The Volkswagen name was once synonymous with the ultimate in economy, the least expensive cars to buy and operate. A lot has changed since the original Beetle, however. VW�s are still efficient, but they are not the cheapest cars on the lot. Now, with the introduction of the Passat W8, Volkswagen is competing with established luxury marques with a base price flirting with 40 grand. One thing that�s the same, however, is VW�s innovative spirit. There was nothing like the Beetle, and no one has ever made an engine like the W8�s. The entire Passat line was completely redesigned for 2002, with bolder contours and new lights front and rear. Its chassis is 10 percent stiffer for an improved ride and better handling. The Passat W8 went on sale in April as a 2002 model. The W8 model is named after its unique eight-cylinder engine, a compact engine with its cylinders in a double V, hence the W8 designation. This results in a midsize sedan with a 4.0-liter eight-cylinder engine, where all its competitors have at best a V6. Indeed, Volkswagen boasts that it�s the only eight-cylinder European sedan priced under $50,000 on the market today.
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Overview
Specs & Features
Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
1.8L I-4 / 170 HP / 166 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard:
5-spd man w/OD
Available:
5-spd Tiptronic w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
22 / 31 / 26 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 1.8L I-4 / 170 HP / 166 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Front-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 22 / 31 / 26 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Multi-link |
Rear Suspension | Semi-independent Torsion Beam Beam |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel |
Fuel Tank | 16.4 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $63 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 15.0 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 95 Cu.ft. / 92 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 185.2 " |
Exterior Width | 68.7 " |
Exterior Height | 57.6 " |
Front Headroom | 39.7 " / 37.8 " |
Rear Headroom | 37.8 " / 37.9 " |
Front Legroom | 41.5 " |
Rear Legroom | 35.3 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 55.8 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 54.6 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,225 Lbs. / 3,322 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 106 " |
Turning Radius | 18.7 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 15.0 " Steel / 15.0 " Silver Aluminum / 17.0 " Silver Aluminum / 16.0 " Silver Aluminum / 15.0 " Chrome Steel |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote Heated |
Bumpers | Body-colored With Chrome Insert |
Grille Moldings | Chrome |
Rear Spoiler | Wing |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front And Rear |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Transponder Iii |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 60 Months / 60,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months / Unlimited Miles |
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