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Overview
The 2004 Volkswagen Passat Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Wagon that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Volkswagen Passat is regarded as a lower Medium built in Germany with prices starting at $102,990 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Passat is powered by a 4L 8-cylinder engine that has 202 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 370 Nm of torque (at 2750 rpm) via a Five-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 80L fuel tank
The Volkswagen Passat measures 1497mm (58.9 inches) in height, 4682mm (184.3 inches) in length, 1746mm (68.7 inches) in width with a 2702mm (106.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1864kg (4109.4 lbs) of unladen weight. The Passat Base comes standard with 225/45 R17 front tyres and 225/45 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2004 Volkswagen Passat Base has a 124mm ground clearance with a 2200kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
59 - 111.23 kW/t
59 kW/t
111.23 kW/t
Boot Space
400 - 525 litres
386 litres
567 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,980 - 2,360 kg
1,810 kg
2,360 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,600 - 2,200 kg
1,500 kg
2,200 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
107 - 124 mm
107 mm
155 mm
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Dimensions
4,682 mm
1,746 mm
1,497 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,682 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,746 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,497 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,702 mm |
| Load Capacity | 496 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Passat Features & Specs
Engine
Bore Engine: 84
Engine (cc): 3999
Compression Ratio: 10.8
Engine Configuration: W
Engine (L): 4
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.2
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.4
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 37
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 11.3
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 21
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 11.3
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 6.4
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 227
Maximum Speed (mph): 141
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 275
Maximum Power (kW): 202
Maximum Torque (Nm): 370
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2750
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Type: Hydraulic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: Wagon
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Wagon
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Bumpers: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Side of Body: yes
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 54.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 1545
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 525
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 59.5
Front Track (mm): 1511
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 124
Overall Height (in): 58.9
Overall Height (mm): 1497
Overall Length (in): 184.3
Overall Length (mm): 4682
Overall Width (in): 68.7
Overall Width (mm): 1746
Rear Track (in): 59.4
Rear Track (mm): 1510
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11500
Wheelbase (in): 106.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2702
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.6
Front Headroom (mm): 1006
Rear Headroom (in): 39.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 1010
Front Hip Room (in): 57.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1466
Rear Hip Room (in): 56.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1440
Front Leg Room (in): 44.7
Front Leg Room (mm): 1136
Rear Leg Room (in): 35.4
Rear Leg Room (mm): 900
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Projector Beam
Paint
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4850
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2360
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5203
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1864
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4109
Antenna
Type: Roof
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Boot Capacity: 6
Location: Boot
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood/Woodgrain
Doors: Wood/Woodgrain
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood/Woodgrain
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Pop Out
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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