2005 Volkswagen Passat Towing Capacity

Up to

1600kg

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The towing capacity of the 2005 Volkswagen Passat supports up to 1600kg. This is a braked figure, while the maximum load for any vehicle without using trailer brakes is 750kg, if rated to tow that much in the first place. Kilograms can also be expressed as kilos, and if you want to know the tow rating in tonnes, just divide the kg figure by 1000. But, before you try towing with any car, ute, van, SUV or 4x4, be sure to check with the manufacturer or your owner's manual to ensure your 2005 Volkswagen Passat matches the example listed here.

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2005 Volkswagen Passat braked* towing capacity

Sedan

2005 Volkswagen Passat	Specs	Braked capacity
V5	Specs: 2.3L, Premium Unleaded Petrol, 5 SPEED AUTOMATIC TIPTRONIC	Braked capacity: 1300kg
V6	Specs: 2.8L, Premium Unleaded Petrol, 5 SPEED AUTOMATIC TIPTRONIC	Braked capacity: 1300kg

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2005 Volkswagen Passat	Specs	Braked capacity
V6	Specs: 2.8L, Premium Unleaded Petrol, 5 SPEED AUTOMATIC TIPTRONIC	Braked capacity: 1600kg

* Requires braking on both wheels on at least one axle of the towed load.

2005 Volkswagen Passat Towing Capacity

2005 Volkswagen Passat braked* towing capacity

Sedan

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