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Car Specifications2005 Volkswagen Passat
The 2005 Volkswagen Passat is a lower Medium. When it was new, prices in New Zealand started around $54,490.
There is 1 variant of the Passat available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2001.
The 2005 Passat was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Volkswagen Passat include 1.9L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (96kW/285Nm), 2.3L v5 (125kW/220Nm), 2.8L v6 (142kW/280Nm) and 4.0L w 8-cylinder (202kW/370Nm). All variants feature 5-speed automatic transmission. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
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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 | 464 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2005 Volkswagen Passat
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Volkswagen Passat is the base variant that starts from $54,490.
See all Volkswagen Passat PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Passat is the base variant that starts from $102,990.
See all Volkswagen Passat PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Passat is offered by the base variant which can tow 2200 kg.
See all Volkswagen Passat towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Passat is the base variant which measures 1746mm wide, 4682mm in length and sits 1498mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Passat is the base variant which has 202kW of power and 370nm of torque.
The Volkswagen Passat is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Volkswagen Passat is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2360 kg.
The Volkswagen Passat may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
† 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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