2004 Volkswagen Passat Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2004 Volkswagen Passat lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Fair Market Price	$2,876	$3,107	$3,116	$3,275	$3,327	$3,918	$4,499	$5,022
Fuel Economy	City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG	City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG	City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG	City 17/Hwy 25/Comb 20 MPG	City 17/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPG	City 15/Hwy 22/Comb 18 MPG	City 23/Hwy 34/Comb 27 MPG	City 23/Hwy 34/Comb 27 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Diesel	Diesel
Horsepower	170 @ 5900 RPM	170 @ 5900 RPM	170 @ 5900 RPM	190 @ 6000 RPM	190 @ 6000 RPM	270 @ 6000 RPM	134 @ 4000 RPM	134 @ 4000 RPM
Engine	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter	V6, 2.8 Liter	V6, 2.8 Liter	W8, 4.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel	4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel
Cargo Volume	56.50 cu ft	54.60 cu ft	56.50 cu ft	56.50 cu ft	54.60 cu ft	54.60 cu ft	56.50 cu ft	56.50 cu ft
Cylinders	4	4	4	6	6	8	4	4
Torque	166 lb-ft	166 lb-ft	166 lb-ft	206 lb-ft	206 lb-ft	273 lb-ft	N/A	N/A
Turning Circle	37.4 feet	37.4 feet	37.4 feet	37.4 feet	37.4 feet	37.7 feet	37.4 feet	37.4 feet
0 - 60	9 seconds	N/A	9 seconds	8.4 seconds	8.7 seconds	6.7 seconds	9 seconds	9 seconds

Emergency & Security Services	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard	Optional	Optional
Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Optional

Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Hands Free Phone	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard	Optional	Optional

Cruise Control

Standard

Torque	166 @ 5900 RPM	166 @ 5900 RPM	166 @ 5900 RPM	206 @ 6000 RPM	206 @ 6000 RPM	273 @ 6000 RPM	Not Available	Not Available
0 to 60	9 seconds	Not Available	9 seconds	8.4 seconds	8.7 seconds	6.7 seconds	9 seconds	9 seconds
Top Speed	130 mph	Not Available	130 mph	130 mph	130 mph	130 mph	Not Available	Not Available

Third Row Seat	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Leather Seats	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional	Optional
Dual Power Front Seats	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional	Optional
Power Driver's Seat	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional	Optional

	Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
	Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alloy Wheels	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Roof Rails	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Drivetrain	FWD	AWD	FWD	FWD	AWD	AWD	FWD	FWD
Recommended Fuel	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Diesel	Diesel
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Manual	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	3307 pounds	3590 pounds	3338 pounds	3499 pounds	3840 pounds	3982 pounds	3492 pounds	3519 pounds
Fuel Capacity	16.4 gallons	16.4 gallons	16.4 gallons	16.4 gallons	16.4 gallons	21.1 gallons	16.4 gallons	16.4 gallons
Front Head Room	39.7 inches	37.8 inches	37.8 inches	37.8 inches	37.8 inches	37.8 inches	39.7 inches	37.8 inches
Front Leg Room	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches	41.5 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	5.8 inches	5.8 inches	5.8 inches	5.8 inches	5.8 inches	5.8 inches	5.8 inches	5.8 inches
Overall Length	184.3 inches	184.3 inches	184.3 inches	184.3 inches	184.3 inches	184.3 inches	184.3 inches	184.3 inches
Payload Capacity	1102 pounds	Not Available	1087 pounds	1056 pounds	1036 pounds	1135 pounds	1102 pounds	1087 pounds
Front Shoulder Room	55.8 inches	55.8 inches	55.8 inches	55.8 inches	55.8 inches	55.8 inches	55.8 inches	55.8 inches
Turning Diameter	37.4 feet	37.4 feet	37.4 feet	37.4 feet	37.4 feet	37.7 feet	37.4 feet	37.4 feet
Wheel Base	106.4 inches	106.4 inches	106.4 inches	106.4 inches	106.4 inches	106.4 inches	106.4 inches	106.4 inches
Width with mirrors	68.7 inches	68.7 inches	68.7 inches	68.7 inches	68.7 inches	68.7 inches	68.7 inches	68.7 inches

FAQs

Is the 2004 Volkswagen Passat a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2004 Passat ranges in power from the GL TDI Wagon 4D with 134 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 9 seconds to the W8 4Motion Wagon 4D with 270 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 6.7 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2004 Passat specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2004 Volkswagen Passat specs page.

How fast is the 2004 Volkswagen Passat?

The 2004 Passat ranges in power from the GL TDI Wagon 4D with 134 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 9 seconds to the W8 4Motion Wagon 4D with 270 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 6.7 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2004 Passat specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2004 Volkswagen Passat specs page.

What are the levels of Volkswagen Passats?

The 2004 Volkswagen Passat comes in 8 different trims, ranging from the GL Wagon 4D with a base MSRP of $2,876.00 to the GLS TDI Wagon 4D with a base MSRP of $5,022.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2004 Passat specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2004 Volkswagen Passat specs page.

What features does the Volkswagen Passat 2004 have?

2004 Volkswagen Passat features include AM/FM Radio, Cassette, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 2004 Passat trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2004 Volkswagen Passat specs page.