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3.2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, 4x4
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Volkswagen Passat Base (2006) price & specs
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Overview
The 2006 Volkswagen Passat Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Station Wagon 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 $56,990 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Passat is powered by a 3.2L 6-cylinder engine that has 184 kW of power (at 6250 rpm) and 330 Nm of torque (at 2750 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Volkswagen claims the Passat Base uses 10.1L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 242g of CO2. It has a 70L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 693km per full tank
The Volkswagen Passat measures 1517mm (59.7 inches) in height, 4774mm (188.0 inches) in length, 1820mm (71.7 inches) in width with a 2709mm (106.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1712kg (3774.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The Passat Base comes standard with 235/45 R17 front tyres and 235/45 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
63 - 111.45 kW/t
63 kW/t
139.37 kW/t
Boot Space
565 - 603 litres
446 litres
603 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.6 - 10.1 L/100km
6.6 L/100km
12.5 L/100km
Price
$42,990 - $56,990
$25,990
$63,490
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,774 mm
1,820 mm
1,517 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,774 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,820 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,517 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,709 mm |
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Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 242
Engine
Bore Engine: 86
Engine (cc): 3168
Compression Ratio: 12
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 3.2
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.9
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
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
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 10.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 23
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
AS 2877 Combined (L/100km): 10.1
AS 2877 Combined (mpg): 23
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 10.1
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 243
Maximum Speed (mph): 151
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 250
Maximum Power (kW): 184
Maximum Torque (Nm): 330
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6250
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2750
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Centre
Transmission
Automatic Clutch Manual: yes
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Manual With Automatic Clutch
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Locking Wheel Nuts: yes
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Locking Wheel Nuts: yes
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: Station Wagon
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Station Wagon
Platform Code: Pq46
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Bumpers: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Side of Body: 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 (cu ft): 61.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 1731
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 21.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 603
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.1
Front Track (mm): 1552
Overall Height (in): 59.7
Overall Height (mm): 1517
Overall Length (in): 188
Overall Length (mm): 4774
Overall Width (in): 71.7
Overall Width (mm): 1820
Rear Track (in): 61.1
Rear Track (mm): 1551
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11400
Wheelbase (in): 106.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2709
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
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
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
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Wide Angle Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 1
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Safety Operation for Rear Power Windows: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1712
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3774
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 6
Adjustment Settings: 3
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Number of Outlets in Boot Cargo (12V): 1
Location (12V): Front
Number of Outlets in Front (12V): 1
Location (12V): Rear
Number of Outlets in Rear (12V): 1
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: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
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 Active: yes
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
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 3
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
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
Location: Rear
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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