Gasoline Engines:
* 2.0L 4-cylinder: This was the base engine option, producing around 170 horsepower.
* 2.0T 4-cylinder (Turbocharged): This engine offered more power, generating around 200 horsepower.
* 3.6L VR6: This V6 engine was the most powerful option, producing around 280 horsepower.
Diesel Engine:
* 2.0L TDI (Turbocharged Diesel): This diesel engine offered excellent fuel economy, producing around 140 horsepower.
To know the exact engine size in your specific 2009 VW Passat, you'd need to check the vehicle's Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or the engine compartment sticker.