1997 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sdn GLX Manual
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Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sdn GLX Manual
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$21,890
Base Invoice:
$19,694
Destination:
$500
Engine/Fuel:
2.8L/170 Gas V6
Transmission:
5 Speed Manual w/OD
Door/Body Style:
4 Door Sedan
Drive Type:
Front-Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
19/26
Specifications
| Vehicle | |
|---|---|
| EPA Classification : | Mid-Size |
| Engine | |
| Engine Order Code : | |
| Engine Type : | Gas V6 |
| Displacement : | 2.8L/170 |
| Fuel System : | SMPI |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : | 172 @ 5800 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM : | 173 @ 4200 |
| Transmission | |
| Drivetrain : | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Trans Order Code : | |
| Trans Type : | 5 |
| Trans Description Cont. : | Manual w/OD |
| Trans Description Cont. Again : | |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) : | 3.78 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) : | 2.12 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) : | 1.46 |
| Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : | 1.03 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) : | 0.84 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) : | |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) : | 3.80 |
| Clutch Size (in) : | -TBD- |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : | 3.39 |
| Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) : | |
| Mileage | |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : | 19 |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : | 26 |
| Electrical | |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : | -TBD- |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : | 120 |
| Cooling System | |
| Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : | 9.7 |
| Weight Information | |
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) : | 3097 |
| Trailering | |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : | -TBD- |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : | -TBD- |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : | -TBD- |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : | -TBD- |
| Suspension | |
| Suspension Type - Front : | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Rear : | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : | Torsion Beam |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : | -TBD- |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : | -TBD- |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : | 0.94 |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : | 0.71 |
| Brakes | |
| Brake Type : | Pwr-Assisted |
| Brake ABS System : | Four-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) : | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) : | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : | 11.3 x -TBD- |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : | 8.9 x -TBD- |
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : | |
| Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : | |
| Tires | |
| Front Tire Order Code : | |
| Rear Tire Order Code : | |
| Spare Tire Order Code : | |
| Front Tire Size : | P215/50R15 |
| Rear Tire Size : | P215/50R15 |
| Spare Tire Size : | -TBD- |
| Wheels | |
| Front Wheel Size (in) : | 15 x 6 |
| Rear Wheel Size (in) : | 15 x 6 |
| Spare Wheel Size (in) : | -TBD- |
| Front Wheel Material : | Aluminum |
| Rear Wheel Material : | Aluminum |
| Spare Wheel Material : | -TBD- |
| Steering | |
| Steering Type : | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : | 17.5 |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : | 3.1 |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : | 38.2 |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : | -TBD- |
| Fuel Tank | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : | 18.5 |
| Exterior Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase (in) : | 103.3 |
| Length, Overall (in) : | 181.5 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : | 67.5 |
| Height, Overall (in) : | 56.4 |
| Tread Width, Front (in) : | 58.4 |
| Tread Width, Rear (in) : | 56.2 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) : | 4.4 |
| Liftover Height (in) : | -TBD- |
| Cargo Area Dimensions | |
| Trunk Volume (ft³) : | 14.4 |
| Interior Dimensions | |
| Passenger Capacity : | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft³) : | 98.7 |
| Front Head Room (in) : | 39.3 |
| Front Leg Room (in) : | 45.1 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) : | 55.0 |
| Front Hip Room (in) : | -TBD- |
| Second Head Room (in) : | 36.6 |
| Second Leg Room (in) : | 37.0 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) : | 54.0 |
| Second Hip Room (in) : | -TBD- |
| Summary | |
| Vehicle Name : | Passat |
| Body Style : | 4 Door Sedan |
Standard Features
| EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATING | |
|---|---|
| City 19/hwy 26 (2.8L engine/5-speed manual trans) | |
| EXTERIOR | |
| Body-color bumpers w/black lower section | |
| Color-keyed integrated body-side moldings | |
| Black 4-bar grille | |
| Euro-style halogen headlights w/polycarbonate lenses | |
| Daytime running lights | |
| Fog lamps | |
| Dual body-color pwr exterior heated mirrors | |
| Tinted glass | |
| 2-speed programmable interval windshield wipers | |
| INTERIOR | |
| Fully reclining velour front seats w/driver/passenger height adjustment, adjustable headrests, driver-side lumbar adjustment | |
| Front passenger lumbar adjustment | |
| 60/40 split folding lockable rear seat-inc: outboard headrests, center armrest | |
| Center console w/ashtray & lighter, rear lockable storage compartment w/padded lid, rear cup holder | |
| Leather-wrapped 4-spoke padded steering wheel w/height-adjustable steering column | |
| Instrumentation-inc: speedometer, odometer, trip odometer, tachometer, fuel/ temp gauges | |
| Headlights-on warning tone | |
| Multi-function trip computer | |
| Pwr trunk release | |
| Central pwr locking system-inc: key-operated window opening/closing | |
| Pwr windows w/"one-touch-down" feature | |
| Cruise control | |
| Anti-theft vehicle alarm system | |
| Rear heating/air cond ducts | |
| Air conditioning | |
| Dust/pollen filters | |
| Electric rear window defroster | |
| Premium AM/FM stereo cassette radio w/8-speaker sound system, anti-theft coding | |
| Black roof mounted whip antenna | |
| Illuminated front ashtray | |
| Digital clock | |
| Molded door trim w/velour inserts | |
| Front/rear door storage pockets w/rubber liners | |
| Dual illuminated covered visor vanity mirrors | |
| Front/rear passenger assist handles | |
| Front center dome light w/time delay, integrated passenger reading light | |
| 2 rear reading lights | |
| Leather-wrapped shift boot/knob, parking brake handle | |
| Front seat side storage trays | |
| Front seatback storage pockets | |
| Dual front cup holders | |
| Fully lined luggage compartment w/light | |
| MECHANICAL | |
| 2.8L DOHC SMPI V6 engine | |
| 5-speed manual transmission w/OD | |
| Front wheel drive w/traction control | |
| 60 amp/hr battery | |
| 120 amp alternator | |
| Digital electronic ignition w/dual knock sensors | |
| Independent MacPherson strut front suspension | |
| Independent torsion beam axle rear suspension | |
| Front/rear coil springs/stabilizer bars | |
| Front telescopic shock absorbers | |
| Rear telescopic gas pressurized shock absorbers | |
| P215/50HR15 all-season tires | |
| Space-saver spare tire | |
| 15" x 6.0" 8-spoke alloy wheels w/"VW" logo hub cap | |
| Pwr-assist rack & pinion steering | |
| Pwr-assist 4-wheel disc brakes w/vented front | |
| Anti-lock brake system (ABS) | |
| SAFETY FEATURES | |
| Anti-lock brake system (ABS) | |
| Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system | |
| Front seat belt emergency tensioning retractors | |
| Front 3-point height adjustable seatbelts | |
| Automatic locking 3-point outboard rear seatbelts w/center lap belt | |
| Child safety locks on rear doors | |
| Traction control | |
| Collapsible steering column | |
| Anti-intrusion side door beams | |
| Daytime running lights | |
| Dual tone horn | |
Options
| NO OPTION KIND | |
|---|---|
| ALL WEATHER PKG -inc: heatable front seats/ windshield washer nozzles (REQ: Q45 or Q53 Option Pkg) | $325 |
| POWER GLASS MOONROOF (REQ: Q52 or Q53 Option Pkg) | $855 |
| 6-DISC COMPACT DISC CHANGER | $495 |
| Emission System | |
| FEDERAL EMISSIONS | STANDARAD |
| CALIFORNIA EMISSION REQUIREMENTS | STANDARAD |
| MASSACHUSETTS EMISSION REQUIREMENTS | STANDARAD |
| NEW YORK EMISSION REQUIREMENTS | STANDARAD |
| Option Package | |
| OPTION PKG 1 -inc: base vehicle | STANDARAD |
| OPTION PKG 2 -inc: heated front seats/washer nozzles, leather seats | STANDARAD |
| OPTION PKG 3 -inc: pwr glass sunroof | STANDARAD |
| OPTION PKG 4 -inc: pwr glass sunroof, heated front seats/washer nozzles, leather seats | STANDARAD |
| Seat Trim | |
| VELOUR CLOTH SEAT UPHOLSTERY (STD) | STANDARAD |
| LEATHER SEAT UPHOLSTERY -inc:leather seating surfaces w/seat sides, backs, bolsters, and door panels in matching leatherette (REQ: Q53 Option Pkg) | $875 |
| Paint Type | |
| STANDARD PAINT | STANDARAD |
| CLEARCOAT METALLIC PAINT | STANDARAD |
| Regional Dest Chrg Adj | |
| NATIONAL DESTINATION CHARGE ADJUSTMENT | STANDARAD |
| HAWAII DESTINATION CHARGE ADJUSTMENT | $45 |
Warranty and Incentives
| Warranty | |
|---|---|
|
Basic: 2 Years/24,000 Miles Free Scheduled Maintenance Drivetrain: 10 Years/100,000 Miles for original owners Corrosion: 6 Years/Unlimited Miles Roadside Assistance: 2 Years/24,000 Miles |
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| News - Crash Test Results | |
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS: Frontal crash ratings: Driver: * * * * Passenger: * * * * Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and air bags. |
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