These are standard specifications for the 1996 Volkswagen Passat, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 4 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1993 - 1997 |
| Price : | $18,500 |
| Weight : | 3000 lbs | 1360.777 kg |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 8.2 seconds. |
| 1/4 Mile : | 16.3 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 126 mph | 202.734 km/h |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1984 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 115 BHP (84.64 KW) @ 5400 RPM |
| Torque : | 122 Ft-Lbs (165 NM) @ 3200 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.3 in | 83 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.7 in | 93 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 8 OHC (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Light Alloy |
| Ignition system : | multi point fuel inject |
| V 6 15-degree | narrow | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2792 cc | 170.4 cu in. | 2.8 L. |
| Power : | 172 BHP (126.592 KW) @ 5800 RPM |
| Torque : | 177 Ft-Lbs (240 NM) @ 4200 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.2 in | 81 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.6 in | 90 mm. |
| Compression : | 10.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 7 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Light Alloy |
| Ignition system : | multi point fuel inject |
5 Manual , 4 Automatic
Production Figures
| Total Volkswagen Production for 1996 : | 135,807 |
| 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Sedan 4 dr. 5 P : | 19,850 |
Handling
Recall
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Mfr Report Date | 19950801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 02V256000 |
| Summary | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ELECTRICAL PORTION OF THE IGNITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL CAUSING THE HEADLIGHTS AND WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE. |
| Consequence | IF SUCH FAILURES OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN USE AT NIGHT OR IN RAINY OR SNOWY WEATHER, A CRASH COULD OCCUR. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRICAL PART OF THE IGNITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 20, 2002. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VWOA AT 1-800-822-8987. |
| Notes | CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
Data updated January 2023
1996 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $16,300 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $36,300 |
| Avg. Home : | $118,200 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.22 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
1996 Volkswagen Passat FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1996 Volkswagen Passat?
Q: How fast is the 1996 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat has a top speed of 126 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1996 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat has a wheelbase size of 103.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1996 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat has a length of 181.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1996 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat has a width of 67.50 inches.Q: How much did the 1996 Volkswagen Passat cost when new?A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat had a base price of approximately $18,500 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1996 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat was a Sedan.Q: How many vehicles did Volkswagen produce in 1996? A: Volkswagen produced 135,807 automobiles in 1996.Q: What engines did the 1996 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1984 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 115 BHP (84.64 KW) @ 5400 RPM and 122 Ft-Lbs (165 NM) @ 3200 RPM V 6 (2792 cc | 170.4 cu in. | 2.8 L.) with 172 BHP (126.592 KW) @ 5800 RPM and 177 Ft-Lbs (240 NM) @ 4200 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1996 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 4 speed Automatic.
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Q: How fast is the 1996 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat has a top speed of 126 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1996 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat has a wheelbase size of 103.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1996 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat has a length of 181.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1996 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat has a width of 67.50 inches.Q: How much did the 1996 Volkswagen Passat cost when new?A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat had a base price of approximately $18,500 (USD).Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1996 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat was a Sedan.Q: How many vehicles did Volkswagen produce in 1996? A: Volkswagen produced 135,807 automobiles in 1996.Q: What engines did the 1996 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The 1996 Volkswagen Passat had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1984 cc | 121.1 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 115 BHP (84.64 KW) @ 5400 RPM and 122 Ft-Lbs (165 NM) @ 3200 RPMSimilarly Sized Vehicles
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