 years and not a single problem.

[@redthreadzen]

Tiguan has same brake /start arangement. I'm pretty sure if you long hold the door lock button on your remote it will wind all the windows up, and in reverse if you long hold the unlock it will wind all the windows down. If yours doesn't do that it can be coded to do it.

[@iamfree3150]

Also when you get out of the vehicle windows are down you can hold down the lock button on the door handle and it will close all the windows

[@sawyerc4087]

Weird about the brake. I have a 2012 and it has a dummy light for when your foot is OFF the break while in park. I’ve never EVER had to press the brake pedal in before starting mine.

[@Will-cs3yb]

I have a 2012 and mine is the same as yours. No need to press the brake.

[@toneholla8459]

Mine too 2012 Passat s 2.5

[@andrewbrown1463]

My 2017 SE 1.8t has climatronic failure where the ducts for cabin air don’t change. Cheap Chinese duct flap control. I already changed out the temp actuator. The duct actuator cannot be accessed without removing the dash so dealing with it.

[@danielbrown2956]

I bought a Passat about 3 weeks ago, its only an S model but the 2.0Litre Diesel is a peach. Tons of power and so quiet for a diesel. Comes with decent kit as standard too, will 100% keep it for a good few years, after that my next car will be a Passat for sure.

[@MRHOTCAKE]

I have a 2013 Passat is a 3.6 the transmission is a DSG its so efficient but I need to take care of it

[@martinflawless675]

Just found this channel I’m thinking about buying a 2016 Volkswagen passat 1.8T S Sedan 4Dare these car’s reliable or they have tons of issues.

[@Yentirb68]

Make sure the fuel pumps and water pumps are replaced

[@giotto4321]

I think the dates you give for the B7 variant might only apply for the US models. Elsewhere the B7 was from 2010-2015 and B8 was 2015-2023 with the B9 is just out very recently. Didn't you guys get the B8?

[@MarkfromNewYork]

the passat NMS is USDM and made in the states

[@ihababbas9863]

Nice video. I have a 2014 manual transmission Volkswagen Passat with 73,000 miles that I want to buy. It has free accident history claim title. Do you think it is a good car to buy specially when it’s a manual transmission

[@thsarethbreaks]

yes

[@chuckreis1]

i have the same car also with 73k miles would change for a manual in a heart beat... 2014 is a great year for passats they are solid

[@Rashaunbrown87]

Im sitting in my 2014 VW Passat and it currently has 107,558 miles and still runs well. I love it. I’m thinking of doing some mods to it.

[@titusm9837]

Windows open and close when long pressing the remote key button so the one with long press button inside drivers dor is not that useful. Remotely opening and closing widows is much much better (when the vehicle is very hot you can first open all windows for a fast cooling or when you are further away you can still close all windows). As far as I know only vag cars have this but is something that was present since 2000's (tested on all audi and vw models).

[@tomassmolka7339]

my 2005 Lexus es 330{USA} did same with all windows and sunroof , now I just buy my 2014 VW passat B7 dsg , {European version} and will trying if has same features too {I heard US version from EU are different ones}

[@Aer0nfps]

I thought passat had 6 speed DSG. Please clarify.

[@Kwalk8808]

The 3.6 and the diesel do but not the 2.5 5 cyl

[@rusted5408]

Wrong. Most automatic cars you must put the brake on before starting the car.

[@tkocapsir1985]

Dont have to use the brake in mine

[@geraldarcuri9307]

The steering wheel offset is unconscionable. Saving cost? Seriously?

[@jakemadden4308]

You are being over dramatic. I barely notice it.

[@rusted5408]

I've driven other cars that are similar.

[@briang70]

I would never have noticed the offset had it not been brought to my attention. No big deal.

[@user-si1up9jx3b]

uniteresid

[@user-ll8eo5yk3w]

What a useless video. First, you say people don't know these features so confidently. Well, I knew them. Then you show the most useless features on the car. Plus, where is the proof of the transmission go into neutral when stopped and in drive. Most automatic transmission go into 'neutral' when stopped and in drive. You didn't even show that the windows roll up and down with the key fob which is useful.

[@greenlit1446]

My 2013 starting procedure is normal turn the key to start foot on or off the brake.