Compare 2006 Volkswagen Passat specifications by trim levels

Passat is a 5-seat Wagon from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $22,950 to $31,900, the Volkswagen Passat faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Acura ILX, BMW 320, BMW 328.

Overview

Wheels

Bulb Size

The Volkswagen Passat has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Volkswagen Passat boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 26 to 32 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 71.70mm x 188.20mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2006 Volkswagen Passat

  • Fuel Tank: 18.5 gal

  • Wheelbase: 106.7 in

  • MPG: 23 city/32 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 7.9 sec

  • Towing capacity: 1000 lbs

  • Curb: 3305 lbs

  • Tires: P215/55HR16.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 14.2 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 188.2 x 71.7 x 58



2006 Volkswagen Passat Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Volkswagen Passat is offered in 4 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Volkswagen Passat safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Volkswagen Passat specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Wagon

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 200 hp @ 5100 –
      280 hp @ 6200

    • Torque 207 lb-ft. –
      265 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6 - 7.9 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 14.6 - 15.9 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 188.2 in

    • Width 71.7 in

    • Height 58 in

    • Wheelbase 106.7 in

    • Curb Weight 3305 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1000 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.9 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 96

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 18.5 gal

    • City 18 - 23 mpg

    • Combined 22 - 28 mpg

    • Highway 26 - 32 mpg

    • Highway range 481 - 592 mi



Specifications

Value Edition 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

2.0T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr All-wheel Drive 4Motion Sedan

Exterior length
188.20 in 188.20 in 188.20 in 188.20 in
Exterior body width
71.70 in 71.70 in 71.70 in 71.70 in
Exterior height
58.00 in 58.00 in 58.00 in 58.00 in
Horsepower
200 200 280 280
Torque
207 207 265 265
Fuel economy - city
23 mpg 23 mpg 19 mpg 18 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
32 mpg 32 mpg 28 mpg 26 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
7.90 seconds 7.90 seconds 6.00 seconds 6.00 seconds
1/4 mile time
15.90 seconds 15.90 seconds 14.60 seconds 14.70 seconds
1/4 mile speed
87 mph 87 mph 96 mph 92 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
60 mph 60 mph 61 mph 60 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.25/3.65 " 3.25/3.65 " 3.50/3.80 " 3.50/3.80 "
Curb weight
3305.00 lbs 3305.00 lbs 3576.00 lbs 3829.00 lbs
Wheelbase
106.70 in 106.70 in 106.70 in 106.70 in
Front track
61.10 " 61.10 " 61.10 " 61.10 "
Rear track
61.10 " 61.10 " 61.10 " 61.10 "
Turning radius
17.90 17.90 17.90 17.90
Front legroom
41.40 in 41.40 in 41.40 in 41.40 in
Rear legroom
37.70 in 37.70 in 37.70 in 37.70 in
Front headroom
38.40 in 38.40 in 38.40 in 38.40 in
Rear headroom
37.80 in 37.80 in 37.80 in 37.80 in
Front shoulder room
55.70 in 55.70 in 55.70 in 55.70 in
Rear shoulder room
54.60 in 54.60 in 54.60 in 54.60 in
Luggage volume
14.20 cu.ft. 14.20 cu.ft. 14.20 cu.ft. 14.20 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
14.20 cu.ft. 14.20 cu.ft. 14.20 cu.ft. 14.20 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
96 cu.ft. 96 cu.ft. 95 cu.ft. 95 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
18.50 gal. 18.50 gal. 18.50 gal. 18.50 gal.
Payload
1140 lbs. 1140 lbs. 1177 lbs. 1210 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.28 0.28 0.28 0.28

Interior Features

Value Edition 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

2.0T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr All-wheel Drive 4Motion Sedan

12V DC power outlet
3 3 3 3
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2 2

Exterior Features

Value Edition 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

2.0T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr All-wheel Drive 4Motion Sedan

Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Front tires
P215/55HR16.0 BSW AS P215/55HR16.0 BSW AS P235/45HR17.0 BSW AS P235/45HR17.0 BSW AS
Wheels
16" steel 16" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass

Seats

Value Edition 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

2.0T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr All-wheel Drive 4Motion Sedan

Standard seating
5 5 5 5

Entertainment System

Value Edition 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

2.0T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr All-wheel Drive 4Motion Sedan

Speakers
8 8 8 8
1st row LCD screen
1 1 1

Safety and Security Features

Value Edition 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

2.0T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr All-wheel Drive 4Motion Sedan

Mechanical Features

Value Edition 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

2.0T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr All-wheel Drive 4Motion Sedan

Axle ratio
3.94 3.94 3.45 3.45
Turbocharger
3807 3807

Other Specs

Value Edition 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

2.0T 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan

3.6 VR6 4dr All-wheel Drive 4Motion Sedan

Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs.