WITSON WL2055 12.5 Inch 2K QLED Android 16 Car Stereo for Volkswagen Passat B8 2016-2018

WITSON WL2055 is the 12.5 inch 2K QLED Android 16 car stereo built for the Passat B8 2016-2018. The 12.5 inch panel goes back into the factory opening, so the air vents, the climate panel and the original buttons all stay where they are - no cutting, no separate frame sitting on top of the dashboard. Two memory versions share the same screen and the same harness: 4GB + 64GB on the UIS8581A board and 6GB + 128GB on the UIS7862 board. Wireless CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, a built-in 4G modem and 36-band DSP audio are standard on both.

1. Vehicle Fitment - Which Volkswagen Passat B8 2016-2018 Does the WL2055 Fit?

This panel is made for the Passat B8 2016-2018. The frame is moulded from the factory bezel, so the install reuses the original clips and the original screws, and the CANBUS box keeps the steering wheel buttons, the air conditioning display and the parking radar working.

The Passat B8 2016-2018 dashboard, version by version - photos from our own website

These are not renders. The photos below show the centre console of the Passat B8 2016-2018 with the factory radio in place, so you can compare the shape with your own car before ordering. The versions differ only in the mounting frame and the CANBUS setting; on a car with a right view camera and a rear view camera, order version B.

Vehicle fitment chart and the Passat B8 2016-2018 factory console photos (version A / B / C) - the same chart that is published on witson.com for the WL2055.

Which cars does the WITSON WL2055 12.5 inch screen fit?

Fitment summary for the WL2055: the Passat B8 2016-2018 is covered by this panel. If your car is a different model year, send the VIN and we check the frame before shipping.

Not sure about the version? Send a photo of your centre console and the VIN, and we answer with the exact model number and frame version, in English, Russian, Spanish or Italian.

2. Product Details - WL2055 12.5 Inch Android 16 Head Unit

3. Key Features of the WL2055 Car Stereo

▪  12.5 inch 2K QLED panel (1920 x 1200) - the factory screen is replaced by a panel that fills the whole console opening of the Passat B8, so the map, the CarPlay dashboard and the split screen are readable at a glance instead of being squeezed into a 7 inch frame.

▪  Android 16 with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto - the phone connects without a cable; the cable is only needed to charge. On the Passat B8 2016-2018 the factory steering wheel buttons keep working through the CANBUS decoder in the box.

▪  Built-in 4G LTE and dual band WiFi - a SIM card goes into the unit, so navigation, traffic and streaming work without tethering a phone.

▪  36-band DSP with time alignment - factory speaker positions of the Passat B8 can be tuned per seat; the TDA7851L amplifier drives 4 x 45W.

▪  Factory look, factory wiring - the housing is moulded from the original bezel of the Passat B8 2016-2018, the original clips and screws are reused, and the CANBUS decoder is in the box, not a paid extra.

▪  Two memory versions, one platform - 4GB+64GB on the UIS8581A board for volume orders, 6GB+128GB on the UIS7862 board for customers who run navigation, music and a rear camera recorder at the same time.

4. Main Functions in Pictures - WL2055 for Passat B8 2016-2018

The six posters below are produced for this exact model by our own design team, not borrowed from another head unit. They show the front panel, the fitment, the multi angle view, the CarPlay screen, the Android 16 desktop and an installation photo set.

Multi angle view of the WL2055

Front, side and connector side of the WL2055. The panel is 12.5 inch, the housing is slim, and the connector layout matches the factory harness of the Passat B8 2016-2018.

Fitment reference for the Passat B8 2016-2018

Which cars this panel is cut for, and the frame version to order. Compare your console shape before ordering.

Wireless CarPlay on the 12.5 inch screen

CarPlay runs full screen on the 12.5 inch panel of the Passat B8: map, music, phone and messages, with the factory steering wheel buttons still working.

Product overview - 12.5 inch 2K QLED head unit

The unit, the 12.5 inch 2K QLED screen and the dashboard frame for the Passat B8 2016-2018 - the three things a buyer checks first.

Android 16 desktop and split screen

The Android 16 launcher, split screen and the settings a driver uses every day: navigation, radio, Bluetooth and the 4G connection.

Installation photo set for the Passat B8

Real installation photos for reference. The frame sits in the factory opening of the Passat B8 and the original trim goes back on.

5. The 12.5 Inch 2K QLED Screen and How It Sits in the Dashboard

1920 x 1200 on a 12.5 inch panel means 2K detail on a screen that replaces the factory display instead of hanging under it. On the Passat B8 2016-2018 the panel sits flush with the surrounding trim, which is why the vents and the climate panel stay untouched.

12.5 inch 2K QLED display, 1920 x 1200, with the housing dimensions of the WL2055.

6. Technical Specifications - WLF 6GB+128GB vs WLV 4GB+64GB

Specification sheet of the Passat B8 2016-2018 12.5 inch unit

The specification sheet published on witson.com for the WL2055 - the same numbers as the table above, printable for your sales team.

7. Audio, Bluetooth and Split Screen

The 36-band DSP is the part most buyers ask about: on the Passat B8 the factory speaker positions can be delayed and equalised per seat, so the driver does not hear the music only from the left door. Bluetooth 5.0 handles two phones at once, and the split screen keeps navigation and music visible at the same time.

8. Installation Notes for the Passat B8 2016-2018

The harness is plug and play: the factory connector of the Passat B8 plugs into the decoder box, the decoder box plugs into the unit, and the original clips hold the frame. A competent installer finishes the swap in about 60 to 90 minutes; no wire is cut and the original radio can be put back if the car is sold.

Installation views and the user interface of the WL2055: launcher, navigation, radio, Bluetooth and CarPlay.

We send the wiring sheet for the Passat B8 2016-2018 with every unit, and we answer installation questions by photo or video call if the installer gets stuck.

9. Packing, Lead Time and Shipping

One piece per carton, carton size 45 x 32 x 16 cm, gross weight about 3.0 kg. Neutral carton or WITSON colour box, your logo and model number can be printed from 100 pieces.

10. Certifications and Quality Control

The WL2055 is CE, FCC and RoHS compliant, and every unit is powered on, paired with a phone and audio tested before packing. The firmware is written for this platform, so on the Passat B8 2016-2018 the CANBUS messages, the air conditioning display and the parking radar behave the same way as on the original radio.

The four frames below come from a walk through our line in Shenzhen this year, where this 12.5 inch range is built.

11. About WITSON - Zhuhai Witson Industrial Co., Ltd

WITSON (Zhuhai Witson Industrial Co., Ltd) has been building car multimedia since 2003, with the Shenzhen factory set up in 2004. The plant covers about 3,500 square metres with 95-125 production staff, 6-8 QC engineers and 4-5 R&D engineers, and 5-8 new models are released every month. All products are designed in house, produced with our own tooling and moulds, and shipped with a 12 month warranty and English technical support.

The full specification and the installation manual of the WL2055 are published on our main website: WITSON WL2055 12.5 inch product page. Every unit ships with a 12 month warranty and English technical support, and the WITSON warranty policy is published in full.

12. FAQ - WITSON WL2055 for Passat B8 2016-2018

Will the 12.5 inch screen fit my Passat B8 2016-2018 without cutting the dashboard?

Yes. The frame is moulded from the factory bezel of the Passat B8 2016-2018, so the panel goes into the original opening and the original clips and screws are reused. Nothing is cut, and the original radio can be put back.

Does the WL2055 fit both the pre facelift and the facelift Passat B8?

There is one frame for the Passat B8 2016-2018 covered by this listing. If your car is a different model year, send a photo of the console and we check the bracket before you order.

Does the WITSON WL2055 keep the factory steering wheel buttons on the Passat B8 2016-2018?

Yes. The CANBUS decoder is in the box, so the steering wheel buttons, the air conditioning display and the factory reverse camera of the Passat B8 2016-2018 keep working. On the Passat B8 the air conditioning temperature and the parking radar distance are shown on the 12.5 inch screen.

Is Apple CarPlay wireless on the 12.5 inch unit for the Passat B8?

Yes, CarPlay and Android Auto are both wireless on the WL2055. A cable is only needed for charging. The WiFi and Bluetooth antennas are internal, so nothing hangs outside the dashboard of the Passat B8 2016-2018.

What is the difference between 4GB+64GB and 6GB+128GB for the Passat B8?

Same screen, same harness, same functions. 6GB+128GB uses the faster UIS7862 board with more memory, which helps on the Passat B8 2016-2018 when navigation, music and a dash camera run at the same time. 4GB+64GB is the volume version.

Does the WL2055 unit for the Passat B8 2016-2018 support a 360 panorama camera and a DVR?

The unit has a reverse camera input and supports 360 panorama and DVR as options. Tell us which camera kit you use and we ship the matching harness for the Passat B8.

How long does shipping of the WL2055 to Europe or the US take?

Samples leave in 3 to 7 working days. Express delivery takes 4 to 7 days door to door, air freight 8 to 12 days, and sea freight 30 to 40 days. FOB Shenzhen or door to door with tax paid can both be quoted.

Can you print my logo on the WL2055 and on the box?

Yes. Logo, model number, startup logo, UI menu and colour box are available from 100 pieces; the sample can be built with your logo as well.

13. Order the WL2055 12.5 Inch Car Stereo for the Passat B8 2016-2018

Send the model year and a photo of your console, and we reply with the exact frame version, the price for 4GB+64GB and 6GB+128GB, and the shipping cost to your door. Mixed containers with other WITSON 12.5 inch models for other cars are welcome - one container can carry the whole range for Volkswagen.