Compare 2008 Volkswagen Passat - Details
Pricing | |||
MSRP | $36,050 | $23,060 | $23,640 |
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Invoice | $33,597 | $20,913 | $21,038 |
Destination | $690 | $670 | $660 |
Interior Edit | |||
Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Climatronic Automatic | Manual | Manual |
Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Auxiliary Visors | Dual | N/A | N/A |
Cargo Net | Standard | Optional | Optional |
Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Clock | In-dash | In-radio Display | In-dash |
Compass | Standard | N/A | Optional |
Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Adaptive Cruise Control | Optional | N/A | N/A |
Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Urethane | Urethane |
12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 2 | 2 |
Lighter Elements | N/A | N/A | Front |
Ashtray | Standard | Optional | Optional |
Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage |
Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Rubber Front And Rear |
Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Trip Computer | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
Fuel Door Release | Power | Mechanical | Mechanical |
Remote Trunk Release | Power | Mechanical | Mechanical |
Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Urethane | Urethane |
Seats Edit | |||
Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 4-way | 4-way |
Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver |
Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
Memory | Driver | N/A | N/A |
Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | Full Bench | 60-40 Bench |
Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | With Pass-thru | Standard |
Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
Seat Trim | Leather | Cloth | Cloth |
Entertainment Edit | |||
Radio | SIRIUS AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
CD Player | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted Single |
CD Changer Compatible | Standard | N/A | Standard |
MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Speakers | 8 | 6 | 6 |
Amplifier | N/A | N/A | Optional |
Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Entertainment System | N/A | N/A | With DVD |
Navigation System | Optional | N/A | Optional |
1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | N/A | 1 |
2nd Row LCD Screen | N/A | N/A | 1 |
Bluetooth Compatibility | N/A | N/A | Optional |
Safety and Security Edit | |||
Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
Airbags, Side Curtain | Side Curtain Protection(TM) | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
Airbags, Knee Protection | N/A | N/A | Driver |
Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
Headlights | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Bi-Xenon | Halogen | Halogen |
Exterior Light Control | Programmable | Auto Off | Auto On/off |
Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Cornering Lights | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Directionally Adaptive Headlights | Standard | N/A | N/A |
LED Taillights | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Door Curb Lights | N/A | N/A | 2 |
Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Parking Assist | Standard | Optional | Park Pilot |
Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Optional |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer III | Standard | Standard |
First Aid Kit | N/A | Optional | Optional |
Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | N/A |
Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Overview | |||
Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
Warranty Edit | |||
Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | N/A | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
Exterior Edit | |||
Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Window Grid |
Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
Bodyside Mouldings | Chrome | Body-colored | Body-colored |
Grille Trim | Chrome | Black W/chrome Surround | Body-colored |
Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | N/A |
Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | N/A |
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 |
Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
Front Tires | P235/40WR18.0 BSW Performance AS | P225/50VR17.0 BSW AS | P215/60VR16.0 BSW AS |
Wheels | 18" Silver Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum | 16" Steel |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Mud Flaps | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Mechanical Edit | |||
Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 2.4L I-4 | 3.5L V-6 |
Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
Engine Block Heater | N/A | Optional | N/A |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Suspension Tuning | Sport | Regular | Regular |
Front Suspension Type | Strut | Double Wishbone | Strut |
Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Strut |
Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | Optional |
Sequential Shift Control | Tiptronic | N/A | Standard |
Transmission | 6-spd W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD | 6-spd Auto W/OD |
Axle Ratio | 3.45 | 4.39 | 3.69 |
Remote Vehicle Starting System | N/A | Optional | Optional |
Specifications Edit | |||
Exterior Length | 188.2 " | 194.1 " | 189.2 " |
Exterior Body Width | 71.7 " | 72.7 " | 71.7 " |
Exterior Height | 58.0 " | 58.1 " | 57.9 " |
Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 2.4L I-4 | 3.5L V-6 |
Horsepower | 280 @ 6,200 Rpm | 190 @ 7,000 Rpm | 268 @ 6,200 Rpm |
Torque | 265 @ 2,750 Rpm | 162 @ 4,400 Rpm | 248 @ 4,700 Rpm |
SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Fuel Economy - City | 17 Mpg | 22 Mpg | 19 Mpg |
Fuel Economy - Highway | 26 Mpg | 31 Mpg | 28 Mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 5.8 Seconds | 7.8 Seconds | 6.5 Seconds |
1/4 Mile Time | 14.4 Seconds | 15.9 Seconds | 14.8 Seconds |
1/4 Mile Speed | 97 Mph | 90 Mph | 97 Mph |
Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
Slalom Speed | 61 Mph | 61 Mph | 60 Mph |
Bore-and-Stroke | 3.50/3.80 " | 3.43/3.90 " | 3.70/3.27 " |
Curb Weight | 3,442 Lbs. | 3,349 Lbs. | 3,461 Lbs. |
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | 4,431 Lbs. | 4,420 Lbs. |
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 2,403 Lbs. | N/A |
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 2,061 Lbs. | N/A |
Payload | 1,034 Lbs. | 850 Lbs. | N/A |
Maximum Trailer Weight | N/A | 1,000 Lbs. | 1,000 Lbs. |
Wheelbase | 106.7 " | 110.2 " | 109.3 " |
Front Track | 61.1 " | 62.2 " | 62.0 " |
Rear Track | 61.1 " | 62.2 " | 61.6 " |
Turning Radius | 17.9 '' | 18.8 '' | 18.1 '' |
Drag Coefficient | .28 | N/A | .28 |
Front Legroom | 41.4 " | 42.5 " | 41.7 " |
Rear Legroom | 37.7 " | 37.2 " | 38.3 " |
Front Headroom | 38.4 " | 39.0 " | 38.8 " |
Rear Headroom | 37.8 " | 37.2 " | 37.8 " |
Front Hip Room | N/A | 56.6 " | 54.6 " |
Rear Hip Room | N/A | 54.3 " | 53.9 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 55.7 " | 58.2 " | 57.8 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 54.6 " | 56.4 " | 56.9 " |
Luggage Volume | 14.2 Cu.ft. | 14.0 Cu.ft. | 15.0 Cu.ft. |
Luggage Volume (max) | 14.2 Cu.ft. | 14.0 Cu.ft. | 15.0 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 95 Cu.ft. | 101 Cu.ft. | 101 Cu.ft. |
Fuel Tank | 18.5 Gal. | 18.5 Gal. | 18.5 Gal. |
Cost To Own | |||
NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
Passenger's | 4 | 5 | 5 |
Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Driver's | 4 | 5 | 5 |
Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 4 | 3 | 5 |
Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 5 | 4 |
IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
Overall Rear | marginal | good | marginal |
Chest | good | good | good |
Driver Torso | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
Overall Front | good | good | good |
Overall Side | good | good | good |
Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
Roof Strength | N/A | N/A | good |
Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
Restraints | good | good | good |
Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
Right Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
Head/Neck | good | good | good |
Dynamic Rating | marginal | good | marginal |