What is the fuel tank capacity of a 2012 Passat?
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The 2013 Passat, launched in 2012, comes with 11 variants, all featuring a fuel tank capacity of 70 liters. The vehicle is equipped with 1.4L, 1.8L, 2.0L turbocharged, and 3.0L naturally aspirated engines. The transmission options include a 5-speed manual, 6-speed wet dual-clutch, and 7-speed dry dual-clutch gearboxes. All variants are front-wheel drive. The 2014 and 2015 Passat models also have a 70-liter fuel tank. Starting from the 2016 model, the fuel tank capacity of the Passat decreased slightly: the 2016 and 2017 models have a 69-liter tank, the 2019 and 2020 models have a 66-liter tank, and the 2021 and 2022 models feature a 68.5-liter tank. During actual refueling, the amount of fuel may exceed the calibrated capacity. This is because the fuel tank capacity specified by the manufacturer is measured from the bottom of the tank to the safety limit. There is additional space from the safety limit to the tank opening, which is designed to allow for fuel expansion due to temperature increases without causing overflow. If fuel is filled up to the tank opening during refueling, the actual amount of fuel added may exceed the calibrated tank capacity. To check the remaining fuel level, drivers can observe the fuel gauge on the right side of the instrument panel, marked with 'E' and 'F'. When the needle is close to 'E', it indicates low fuel, while nearing 'F' means the tank is nearly full.