2008 Volkswagen Passat Sedan

The refreshed 2008 Volkswagen Passat Sedan is available in 5 trims that range from the Turbo to the VR6 4Motion. The Passat Sedan has 4 doors and carries 5 passengers. The Volkswagen Passat Sedan Turbo is equipped with a customary 2.0-liter, I4, 200-hp, turbo engine and a 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive. An optional 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is available. The Volkswagen Passat Sedan VR6 4Motion is equipped with a customary 3.6-liter, V6, 280-hp engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. The 2008 Volkswagen Passat Sedan has a 50000mi/48 month basic warranty.

Standard features on the Volkswagen Passat Sedan include: battery rundown saver, pre-wiring, oil cooler, front and rear power outlets, multiple airbags, electronic parking aid, trunk anti-trap device, remote fuel door release, ABS brakes, traction and stability control, alloy wheels, tire detail, and full-size spare tire. Also, a stereo system with CD player and changer, keyless entry with remote, universal garage door opener, remote controls, remote releases, radio and vehicle anti-theft devices, full power accessories, wheel locks, anti-lockout device, child safety door locks, and a power sunroof are also standard. Rain-sensing interval wipers, folding/signaling/heated/and power adjustable exterior mirrors, tinted glass, illuminated vanity mirrors, dual automatic climate control, cruise control, trip computer, outside temperature gauge, steering wheel mounted controls, compass, tilt steering, powered and heated driver and passenger seats, leather interior, automatic headlamps, fog lights, and daytime running lights are further added standard features.

Available on the VR6 4Motion trim you get a heated washer system. Optional premium upgrades include a navigational system, rear spoiler, and intelligent cruise control.

The 2008 Volkswagen Passat Sedan is a luxury vehicle with a base starting price of $23,900.

Basic: 4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Drivetrain: 5 Years / 60,000 Miles

Corrosion: 12 Years / Unlimited Miles

Roadside Assistance: 4 Years / 50,000 Miles

NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS:

Frontal crash ratings:
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Side crash ratings:
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Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING:

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).