The Volkswagen Passat is a mid-size car produced by German manufacturer Volkswagen, sold in both sedan and station wagon body styles across multiple generations. Across the generations covered here the Passat takes wiper blades ranging from 21 inch (525mm) to 26 inch (650mm) on the driver side and 18 inch (450mm) to 21 inch (525mm) on the passenger side, with sizes varying by generation and body style. Front wiper connector type changes across generations from J-Hook to Side Lock to Push Button to Slim Push Button, and rear wiper fitment varies too, with station wagon models fitted with a rear wiper as standard while sedan models are not. Find your vehicle year in the table below.
Sedan (B5)
| Year |
Driver Side |
Passenger Side |
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| 1998 |
21" (525mm) |
21" (525mm) |
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| 1999 |
21" (525mm) |
21" (525mm) |
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| 2000 |
21" (525mm) |
21" (525mm) |
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| 2001 |
21" (525mm) |
21" (525mm) |
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Station Wagon (B5)
| Year |
Driver Side |
Passenger Side |
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| 1998 |
21" (525mm) |
21" (525mm) |
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| 1999 |
21" (525mm) |
21" (525mm) |
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| 2000 |
21" (525mm) |
21" (525mm) |
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| 2001 |
21" (525mm) |
21" (525mm) |
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Sedan (B5 Facelift)
| Year |
Driver Side |
Passenger Side |
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| 2002 |
21" (525mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2003 |
21" (525mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2004 |
21" (525mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2005 |
21" (525mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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Station Wagon (B5 Facelift)
| Year |
Driver Side |
Passenger Side |
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| 2002 |
21" (525mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2003 |
21" (525mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2004 |
21" (525mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2005 |
21" (525mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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Sedan (B6)
| Year |
Driver Side |
Passenger Side |
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| 2006 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2007 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2008 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2009 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2010 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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Station Wagon (B6)
| Year |
Driver Side |
Passenger Side |
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| 2006 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2007 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2008 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2009 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2010 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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Sedan (B7)
| Year |
Driver Side |
Passenger Side |
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| 2011 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2012 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2013 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2014 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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Station Wagon (B7)
| Year |
Driver Side |
Passenger Side |
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| 2011 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2012 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2013 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2014 |
24" (600mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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Sedan (B8)
| Year |
Driver Side |
Passenger Side |
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| 2015 |
26" (650mm) |
18" (450mm) |
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| 2016 |
26" (650mm) |
18" (450mm) |
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| 2017 |
26" (650mm) |
18" (450mm) |
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| 2018 |
26" (650mm) |
18" (450mm) |
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| 2019 |
26" (650mm) |
18" (450mm) |
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| 2020 |
26" (650mm) |
18" (450mm) |
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Station Wagon (B8)
| Year |
Driver Side |
Passenger Side |
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| 2015 |
26" (650mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2016 |
26" (650mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2017 |
26" (650mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2018 |
26" (650mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2019 |
26" (650mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2020 |
26" (650mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2021 |
26" (650mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2022 |
26" (650mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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| 2023 |
26" (650mm) |
19" (475mm) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size wiper blades does a Volkswagen Passat take?
Wiper blade sizes for the Volkswagen Passat vary by generation and body style, ranging from 21 inches (525mm) to 26 inches (650mm) on the driver side and 18 inches (450mm) to 21 inches (525mm) on the passenger side. Owners should check the table above for the exact size that matches their vehicle's year, generation and body style.
Does the Volkswagen Passat have a rear wiper?
Rear wiper fitment depends on body style. Station wagon Passat models are fitted with a rear wiper blade as standard, while sedan Passat models are fitted with two front wiper blades only and no rear wiper.
What wiper connector does the Volkswagen Passat use?
The wiper connector used on the Volkswagen Passat changes across generations. Early B5 models use a J-Hook connector, the B5 Facelift uses a Side Lock connector, the B6 uses a Push Button connector, and the B7 and B8 use a Slim Push Button connector.
Why do the Sedan and Station Wagon Passat sometimes need different wiper sizes for the same generation?
The Sedan and Station Wagon versions of the Passat share the same underlying platform but have different windscreen dimensions, particularly on the B8 generation where the sedan uses a shorter passenger side blade than the wagon. Owners should always confirm sizes against their specific body style rather than assuming the sedan and wagon share identical fitment.
How often should I replace Volkswagen Passat wiper blades?
Wiper blades on the Volkswagen Passat generally last between six and twelve months depending on climate and usage. Signs that replacement is needed include streaking, skipping or a squeaking noise during use.
Browse all Volkswagen Passat wiper blades, return to the Volkswagen wiper blades page, or visit our wiper blades size guide for all makes and models.
