How many Volkswagen Passat are there on UK roads?

Approximately 175,564 Volkswagen Passat are licensed in the UK, according to DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025).

Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment — Vii 3C, 3c

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 2005–2010

Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment at a glance — The Volkswagen Passat (Vii) 3C, 3c (2005–2010) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~6J–9J wheels at ET30–ET48.

Overview

The Volkswagen Passat (Vii) 3C, also known as the B8 generation, is a mid-size car produced by Volkswagen from 2005 to 2010. It was manufactured in Germany and China, with production lines in Wolfsburg and Nanjing respectively. The B8 Passat marked a significant shift towards modern design and technology, featuring an advanced platform that offered improved handling and fuel efficiency compared to its predecessor. This generation saw the introduction of new engine options and enhanced safety features, positioning it as a competitive offering in the large family car segment.

Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment

Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment for the Volkswagen Passat (Vii) 3C, 3c (2005–2010): the factory PCD, centre bore and bolt spec, then the aftermarket width and offset window we fit to.

Bolt pattern (PCD)	5x112
Centre bore	57.1 mm
Bolt / thread	M14x1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque	120 Nm
Seat type	radius
Factory setup	square
TPMS	indirect

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

Position	Width	Offset
Front	6J–9J	ET30–ET48

As a rule, each extra 1J of width wants roughly +8–10 ET to keep the wheel tucked. The exact offset and any spacer are confirmed by the fit-check.

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UK popularity & demand

~175,564 Volkswagen Passat licensed on UK roads — top 2% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 175,564 Volkswagen Passat on UK roads, placing it in the top 2% of car models by volume across our fitment database.

That makes Volkswagen Passat wheel fitment a high-demand spec to keep in stock. It is one reason we track it here.

Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.

Performance

Variant	Power	0–62 mph	Top speed
	140 hp	9.3 s	135 mph

Body styles & production

Body styles	Saloon
Produced	2005–2010

Trim levels

EleganceComfortlineHighline

Factory colours

Stormbeige MetallicSilverstone Gray PearlPlatinum Gray MetallicDeep Black PearlPacific Blue PearlFrescogruen MetallicMocha Brown PearlSchwarzReflex Silver MetallicGranite Green MetallicSalsa RedBlue Silver MetallicUranograuDeep Blue PearlIndigo Blue PearlArctic Blue Silver MetallicPlanet Silver MetallicInky Blue PearlDerby Green PearlCobalt Blue Pearl

History & notable variants

The development of the B8 Passat was aimed at rejuvenating Volkswagen's mid-size sedan lineup with contemporary styling and advanced technology. It received a facelift (LCI) in 2007 to update its appearance and add new features, including revised front and rear ends, enhanced interior materials, and additional safety equipment such as ESP stability control and adaptive cruise control. The B8 Passat was also available with the 4Motion all-wheel drive system.

Reliability & owner notes

Pros: Advanced safety features; Refined interior materials; Improved fuel efficiency
Cons: Limited body style options (only saloon available); Higher maintenance costs compared to previous generation