1996 Volkswagen Passat Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 1996 Volkswagen Passat lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 3  Passat GLS Sedan 4D | 2 of 3  Passat TDI Sedan 4D | 3 of 3  Passat GLX Sedan 4D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fair Market Price | $2,615 | $2,670 | $2,684 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 18/Hwy 25/Comb 21 MPG | City 31/Hwy 41/Comb 35 MPG | City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Diesel | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 115 @ 5400 RPM | 90 @ 3750 RPM | 172 @ 5800 RPM | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | V6, 2.8 Liter | ||
| Cargo Volume | 14.00 cu ft | 14.00 cu ft | 14.00 cu ft | ||
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 | ||
| Torque | 122 lb-ft | 149 lb-ft | 173 lb-ft | ||
| Turning Circle | 35.1 feet | 35.1 feet | 35.1 feet | ||
| 0 - 60 | 10.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 122 @ 5400 RPM | 149 @ 3750 RPM | 173 @ 5800 RPM | ||
| 0 to 60 | 10.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds | ||
| Top Speed | 114 mph | Not Available | 130 mph |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Not Available | Diesel | Not Available | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual | Automatic |
| Curb Weight | 2890 pounds | 3009 pounds | 3097 pounds | ||
| EPA Total Interior | 113 cubic feet | Not Available | Not Available | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gallons | 18.5 gallons | 18.5 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 39.3 inches | 39.3 inches | 37.8 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 45.1 inches | 45.1 inches | 45.1 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 4.4 inches | 4.4 inches | 4.4 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 181.5 inches | 181.5 inches | 181.5 inches | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 55 inches | 55 inches | 55 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 35.1 feet | 35.1 feet | 35.1 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 103.3 inches | 103.3 inches | 103.3 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 67.5 inches | 67.5 inches | 67.5 inches |
FAQs
Is the 1996 Volkswagen Passat a powerful car?
It depends on your definition of powerful. The 1996 Passat ranges in power from the TDI Sedan 4D with 90 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 12.5 seconds to the GLX Sedan 4D with 172 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 7.9 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 1996 Passat specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Volkswagen Passat specs page.
How fast is the 1996 Volkswagen Passat?
The 1996 Passat ranges in power from the TDI Sedan 4D with 90 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 12.5 seconds to the GLX Sedan 4D with 172 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 7.9 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 1996 Passat specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Volkswagen Passat specs page.
What are the levels of Volkswagen Passats?
The 1996 Volkswagen Passat comes in 3 different trims, ranging from the GLS Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $2,615.00 to the GLX Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $2,684.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 1996 Passat specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Volkswagen Passat specs page.
What features does the Volkswagen Passat 1996 have?
1996 Volkswagen Passat features include AM/FM Radio, Cassette, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 1996 Passat trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Volkswagen Passat specs page.