2008 Volkswagen Passat Summary

2008 Volkswagen Passat

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2008 Volkswagen Passat

Kelley Blue Book Retail $10,750–$19,800  

MPG City: 16 – 20 Highway: 24 – 29

Available Engines

200-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (premium)
280-hp, 3.6-liter V-6 (premium)

Transmissions

6-speed manual w/OD
6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

Average Consumer Rating

(4.5) 21 consumer reviews

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Expert Snapshot

New or Notable

Turbo four-cylinder or V-6
Side-impact and side curtain airbags
Optional adaptive headlights
Standard power liftgate (wagon)
 

What We Like

+High-grade interior
+Torque-y V-6 engine
+Highway poise
+Optional Dynaudio sound system
 

What We Don't

-Throttle lag with automatic transmission
-Torque steer in FWD V-6 models
-Rough V-6 idle
-Price of entry compared to competition
 
Redesigned for 2006, the Passat is Volkswagen's midsize car and is available in both sedan and wagon body styles. Front- and all-wheel-drive models are offered. Competitors include the Honda Accord and Nissan Altima.  Read More
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