Negotiating leverage
54
moderate leverage / 100
~53 days of national supply and listings typically ~6% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price intelligence
2017 Volkswagen Passat Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$10,814
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$3,400$18,998
- Typical market range
- $8,990–$13,252
- Ridekick fair price
- $10,814
- Original MSRP range
- $22,440–$30,995
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
4 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
53
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2017 Volkswagen Passat.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$20,645–$21,542
Estimated dealer invoice — about $22,440 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | $9,333 | $22,440 | $20,645–$21,542 |
| SE | $10,745 | $25,495 | $23,455–$24,475 |
| R-Line | $10,793 | $23,975 | $22,057–$23,016 |
| SEL Premium | $12,755 | $30,995 | $28,515–$29,755 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$7,600$20,164$32,728
Fair priceS
$9,333
S: fair price $9,333, original MSRP $22,440, estimated dealer cost $20,645 to $21,542.
SE
$10,745
SE: fair price $10,745, original MSRP $25,495, estimated dealer cost $23,455 to $24,475.
R-Line
$10,793
R-Line: fair price $10,793, original MSRP $23,975, estimated dealer cost $22,057 to $23,016.
SEL Premium
$12,755
SEL Premium: fair price $12,755, original MSRP $30,995, estimated dealer cost $28,515 to $29,755.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2017 Volkswagen Passat runs about $10,717 in MT to $12,122 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $754 | $110+ | $11,270 |
| TX | $650 | $332 | $11,388 |
| FL | $624 | $1,074+ | $12,104 |
| NY | $416 | $371 | $11,193 |
| PA | $624 | $587 | $11,617 |
| IL | $650 | $683 | $11,739 |
| OH | $598 | $444 | $11,448 |
| GA | $728 | $637 | $11,771 |
| NC | $312 | $793 | $11,511 |
| WA | $676 | $215+ | $11,297 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $10,931 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
20
MPG city
28
MPG highway
23
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2017 Volkswagen Passat configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
7 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2017 Volkswagen Passat.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R and Atlas, 2017 Golf Alltrack and E-Golf and 2016-2018 Passat vehicles. These internal use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and may have been modified prior to sale. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of various Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners and will repurchase the vehicles. The recall began October 6, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01E9.
Campaign 20V561000 · 16/09/2020
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Touareg GP, Tiguan, Golf A6, E-Golf GP, CCF, 2016-2017 Passat GP, 2018-2019 Golf R GP, and 2018 Atlas vehicles. These internal-use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and may have been modified prior to sale. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of various Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
Remedy: Volkswagen will repurchase the vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01F1.
Campaign 21V321000 · 05/05/2021
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas and 2017-2018 Volkswagen Passat vehicles. The brake caliper bracket mounting bolts on these vehicles may not have been tightened sufficiently.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake caliper bracket bolt tightness, replacing and re-torque the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Additionally brake caliper fasteners, bleeder valve, and brake hose bolts will be checked and torqued to the correct specification, if necessary, free of charge. For Passat vehicles, dealers will also inspect the parking brake cable for proper connection, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46H6.
Campaign 18V536000 · 15/08/2018
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V-329.
Campaign 19V679000 · 25/09/2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2020 Volkswagen Passat and 2018-2019 Atlas vehicles. The blocking cap disabling the adjustment of the headlight's horizontal aim may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, block the headlight horizontal adjustment, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94L9.
Campaign 19V389000 · 22/05/2019
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Passat vehicles. Brake fluid may leak slowly from the some of the brake line connections, resulting in a low brake fluid level.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake lines, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47N3.
Campaign 17V075000 · 08/02/2017
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Beetle, Beetle Convertible, 2012-2014 Passat, 2017 Passat Wagon, and 2006-2007 Passat Sedan vehicles. The driver's side frontal air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's side front air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69EG, 69GQ, and 69E6.
Campaign 24V834000 · 30/10/2024
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2017 Volkswagen Passat?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $10,814, within a typical market range of $8,990 to $13,252.
Is the 2017 Volkswagen Passat cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $22,440, so a fair used price is roughly $11,626 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2017 Volkswagen Passat?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $10,717 in MT to $12,122 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2017 Volkswagen Passat?
There are about 53 days of national market supply for the 2017 Volkswagen Passat — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2017 Volkswagen Passat.
How much can you negotiate on a 2017 Volkswagen Passat?
Negotiating leverage rates 54/100 (moderate). ~53 days of national supply and listings typically ~6% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2017 Volkswagen Passat?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $20,645–$21,542 — its $22,440 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/5/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.