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2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6L Specs

Volkswagen Passat

2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6L V6 Automatic powered by 3.6L V6 Gas Engine with 6-Speed Automatic transmission.

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Overview
Select configuration:
$29,950
Starting Price (MSRP)
Engine
3.6L V6 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Body Type
Sedan
Seating capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
14.2 ft³
Fuel Economy
City: 19 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

  • Engine
    3.6L V6 Gas
  • Horsepower
    280 hp @ 6200 rpm
  • Torque
    265 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm
  • Transmission
    6-Speed Automatic
  • Drivetrain
    Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

  • Steering Type
    Electromechanical
  • Turning Diameter
    35.8 ft

Wheels

  • Wheels Type
    Aluminum Wheels
  • Front Wheel Size
    17" x 7"
  • Rear Wheel Size
    17" x 7"

Suspension

  • Front Suspension
    Independent
  • Rear Suspension
    Independent

Tires

  • Front Tire
    P235/45HR17
  • Rear Tire
    P235/45HR17
  • Spare Tire
    P235/45HR17

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

  • Combined
    23 MPG
  • City
    19 MPG
  • Highway
    28 MPG

Fuel Tank

  • Fuel Tank Capacity
    18.5 gallons

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

  • Length
    188.2 in
  • Height
    58 in
  • Max Width
    71.7 in
  • Front Width
    61.1 in
  • Rear Width
    61.1 in
  • Wheelbase
    106.7 in
  • Ground Clearance
    5.2 in

Interior Space

  • Seating Capacity
    5 seater
  • Front Seat Leg Room
    41.4 in
  • Front Seat Headroom
    38.4 in
  • Front Seat Shoulder Room
    55.7 in
  • Rear Seat Leg Room
    37.7 in
  • Rear Seat Headroom
    37.8 in
  • Rear Seat Shoulder Room
    54.6 in

Weight and Towing

  • Curb Weight
    3,576 lbs

Cargo Space

  • Trunk Volume
    14.2 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Arctic Blue Silver
  • Blue Graphite
  • Candy White
  • Deep Black
  • Granite Green
  • Mocha Brown
  • Reflex Silver
  • Shadow Blue
  • United Gray
  • Wheat Beige

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black Leatherette Seat Trim
  • Gray Or Beige Leatherette Seat Trim
  • Nappa Leather Seat Trim
  • Vienna Leather Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

  • HD Radio
    Not Available
  • Bluetooth Connection
    Not Available
  • Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
    Not Available
  • Premium Sound System
    Optional
  • Satellite Radio
    Not Available
  • Smart Device Integration
    Not Available
  • WiFi Hotspot
    Not Available
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
    Not Available
  • Entertainment System
    Not Available
  • MP3 Player
    Not Available

Interior Trim

  • Bucket Seats
    Not Available
  • Cloth Seats
    Standard
  • Leather Seats
    Standard
  • Leather Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Premium Synthetic Seats
    Standard
  • Vinyl Seats
    Standard
  • Woodgrain Interior Trim
    Not Available
  • Sun/Moonroof
    Not Available

Comfort

  • Head-Up Display
    Not Available
  • Navigation System
    Optional
  • Steering Wheel Audio Controls
    Not Available
  • Power Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Power Mirror(s)
    Not Available
  • A/C
    Not Available
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
    Not Available
  • Automatic Parking
    Not Available
  • Climate Control
    Not Available
  • Cooled Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cooled Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cruise Control
    Not Available
  • Hands-Free Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Heated Front Seat(s)
    Optional
  • Heated Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Keyless Entry
    Not Available
  • Multi-Zone A/C
    Not Available
  • Power Driver Seat
    Not Available
  • Power Passenger Seat
    Not Available
  • Remote Engine Start
    Not Available
  • Remote Trunk Release
    Not Available
  • Seat Memory
    Not Available
  • Universal Garage Door Opener
    Not Available
  • Seat-Massage
    Not Available
  • Rear A/C
    Not Available
  • Keyless Start
    Not Available
  • Navigation from Telematics
    Not Available
  • Telematics
    Not Available

Additional Packages

cold weather package

$225

heated driver & passenger seats

equipment package #1 luxury

$2,750

leather seating surfaces w/heated front seats, wood trim & shift knob, leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, automatic headlamps w/coming-home feature, fog lamps, rain sensing wipers, heated washer nozzles, heated exterior mirrors w/environmental lighting & memory, dual-zone climatronic, Homelink, switchable auto-dimming interior mirror, 12-way pwr front seats w/driver (3) position memory, manual side & rear sunshades, storage net in trunk (N/A w/Equipment Pkg #1 Sport, #2 Luxury or #2 Sport)

equipment package #1 luxury

$2,750

leather seating surfaces w/heated front seats, wood trim & shift knob, leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, automatic headlamps w/coming-home feature, fog lamps, rain sensing wipers, heated washer nozzles, heated exterior mirrors w/environmental lighting & memory, dual-zone climatronic, Homelink, switchable auto-dimming interior mirror, 12-way pwr front seats w/driver (3) position memory, manual side & rear sunshades, storage net in trunk (N/A w/Equipment Pkg #1 Sport, #2 Luxury or #2 Sport) *No Longer Factory Orderable-See Dealer For Current Availability*

equipment package #1 sport

$3,050

Nappa leather sport seats w/heated front seats, aluminum trim, leather-wrapped multi-function 3-spoke steering wheel w/Tiptronic controls, leather shiftknob, automatic headlamps w/coming-home feature, fog lamps, rain sensing wipers, heated washer nozzles, heated exterior mirrors w/environmental lighting & memory, dual-zone climatronic, Homelink, switchable auto-dimming interior mirror, 12-way pwr front seats w/driver (3) position memory, manual side & rear sunshades, storage net in trunk (N/A w/Equipment Pkg #1 Sport, #2 Luxury or #2 Sport)

equipment package #1 sport

$3,050

Nappa leather sport seats w/heated front seats, aluminum trim, leather-wrapped multi-function 3-spoke steering wheel w/Tiptronic controls, leather shiftknob, automatic headlamps w/coming-home feature, fog lamps, rain sensing wipers, heated washer nozzles, heated exterior mirrors w/environmental lighting & memory, dual-zone climatronic, Homelink, switchable auto-dimming interior mirror, 12-way pwr front seats w/driver (3) position memory, manual side & rear sunshades, storage net in trunk (N/A w/Equipment Pkg #1 Sport, #2 Luxury or #2 Sport) *No Longer Factory Orderable-See Dealer For Current Availability*

equipment package #2 luxury

$5,250

Equipment Pkg #1 Luxury, HID bi-xenon headlamps w/adaptive front lighting system (AFS) & headlight washers, Dynaudio premium sound system, park distance control (N/A w/Equipment Pkg #1 Luxury, #1 Sport, #2 Sport)

equipment package #2 luxury

$5,250

Equipment Pkg #1 Luxury, HID bi-xenon headlamps w/adaptive front lighting system (AFS) & headlight washers, Dynaudio premium sound system, park distance control (N/A w/Equipment Pkg #1 Luxury, #1 Sport, #2 Sport) *No Longer Factory Orderable-See Dealer For Current Availability*

equipment package #2 sport

$5,550

Equipment Pkg #1 Sport, HID bi-xenon headlamps w/adaptive front lighting system (AFS) & headlight washers, Dynaudio premium sound system, park distance control (N/A w/Equipment Pkg #1 Luxury, #1 Sport, #2 Luxury)

equipment package #2 sport

$5,550

Equipment Pkg #1 Sport, HID bi-xenon headlamps w/adaptive front lighting system (AFS) & headlight washers, Dynaudio premium sound system, park distance control (N/A w/Equipment Pkg #1 Luxury, #1 Sport, #2 Luxury) *No Longer Factory Orderable-See Dealer For Current Availability*

no option package administrative code

*This code will automatically appear when Equipment Pkg #1 or #2 is not ordered*

Safety

US NHTSA crash test result

  • Rollover Rating

Airbags

  • Driver Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Front Head Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Front Side Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Knee Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Passenger Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Rear Head Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Rear Side Air Bag
    Optional
  • Seatbelt Air Bag
    Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

  • Basic
    4 Years / 50,000 Miles
  • Corrosion
    12 Years / Unlimited Miles
  • Drivetrain
    5 Years / 60,000 Miles
  • Roadside Assistance
    4 Years / Unlimited Miles
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