Where is the USB port in the Passat?
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The USB port in the Passat is located at the bottom of the front armrest box. The Volkswagen Passat is a mid-size car under SAIC Volkswagen. Taking the 2020 facelifted Business Edition National VI as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4933mm, width 1836mm, height 1469mm, wheelbase 2871mm, fuel tank capacity 68.5l, and trunk capacity 521l. The 2020 facelifted Business Edition National VI is equipped with a 1.4t turbocharged engine, matched with a dual-clutch transmission, with a maximum horsepower of 150, maximum power of 110 kilowatts, and maximum power speed of 5000 revolutions per minute.
I found that the Passat's USB port is usually located under the center console, near the gear shift lever, right inside that small storage compartment—just look down and you can easily reach it. This design is quite convenient, making it easy to plug in a USB drive for music or charge your phone while driving. I've driven both the 2018 and 2020 Passat models, and most ports are USB-A type with strong compatibility—just plug and play for data transfer or music playback. However, some higher trim versions may have an additional port inside the armrest box, so be careful not to crush it when loading luggage for long trips. I recommend clearing any clutter first before plugging or unplugging. If you can't find it, check the user manual for the specific model's diagram to avoid wasting fuel money from aimless searching.
I think the USB port in the Passat is quite easy to find. In my car, it's located on the inner side of the front armrest console—just open the compartment door and you'll see the square port. I use a USB flash drive every day to play music or for map navigation, and the connection is stable without frequent disconnections. In earlier models, the port might be positioned at the edge of the center console, near the air conditioning buttons, so you might need to look down to find it. A reminder for everyone: regularly clean the port to remove dust, and avoid inserting oversized USB drives that could cause poor contact. While driving, try to use shorter USB drives to minimize distractions and prevent them from shaking loose due to vehicle vibrations.
The USB port for the Passat is commonly located in a small hole on the right side of the dashboard, easily reachable from the driver's seat with just a stretch of your hand. I use it to plug in a USB drive for music or to charge my phone—simple and practical. If you can't find it, check other corners of the center console; some models have an additional port inside the glove compartment.
