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Volkswagen Passat Base (1998) price & specs
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Overview
The 1998 Volkswagen Passat Base is a front-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Volkswagen Passat is regarded as a medium-sized car built in Germany with prices starting at $45,190 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Passat is powered by a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine that has 110 kW of power (at 5700 rpm) and 210 Nm of torque (at 1750 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission.
The Volkswagen Passat measures 1459mm (57.4 inches) in height, 4675mm (184.1 inches) in length, 1740mm (68.5 inches) in width with a 2703mm (106.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1395kg (3075.4 lbs) of unladen weight. The Passat Base comes standard with 205/60 R15 front tyres and 205/60 R15 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 60,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
72.44 - 101.79 kW/t
64.6 kW/t
102.87 kW/t
Boot Space
475 - 495 litres
373 litres
690 litres
Price
$39,500 - $56,990
$24,750
$56,990
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
60,000 km
60,000 km
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,675 mm
1,740 mm
1,459 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,675 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,740 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,459 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,703 mm |
| Load Capacity | 435 mm |
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Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Intercooler Compressor: yes
Number of Compressors: 1
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Bore Engine: 81
Engine (cc): 1781
Compression Ratio: 9.5
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.8
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 5
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 86.4
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Additional Fuel Types
Fuel Types: Unleaded
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Capacity Gal: 16.4
Capacity (L): 62
Clock
Type: Digital
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Instrument Cluster
Type: Analogue
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 223
Maximum Speed (mph): 139
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 155
Maximum Torque (Nm): 210
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5700
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: ABS
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Side Molding
Colour of Body Side Moulding: Black/Grey
Size of Body Side Molding: Narrow
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Front Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Rear Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Number of Door Switches: 4
Illuminated Entry System
Door Key Surround: yes
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (cu ft): 28.3
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (L): 800
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 475
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 59
Front Track (mm): 1498
Overall Height (in): 57.4
Overall Height (mm): 1459
Overall Length (in): 184.1
Overall Length (mm): 4675
Overall Width (in): 68.5
Overall Width (mm): 1740
Rear Track (in): 59.1
Rear Track (mm): 1500
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11400
Wheelbase (in): 106.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2703
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.6
Front Headroom (mm): 1007
Rear Headroom (in): 37.7
Rear Headroom (mm): 958
Front Hip Room (in): 57.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1466
Rear Hip Room (in): 56.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1440
Front Leg Room (in): 45.5
Front Leg Room (mm): 1155
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Lens Type: Conventional
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof One Touch Opening: yes
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 1
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 700
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1543
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1830
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4034
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1395
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3075
Antenna
Type: Roof
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Door Panel Trim
Material: Partial Cloth
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Textile
Luxury Trim
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Front Seats Rotational Adjustment: yes
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Open
Floor Type: Partial
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: Variable
Push Button Heater Controls: yes
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Power Locks
Includes Dead Bolt: yes
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Sunroof: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Internal Switch: yes
Operation: key
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