Our Review 2003 Volkswagen Passat
The Volkswagen Passat for 2003
Made in GERMANY for Volkswagen, the Passat for 2003 is a contender in the 5-seat SEDAN 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $37,900 USD with a invoice price of $34,729 USD.
Passat Dimensions
In 2003 the Passat has an overall length of 185.20 inches and a width of 68.70 inches. It sits a total of 57.50 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 5.80 inches. Front headroom is 37.80 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Passat a turning radius of 37.70 inches. It uses 215/55R16 tires with a wheelbase of 106.40 inches.
Drivetrain
The Passat comes standard with a 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive or 6-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a all-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3953 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The engine powering the Passat gets 17 - 18 miles/gallon city and 24 - 25 miles/gallon highway off a 21.10 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the Passat are also available.
Pricing
The Passat retails for $37,900 USD with a invoice price of $34,729 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists First Aid Kit, CD Changer, Load Bearing Exterior Rack, Front Air Dam, Rear Spoiler.
Exterior color choices include Black, Blue Silver Metallic, Blue Spirit Pearl, Candy White, Colorado Red Pearl, Fresco Green Metallic, Indigo Blue Pearl, Mojave Beige Metallic, Pacific Blue Pearl, Reflex Silver Metallic, Silverstone Grey Metallic with interior choices of Beige Leather Interior, Black Leather Interior, Gray Leather Interior. The Passat seats 5 people with 41.50 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 60 month/60,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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