Heavy Load / Towing
Volkswagen Passat — Heavy Load / Towing Tire Pressure
For heavy load / towing use on the Volkswagen Passat, set cold pressures to 39 PSI front and 41 PSI rear.
Heavy Load / Towing cold pressure
Front
39
269 kPa
+3 vs OEM
Rear
41
283 kPa
+5 vs OEM
OEM spec
36/36 PSI
Tire size
215/55R17
Curb weight
1,490 kg
Category
sedan
When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.
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FAQ
Frequently asked
- What tire pressure should I use for load driving in the Volkswagen Passat?
- For heavy load / towing use on the Volkswagen Passat, set cold pressures to 39 PSI front and 41 PSI rear. When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
- What is the OEM tire pressure for the Volkswagen Passat?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2015–2022 Volkswagen Passat is 36 PSI front / 36 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- What about towing with the Volkswagen Passat?
- Towing or carrying heavy loads shifts weight rearward. Using 39 PSI front / 41 PSI rear keeps load-carrying capacity within spec and prevents rear sidewall overheating.
- What is 39 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 39 PSI = 2.7 bar = 269 kPa. The rear 41 PSI = 2.8 bar.
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