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2006 Volkswagen Passat Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in |
| Length | 188.2 in |
| Width | 71.7 in |
| Height | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3344 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen Passat
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
larger than chief competitors (BMW 3 series, Audi A4) see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Well bolstered seat, best seat heaters I ever had (have had Land Rovers and own a SAAB). see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good amount of rear leg room see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the front seat without squeezing the backseat. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the back seats. Room for three comfortably. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Firm, but not hard, adj lumbar, good wearing materials see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Soft, well supporting seats see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for adults see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No thigh support, not as comfortable as my 2000 Passat see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My two teenagers complain that the rear seat cushion is low and not very comfortable to sit on for long distances. the leg room is great. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2006 Volkswagen Passat 4-door Sedan Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | Value Edition | 2.0T | 3.6 VR6 |
| Standard Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@2750 |
| Standard Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | |
| Standard Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Optional Drivetrain(s) | AWD | ||
| Standard Tires | 215/55HR16 tires | 215/55HR16 tires | 235/45HR17 tires |
| Optional Tires | 235/45HR17 tires | 235/40WR18 tires |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2006 Volkswagen Passat
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat Powertrain: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The turbo is quick to respond and predictable. I love this engine. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Unbelievable passing power. When the turbo kicks in, the wagon will speed up through 85 mph or more, with ease. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Best mix of power, economy, responsiveness and economy available. Economy almost as good as TDI diesel predecessor. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Excellent power at virtually any engine speed, and the delivery is very smooth. Plenty of torque, combined with well selected gear ratios make the car very responsive. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The 2.0T motor and manual is a very fast combination and can be driven gently to return good gas mileage. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Smooth and powerful engine, quiet, plenty of low-end torque, and decent fuel economy see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very strong performance for fwd see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Very fast, great 3rd gear pick up, pulls well in all gears as well. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Power with low fuel consumption. Smooth and Torqey. Turbo charging with minimal lag. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
200 hp Turbocharged engine. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat Powertrain: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The 2.0t seemed over-matched by the mass of the car. Transmission had to shift frequently, even while maintaining speed. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2006 Volkswagen Passat
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
2006 Volkswagen Passat MSRP and Invoice Prices
| Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
| 4dr Sedan | Value Edition | 22,950 | 21,118 | 630 |
| 4dr Sedan | 2.0T | 23,900 | 21,985 | 630 |
| 4dr Sedan | 3.6 VR6 | 29,950 | 27,513 | 630 |
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