Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 106.7 in |
Length | 188.2 in | 188.0 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 71.7 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 59.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3344 lb. | 3512 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 55.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 37.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 35.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 61.7 ft3 |
2007 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of rear legroom and space for car seats. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Passat provided more interior space especially in the rear than the Audi A4 see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Compared to other sporty wagons (BMW, Subaru) the Passat has about 3" more rear leg room - enough to put my full-size parents and/or friends in the back seat without making them do contortions. Easier to get a child in and out of a rear safety seat, too. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Extremely comfortable front drivers seat w/ 12 way electronic adjustment. Able to find perfect driving position. Very little fatigue even after 12 - 14 hours of driving (taking breaks for food / gas of course). Lumbar adjusts both up/down and in/out. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This version of the Passat can easily fit 3 across seating in the rear see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
More than large enough for American size bodies! see full Volkswagen Passat review |
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 |
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 |
2007 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 |
Trim | Base | 2.0T | 3.6 VR6 | Wolfsburg Edition |
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 | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
Standard Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
Optional Transmission(s) | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic |   |   |
Standard Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
Optional Drivetrain(s) |   |   | AWD |   |
Standard Tires | 215/55HR16 tires | 215/55HR16 tires | 235/45HR17 tires | 225/45HR17 tires |
Optional Tires |   | 235/45HR17 tires | 235/40WR18 tires |   |
  |   | 235/40WR18 tires |   |   |
Trim | Base | 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 |
  |   | 235/40WR18 tires |   |
2007 Volkswagen Passat Powertrain: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This is the first car I have owned that actually pushes you back in the seat when accelerating. Quite amazing when compared to the competition. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The Passat engine and transmission gave the car a spirited performance see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The turbo kicks in fast, great low and high end acceleration. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good low end torque see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
200 HP turbo is quick and responsive w/ minimum turbo lag, 6 speed auto trans w/ paddle shifters, sport and manual mode is smooth shifting and always seems to find the correct gear. 32-34 MPG consistently on long highway trips at avg speed of 70 MPH. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Both engines, Turbo 4 and VR6 deliver strong acceleration, 3-Mode, 6 speed tip-tronic automatic transmission smooth shifting, always finds correct gear, faster in sport mode, has manual shift mode, love the paddle shifters. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Super power pick up with turbo and smooth shifting automatic. 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 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 shiftable automatic FWD |
The turbo is quick to respond and predictable. I love this engine. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2007 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
4dr Sedan | Base | 23,180 | 21,538 | 640 |
4dr Sedan | 2.0T | 24,180 | 22,461 | 640 |
4dr Sedan | 3.6 VR6 | 30,180 | 27,997 | 640 |
4dr Sedan | Wolfsburg Edition | 26,990 | 25,151 | 640 |
4dr Wagon | Base | 24,370 | 22,637 | 640 |
4dr Wagon | 2.0T | 25,320 | 23,513 | 640 |
4dr Wagon | 3.6 VR6 | 31,370 | 29,095 | 640 |