Video: 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI commercial shows you can learn a whole language before refueling

2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI Vamonos Commercial

Volkswagen commercials have always known to be pretty witty. That’s definitely the case in the new commercial for the 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI called – ‘Vamonos.’

The commercial shows two friends taking a road-trip and instead of listening to music – the driver pops in a ‘Teach Yourself Spanish’ CD. The two end up driving for 13 hours without refueling… and without music.

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Hit the jump for the commercial.

Refresher: The 2012 Volkswagen Passat is offered in three trim levels, S SE and SEL. Entry-level 2012 Passat models are powered by a 2.5L 5-cylinder engine making 170-hp and 177 lb-ft of torque. Standard transmission choice include a 5-speed manual while an optional 6-speed automatic is available. Moving up, buyers can pick a 2.0 TDI Clean Diesel 4-cylinder unit making 140-hp and 236 lb-ft of torque. Mated to a 6-speed DSG transmission, the 2012 Passat TDI gets 43 mpg on the highway and a range of approximately 800 miles. The range-topping 2012 Volkswagen Passat is powered by a 3.6L VR6 units producing 280-hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. Mated to a 6-speed DSG, the 2012 Passat VR6 will get 28 mpg on the highway. Prices will start around $19,995.

– By: Omar Rana