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2008 Volkswagen Passat Wagon
$25,200 - $39,200Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Transmission
Automatic w/ODTiptronic
Body Type
Wagon
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
The Volkswagen Passat is available in two different body styles for 2008, a sedan and a wagon; both are offered in four different models: Turbo, Comfort, Lux, and VR6. Turbo, Comfort, and Lux models come with a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder...
What’s new in the 2008 model?
For the 2008 Volkswagen Passat, the six-cylinder VR6 model is only available with 4Motion all-wheel drive and an automatic transmission, and the ma...

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EPA Classification: Mid-Size
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Gas V6
Displacement: 3.6L/219
Fuel System: FSI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 280 @ 6200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 265 @ 2750
Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again: Tiptronic
First Gear Ratio (:1): 3.95
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.30
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.55
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.16
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.86
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.69
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.42
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.453
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 16
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 24
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 140
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 8.5
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3819
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension Type - Front: Independent
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): 4-link
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13.5 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P235/40HR18
Rear Tire Size: P235/40HR18
Spare Tire Size: - TBD -
Front Wheel Size (in): 18 x 8
Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 x 8
Spare Wheel Size (in): - TBD -
Front Wheel Material: Alloy
Rear Wheel Material: Alloy
Spare Wheel Material: - TBD -
Steering Type: Electromechanical
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 16.4
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 3.00
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 35.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 18.5
Wheelbase (in): 106.7
Length, Overall (in): 188.0
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 71.7
Height, Overall (in): 59.7
Track Width, Front (in): 61.1
Track Width, Rear (in): 61.1
Min Ground Clearance (in): 5.2
Rear Door Opening Height (in):
Rear Door Opening Width (in):
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in):
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in):
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in):
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in):
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in):
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in):
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³):
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 35.8
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³):
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 96.2
Front Head Room (in): 37.6
Front Leg Room (in): 41.4
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.7
Front Hip Room (in): - TBD -
Second Head Room (in): 38.6
Second Leg Room (in): 37.7
Second Shoulder Room (in): 54.6
Second Hip Room (in): - TBD -
Vehicle Name: Volkswagen Passat Wagon
Body Style: 4 Door Wgn
Pricing
This model has 9 different trims.
MSRP
$39,200
Invoice
$36,669
Description
3.6L/219, 280 @ 6200, Automatic w/ODTiptronic
Fuel Economy
This model has 9 different trims.
City
16 MPG
Hwy
24 MPG
Combined
undefined MPG
Description
3.6L/219, 280 @ 6200, Automatic w/ODTiptronic
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