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Volkswagen Passat Specs at TrueDelta: Powertrains and tires by trim level (2008)

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Volkswagen Passat specs.

2008 Volkswagen Passat Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions

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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen Passat

2008 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 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 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 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 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 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
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
2008 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual FWD
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review
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
 

2008 Volkswagen Passat 4-door Sedan Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes

Trim Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Standard Engineturbocharged
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
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 Transmission6-speed manual6-speed manually-shiftable automatic6-speed manually-shiftable automatic6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
Optional Transmission(s)6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   
Standard DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWD
Optional Drivetrain(s)   AWD
Standard Tires215/55HR16 tires235/45HR17 tires235/45HR17 tires235/40WR18 tires

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4-door Wagon Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes

Trim Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Standard Engineturbocharged
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
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 Transmission6-speed manual6-speed manually-shiftable automatic6-speed manually-shiftable automatic6-speed manually-shiftable automatic
Optional Transmission(s)6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   
Standard DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDAWD
Standard Tires215/55HR16 tires235/45HR17 tires235/45HR17 tires235/40WR18 tires

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2008 Volkswagen Passat

2008 Volkswagen Passat Powertrain: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 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
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 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
2008 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good low end torque 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 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 manual FWD
Best mix of power, economy, responsiveness and economy available. Economy almost as good as TDI diesel predecessor. see full Volkswagen Passat review
 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat MSRP and Invoice Prices

Body Trim Base Price Invoice Destination
4dr Sedan Turbo 23,990 22,359 690
4dr Sedan Komfort 27,900 26,064 690
4dr Sedan Lux 30,100 28,107 690
4dr Sedan VR6 36,050 33,597 690
4dr Wagon Turbo 25,200 23,479 690
4dr Wagon Komfort 29,100 27,179 690
4dr Wagon Lux 31,300 29,222 690
4dr Wagon VR6 39,200 36,669 690

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