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2006 Volkswagen Passat and 2021 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2021 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Passat | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@2750 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@4700 258 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 103.8 in | 2.9 in |
| Length | 188.2 in | 167.6 in | 20.6 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 70.8 in | 0.9 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 58.2 in | -0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3576 lb. | 3256 lb. | 320 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.4 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 55.9 in | -0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.1 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 53.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 35.6 in | 2.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 2.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -3.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 | -39.5 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2021 Volkswagen Golf / GTI
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