2008 Volkswagen Passat Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2008 Volkswagen Passat lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Sedan

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Fair Market Price	$4,338	$4,449	$4,700	$5,050	$5,827
Fuel Economy	City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG	City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG	City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG	City 17/Hwy 26/Comb 20 MPG	City 16/Hwy 24/Comb 19 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	200 @ 5100 RPM	200 @ 5100 RPM	200 @ 5100 RPM	280 @ 6200 RPM	280 @ 6200 RPM
Engine	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter	V6, 3.6 Liter	V6, 3.6 Liter
Cargo Volume	14.20 cu ft	14.20 cu ft	14.20 cu ft	14.20 cu ft	14.20 cu ft
Cylinders	4	4	4	6	6
Torque	207 lb-ft	207 lb-ft	207 lb-ft	265 lb-ft	265 lb-ft
Turning Circle	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet
Curb Weight	3,246 pounds	3,246 pounds	3,246 pounds	3,442 pounds	3,696 pounds

Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional

iPod Connector	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Premium Radio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard

Torque

207 @ 5100 RPM

265 @ 6200 RPM

Leather Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Folding Rear Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Adaptive Headlights	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Alloy Wheels	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alarm System

Standard

Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	AWD
Recommended Fuel	Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	3246 pounds	3246 pounds	3246 pounds	3442 pounds	3696 pounds
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons	18.5 gallons
Front Head Room	38.4 inches	38.4 inches	38.4 inches	38.4 inches	38.4 inches
Front Leg Room	41.4 inches	41.4 inches	41.4 inches	41.4 inches	41.4 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	5.2 inches	5.2 inches	5.2 inches	5.2 inches	5.2 inches
Overall Length	188.2 inches	188.2 inches	188.2 inches	188.2 inches	188.2 inches
Payload Capacity	999 pounds	999 pounds	999 pounds	1034 pounds	1069 pounds
Front Shoulder Room	55.7 inches	55.7 inches	55.7 inches	55.7 inches	55.7 inches
Turning Diameter	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet
Wheel Base	106.7 inches	106.7 inches	106.7 inches	106.7 inches	106.7 inches
Width with mirrors	71.7 inches	71.7 inches	71.7 inches	71.7 inches	71.7 inches

FAQs

Is the 2008 Volkswagen Passat a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2008 Passat ranges in power from the Turbo Sedan 4D with 200 horsepower to the VR6 4Motion Sedan 4D with 280 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2008 Passat specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2008 Volkswagen Passat specs page.

How fast is the 2008 Volkswagen Passat?

The 2008 Passat ranges in power from the Turbo Sedan 4D with 200 horsepower to the VR6 4Motion Sedan 4D with 280 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2008 Passat specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2008 Volkswagen Passat specs page.

What are the levels of Volkswagen Passats?

The 2008 Volkswagen Passat comes in 5 different trims, ranging from the Turbo Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $4,338.00 to the VR6 4Motion Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $5,827.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2008 Passat specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2008 Volkswagen Passat specs page.

What features does the Volkswagen Passat 2008 have?

2008 Volkswagen Passat features include AM/FM Radio, Child Door Locks, and Child Seat Anchors. For a full list of All 2008 Passat trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2008 Volkswagen Passat specs page.