HIGHWAY SAFETY RESEARCH & COMMUNICATIONS
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Volkswagen Passat

2013 Top Safety Pick + 2013 Volkswagen Passat built after October 2012

 

Moderate overlap front test results Moderate overlap front test results
Good 2012-13 models
Good 2006-10 models
Good 1998-2005 models
Poor 1995-97 models
Technical measurements (driver-side occupant compartment intrusion and driver injury) for midsize moderately priced cars

Small overlap front test results Small overlap front test results
Acceptable 2013 models built after October 2012
Technical measurements (driver-side occupant compartment intrusion and driver injury) for midsize moderately priced cars

Side impact test results Side impact test results
Good 2012-13 models
Good 2006-10 models with standard but without additional optional side airbags
Technical measurements (structure, driver injury, and passenger injury) for midsize moderately priced cars

Roof crush test results Roof strength test results
Good 2012-13 models
Good 2006-10 models

Rear crash protection Rear crash protection/head restraint ratings
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