When did the Volkswagen Passat airbags come out?
During the 2000 calendar year, the Passat has nosed ahead of the New Beetle to become Volkswagens second best-selling model behind the Jetta. Curtain-type airbags that deploy from above the side windows to protect the heads of passengers in side collisions will become standard on the midsize Passat later in the 2001 model year.
What kind of car is the Volkswagen Passat?
Audi is Volkswagens luxury division, and the Passat is derived from the A6. The sloping front and rear pillars follow the same theme as the New Beetles design. With an overall length of 184 inches, the Passat sedan is sized like a compact car on the outside, but the 106-inch wheelbase moves it up to the midsize class.
How big is the trunk on a VW Passat?
Trunk capacity looks larger than the 15 cubic feet listed by Volkswagen. A mix of striking blue lighting for the gauges and harsh red lighting for the stereo and climate systems illuminates the dashboard. The standard engine on the GLS model is a turbocharged, 1.8-liter four-cylinder with 150 horsepower.
Is there a sunroof on a Volkswagen Passat?
The Passat is roomier inside than most cars with similar exterior dimensions. Headroom is plentiful all around, though the power sunroof which is standard on the GLX and optional on the GLS reduces clearance to just adequate for taller passengers.
Is the Volkswagen Passat GLX V6 4DR a lemon?
VW Service Center unable to appropriately diagnose. $1OO each visit for them to even diagnose – never fixed. From check engine warning light to cracked hoses, leaks throughout the history of the car. A Lemon. Worst all around car experience from purchase. Driving this car is exciting and fun.
When did the Volkswagen Passat GLX go out of warranty?
Got this car at around 18,000 miles and had no problems until 50,000 – right after it was no longer under warranty.