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    2001 Volkswagen Passat

    The 2001 Volkswagen Passat is a medium Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $44,990 for the base variant and topping out at $68,300 for the 4motion variant.

    There are 4 variants of the Passat available in Australia and this generation went on sale in mid-2001.

    The 2001 Passat was offered with a 3 year, 60,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Volkswagen Passat include 1.8 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (110kW/210Nm), 2.8 v6 (140kW/260Nm) and 2.8 v6 (142kW/280Nm). Available with 5-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.

    Retail Price
    $44,990 - $68,300†
    Transmission
    5-speed auto or 5-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sedan or Station Wagon
    Powertrain Type
    N/A
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    Retail Price
    $44,990 - $68,300†
    Transmission
    5-speed auto or 5-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sedan or Station Wagon
    Powertrain Type
    N/A

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    2001 Volkswagen Passat

    Available Variants

    The Volkswagen Passat comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being 4motion.

    Base

    Price from $0†

    V6

    Price from $0†

    Sport

    Price from $45,490†

    4motion

    Price from $65,990†

    2001 Volkswagen Passat

    News

    Volkswagen Australia increases prices on most models

    Volkswagen Australia increases prices on most models

    3 Years Ago

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    How does the 2001 Volkswagen Passat compare?

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    Power to Weight
    72.9 - 98.61 kW/t
    64.34 kW/t
    102.87 kW/t
    Boot Space
    400 - 525 litres
    351 litres
    528 litres
    Price
    $44,990 - $68,300
    $24,990
    $68,300
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    60,000 km
    60,000 km
    Unlimited

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,870 - 2,100 kg
    1,870 kg
    2,100 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,300 - 1,500 kg
    1,200 kg
    1,650 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    124 mm
    118 mm
    155 mm
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    2001 Volkswagen Passat

    Historical Information

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    2001 Volkswagen Passat

    Dimensions

    4,682 mm
    1,746 mm
    1,498 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,682 mm
    Overall Width1,746 mm
    Overall Height1,498 mm
    Wheelbase2,703 mm
    Load Capacity361 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Sales Data

    2024103Total Sales
    202566Total Sales
    20260YTD Sales

    Volkswagen Passat Sales rolling 12-months#

    *Based on VFACTS and EVC data

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    2001 Volkswagen Passat

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Volkswagen Passat is the base variant that starts from $0.

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    The most expensive Volkswagen Passat is the 4motion variant that starts from $68,300.

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    The best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Passat is 1500 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Volkswagen Passat is the base variant which measures 1746mm wide, 4682mm in length and sits 1498mm tall.

    The most powerful variants with 142kW of power and 280nm of torque are the V6 and 4motion variants.

    The Volkswagen Passat is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Volkswagen Passat is the 4motion variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2100 kg.

    The Volkswagen Passat uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.

    # Based on VFACTS and EVC data

    * Average savings based on recent CarExpert customer transactions. Actual savings will vary depending on vehicle make and model, location, stock availability, and other factors.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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