1998 Volkswagen Passat Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 1998 Volkswagen Passat lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 3  Passat GLS Sedan 4D | 2 of 3  Passat GLX Sedan 4D | 3 of 3 Passat GLS TDI Sedan 4D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fair Market Price | $2,651 | $3,376 | $3,701 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 18/Hwy 28/Comb 21 MPG | City 16/Hwy 26/Comb 19 MPG | City 27/Hwy 39/Comb 31 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Diesel | ||
| Horsepower | 150 @ 5700 RPM | 190 @ 6000 RPM | 90 @ 4000 RPM | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter | V6, 2.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | ||
| Cargo Volume | 15.00 cu ft | 15.00 cu ft | 15.00 cu ft | ||
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | 4 | ||
| Torque | 155 lb-ft | 206 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft | ||
| Turning Circle | 37.4 feet | 37.4 feet | 37.4 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 3,120 pounds | 3,250 pounds | 3,133 pounds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 155 @ 5700 RPM | 206 @ 6000 RPM | 155 @ 4000 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
| Rear Spoiler | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Not Available | Not Available | Diesel | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Curb Weight | 3120 pounds | 3250 pounds | 3133 pounds | ||
| EPA Total Interior | 110 cubic feet | 110 cubic feet | 110 cubic feet | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gallons | 16.4 gallons | 16.4 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 39.7 inches | 37.8 inches | 39.7 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.5 inches | 41.5 inches | 41.5 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 4.3 inches | 4.3 inches | 4.3 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 184.1 inches | 184.1 inches | 184.1 inches | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.8 inches | 55.8 inches | 55.8 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 37.4 feet | 37.4 feet | 37.4 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 106.4 inches | 106.4 inches | 106.4 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 68.5 inches | 68.5 inches | 68.5 inches |
FAQs
Is the 1998 Volkswagen Passat a powerful car?
It depends on your definition of powerful. The 1998 Passat ranges in power from the GLS TDI Sedan 4D with 90 horsepower to the GLX Sedan 4D with 190 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1998 Passat specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Volkswagen Passat specs page.
How fast is the 1998 Volkswagen Passat?
The 1998 Passat ranges in power from the GLS TDI Sedan 4D with 90 horsepower to the GLX Sedan 4D with 190 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1998 Passat specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Volkswagen Passat specs page.
What are the levels of Volkswagen Passats?
The 1998 Volkswagen Passat comes in 3 different trims, ranging from the GLS Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $2,651.00 to the GLS TDI Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $3,701.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 1998 Passat specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Volkswagen Passat specs page.
What features does the Volkswagen Passat 1998 have?
1998 Volkswagen Passat features include AM/FM Radio, Cassette, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 1998 Passat trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Volkswagen Passat specs page.