2003 Volkswagen Passat
The new Volkswagen Passat is a medium-sized car offered in both 4D Sedan and 5D Sedan body styles. Available in Australia from $49,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the S variant and topping out at $97,900 for the W8.
There are 8 variants of the Passat available in Australia.
Engine options include 2.8L multi-point injection (140kW/260Nm), 2.3L multi-point injection (125kW/220Nm) and 4L multi-point injection (202kW/370Nm). All variants feature 5-speed automatic transmission. Both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2003 Passat is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
5-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Sedan or Station Wagon
Powertrain Type
N/A
Retail Price
Transmission
5-speed auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Sedan or Station Wagon
Powertrain Type
N/A
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Volkswagen Passat
Features & Specs
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Available Variants
The Volkswagen Passat comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being S and the most expensive being W8.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,703 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,746 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,462 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,703 mm |
| Load Capacity | 474 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Volkswagen Passat
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Volkswagen Passat is the S that starts from $49,990.
See all Volkswagen Passat PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Passat is the W8 that starts from $97,900.
See all Volkswagen Passat PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Passat is offered by the W8 which can tow 2100 kg
See all Volkswagen Passat towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Passat is the V6 S which measures 1746mm wide, 4682mm in length and sits 1498mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Passat is the W8 which has 202kW of power from its 4L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Volkswagen Passat is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Volkswagen Passat is the W8 which weighs 2300 kg (kerb weight).
The Volkswagen Passat uses Premium Unleaded.
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