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Volkswagen Passat S (2003) price & specs
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Overview
The 2003 Volkswagen Passat S 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 $49,990 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Passat is powered by a 2.3L 5-cylinder engine that has 125 kW of power (at 6200 rpm) and 220 Nm of torque (at 3200 rpm) via a Five-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 62L fuel tank
The Volkswagen Passat measures 1462mm (57.6 inches) in height, 4703mm (185.2 inches) in length, 1746mm (68.7 inches) in width with a 2703mm (106.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1476kg (3254.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The Passat S comes standard with 205/55 R16 front tyres and 205/55 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
The 2003 Volkswagen Passat S has a 107mm ground clearance with a 1300kg braked and 650kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
84.69 - 113.04 kW/t
64.34 kW/t
127.09 kW/t
Boot Space
400 - 525 litres
400 litres
528 litres
Price
$49,990 - $97,900
$29,990
$97,900
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,950 - 2,300 kg
1,950 kg
2,300 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,300 - 2,100 kg
1,200 kg
2,100 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
107 - 124 mm
107 mm
155 mm
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Dimensions
4,703 mm
1,746 mm
1,462 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,703 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,746 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,462 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,703 mm |
| Load Capacity | 474 mm |
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Engine
Bore Engine: 81
Engine (cc): 2324
Compression Ratio: 10.8
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 2.3
Number of Cylinders: 5
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.2
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.4
Main Capacity (L): 62
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.2
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 38
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 10.3
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 23
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 10.3
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 6.2
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 225
Maximum Speed (mph): 140
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 220
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3200
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
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: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Sedan
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
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): 59.6
Front Track (mm): 1515
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.2
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 107
Overall Height (in): 57.6
Overall Height (mm): 1462
Overall Length (in): 185.2
Overall Length (mm): 4703
Overall Width (in): 68.7
Overall Width (mm): 1746
Rear Track (in): 59.6
Rear Track (mm): 1515
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11500
Wheelbase (in): 106.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2703
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.8
Front Headroom (mm): 1011
Rear Headroom (in): 37.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 951
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): 44.7
Front Leg Room (mm): 1136
Rear Leg Room (in): 35.7
Rear Leg Room (mm): 906
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Gloss
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
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Safety Operation for Rear Power Windows: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1300
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2866
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 650
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1433
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1950
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4299
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1476
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3254
Antenna
Type: Roof
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Rear
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Gear Selector: Leather
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
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 Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Pop Out
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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