|
2003 Volkswagen Passat - Specs
|
|
| Engine |
GLS 2.8L
V6
|
GLS 2.8L
V6 4MOTION
|
GLS 1.8T
|
| Type |
6-cylinder, 90° V
|
6-cylinder, 90° V
|
4-cylinder, in-line
|
| Bore |
3.25 in
|
3.25 in
|
3.19 in
|
| Stroke |
3.40 in
|
3.40 in
|
3.40 in
|
| Displacement |
169.1 in (cubic)
|
169.1 in (cubic)
|
108.6 in (cubic)
|
| Compression Ratio |
10.6 : 1
|
10.6 : 1
|
9.3 : 1
|
| Horsepower (SAE) @ rpm |
190 @ 6000 (142 kW @ 6000)
|
190 @ 6000 (142 kW @ 6000)
|
170 @ 5900 (125 kW @ 5900)
|
| Max. torque, lbs-ft @ rpm |
206 @ 3200 (280 Nm @ 3200)
|
206 @ 3200 (280 Nm @ 3200)
|
166 @ 1950-5000 (225 Nm @ 1950
- 5000)
|
| Fuel Requirement |
Premium unleaded recommended for
maximum performance
|
Premium unleaded recommended for
maximum performance
|
Premium unleaded recommended for
maximum performance
|
| Engine Design |
GLS 2.8L
V6
|
GLS 2.8L
V6
4MOTION
|
GLS 1.8T
|
| Arrangement |
Front mounted, longitudinal
|
Front mounted, longitudinal
|
Front mounted, longitudinal
|
| Cylinder Block |
Cast iron
|
Cast iron
|
Cast iron
|
| Crank Shaft |
Forged steel, four main bearings
|
Forged steel, four main bearings
|
Forged steel, five main bearings
|
| Cylinder Head |
Aluminum alloy, cross flow
|
Aluminum alloy, cross flow
|
Aluminum alloy, cross flow
|
| Valve Train |
Double overhead camshaft, spur
belt driven, 5 valves per cylinder, maintenance
free hydraulic lifters
|
Double overhead camshaft with
variable intake valve timing, spur belt driven,
5 valves per cylinder, maintenance free hydraulic
lifters
|
Double overhead camshaft, spur
belt driven, 5 valves per cylinder, maintenance
free hydraulic lifters
|
| Cooling System |
Water cooled, water pump, cross
flow radiator, thermostatically controlled electric
radiator fan
|
Water cooled, water pump, cross
flow radiator, thermostatically controlled electric
radiator fan
|
Water cooled, water pump, cross
flow radiator, thermostatically controlled electric
radiator fan
|
| Lubrication |
Rotary gear pump, oil cooler
|
Rotary gear pump, oil cooler
|
Rotary gear pump, intermediate
shaft driven, oil cooler
|
| Fuel/Air Supply |
Sequential multi-point fuel injection
(Motronic ME7), variable intake manifold geometry
|
Sequential multi-point fuel injection
(Motronic ME7), variable intake manifold geometry
|
Sequential multi-point fuel injection
(Motronic ME7), turbocharger/intercooler
|
| Emissions |
OBD II, LEV, two 3-way pre catalytic
converters and two main catalysts with four oxygen
sensors (upstream and downstream)
|
OBD II, LEV, two 3-way pre catalytic
converters and two main catalysts with four oxygen
sensors (upstream and downstream)
|
OBD II, ULEV, 3-way catalytic
converter with two oxygen sensors (upstream and
downstream), onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR)
|
| Electrical
System |
GLS 2.8L
V6
|
GLS 2.8L
V6 4MOTION
|
GLS 1.8T
|
| Alternator, Volts/Amps |
14 / 90
|
14 / 90
|
14 / 90
|
| Battery, Volts (Amp Hours) |
12 (82)
|
12 (82)
|
12 (80)
|
| Ignition |
Digital electronic with dual knock
sensors
|
Digital electronic with dual knock
sensors
|
Digital electronic with dual knock
sensors
|
| Firing Order |
1-4-3-6-2-5
|
1-4-3-6-2-5
|
1-3-4-2
|
| Drivetrain |
GLS 2.8L
V6
|
| Drivetrain |
Front Wheel Drive
|
| Transmission Gear Ratios |
Manual
|
Automatic
|
| 1st |
3.50 : 1
|
3.66 : 1
|
| 2nd |
1.94 : 1
|
1.99 : 1
|
| 3rd |
1.30 : 1
|
1.41 : 1
|
| 4th |
0.94 : 1
|
1.00 : 1
|
| 5th |
0.79 : 1
|
0.74 : 1
|
| Reverse |
3.44 : 1
|
4.10 : 1
|
| Final |
3.70 : 1
|
3.09 : 1
|
| Drivetrain |
GLS 2.8L
V6 4MOTION
|
| Drivetrain |
All Wheel Drive
|
| Transmission Gear Ratios |
Automatic
|
| 1st |
3.67 : 1
|
| 2nd |
2.00 : 1
|
| 3rd |
1.41 : 1
|
| 4th |
1.00 : 1
|
| 5th |
0.74 : 1
|
| Reverse |
4.10 : 1
|
| Final |
3.73 : 1
|
| Drivetrain |
GLS 1.8T
|
| Drivetrain |
Front Wheel Drive
|
| Transmission Gear Ratios |
Manual
|
Automatic
|
| 1st |
3.78 : 1
|
3.67 : 1
|
| 2nd |
2.18 : 1
|
2.00 : 1
|
| 3rd |
1.43 : 1
|
1.41 : 1
|
| 4th |
1.03 : 1
|
1.00 : 1
|
| 5th |
0.84 : 1
|
0.74 : 1
|
| Reverse |
3.44 : 1
|
4.10 : 1
|
| Final |
3.70 : 1
|
3.73 : 1
|
| Capacities |
GLS 2.8L
V6
|
GLS 2.8L
V6 4MOTION
|
GLS 1.8T
|
| Engine Oil (with filter) |
6.3 qt
|
6.3 qt
|
4.2 qt
|
| Fuel Tank |
16.4 gal
|
16.4 gal
|
16.4 gal
|
| Coolant System |
9.6 qt
|
9.6 qt
|
7.1 qt
|
| Wiper Fluid |
6.7 qt
|
6.7 qt
|
6.7 qt
|
| Steering |
GLS 2.8L
V6
|
GLS 2.8L
V6 4MOTION
|
GLS 1.8T
|
| Type |
Rack and pinion, power assisted
|
Rack and pinion, power assisted
|
Rack and pinion, power assisted
|
| Turns (lock to lock) |
2.80
|
2.80
|
2.80
|
| Turning Circle (curb to curb) |
37.4 ft
|
37.4 ft
|
37.4 ft
|
| Ratio |
14.3 : 1
|
14.3 : 1
|
14.3 : 1
|
| Interior
Volumes - SAE |
GLS 2.8L
V6
|
GLS 2.8L
V6
4MOTION
|
GLS 1.8T
|
| EPA |
Mid-Size
|
Mid-Size
|
Mid-Size
|
| Passenger Volume |
95 ft (cubic)
|
95 ft (cubic)
|
95 ft (cubic)
|
| Trunk Volume |
15 ft (cubic)
|
10 ft (cubic)
|
15 ft (cubic)
|
| Seating
Capacity |
5
|
5
|
5
|
|
Front
|
Rear
|
Front
|
Rear
|
Front
|
Rear
|
| Volume |
53.2 ft (cubic)
|
42.2 ft (cubic)
|
53.2 ft (cubic)
|
42.2 ft (cubic)
|
53.2 ft (cubic)
|
42.2 ft (cubic)
|
| Head Room |
39.7 in
|
37.8 in
|
39.7 in
|
37.8 in
|
39.7 in
|
37.8 in
|
| Shoulder Room |
55.8 in
|
54.6 in
|
55.8 in
|
54.6 in
|
55.8 in
|
54.6 in
|
| Leg Room |
41.5 in
|
35.3 in
|
41.5 in
|
35.3 in
|
41.5 in
|
35.3 in
|
| Body,
Chassis & Suspension |
GLS 2.8L
V6
|
GLS 2.8L
V6
4MOTION
|
GLS 1.8T
|
| Type |
Unitized construction, bolt-on
front fenders, fully galvanized
|
Unitized construction, bolt-on
front fenders, fully galvanized
|
Unitized construction, bolt-on
front fenders, fully galvanized
|
| Front Suspension |
Four link suspension, coil springs,
telescopic shock absorbers, stabilizer bar
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Four link suspension, coil springs,
telescopic shock absorbers, stabilizer bar
|
Four link suspension, coil springs,
telescopic shock absorbers, stabilizer bar
|
| Rear Suspension |
Independent torsion beam axle
with trailing arms, coil springs, telescopic shock
absorbers, stabilizer bar
|
Independent torsion beam axle
with trailing arms, coil springs, telescopic shock
absorbers, stabilizer bar
|
Independent torsion beam axle
with trailing arms, coil springs, telescopic shock
absorbers, stabilizer bar
|
| Service Brake |
Power assisted, dual circuit,
vented 282.5 mm x 25 mm front discs and 245 mm x
10 mm solid rear discs
|
Power assisted, dual circuit,
vented 282.5 mm x 25 mm front discs and 245 mm x
10 mm solid rear discs
|
Power assisted, dual circuit,
vented 282.5 mm x 25 mm front discs and 245 mm x
10 mm solid rear discs
|
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Bosch 5.3, all four wheels
|
Bosch 5.3, all four wheels
|
Bosch 5.3, all four wheels
|
| Parking Brake |
Mechanical, effective on rear
wheels
|
Mechanical, effective on rear
wheels
|
Mechanical, effective on rear
wheels
|
| Wheels |
6 J x 15 steel wheels
|
6 J x 15 steel wheels
|
6 J x 15 steel wheels
|
| Tires |
P195/65 R 15 H all season tires
|
P195/65 R 15 H all season tires
|
P195/65 R 15 H all season tires
|
| Drag Coefficient |
0.27
|
0.27
|
0.27
|
| Exterior
Dimensions |
GLS 2.8L
V6
|
GLS 2.8L
V6 4MOTION
|
GLS 1.8T
|
| Wheelbase |
106.4 in
|
106.4 in
|
106.4 in
|
| Front Track |
59.6 in
|
59.6 in
|
59.6 in
|
| Rear Track |
59.6 in
|
59.6 in
|
59.6 in
|
| Length |
185.2 in
|
185.2 in
|
185.2 in
|
| Width |
68.7 in
|
68.7 in
|
68.7 in
|
| Height |
57.6 in
|
57.6 in
|
57.6 in
|
| Ground Clearance |
4.9 in
|
4.9 in
|
4.9 in
|
| Weights |
GLS 2.8L
V6
|
GLS 2.8L
V6 4MOTION
|
GLS 1.8T
|
| Curb Weight |
| Manual Transmission |
3,291 lb
|
-
|
3,225 lb
|
| Automatic Transmission |
3,411 lb
|
3,602 lb
|
3,322 lb
|
| Payload |
| Manual Transmission |
1,116 lb
|
-
|
1,071 lb
|
| Automatic Transmission |
1,107 lb
|
1,113 lb
|
1,063 lb
|
| Fuel
Consumption |
GLS 2.8L
V6
|
GLS 2.8L
V6 4MOTION
|
GLS 1.8T
|
| City mpg* |
| Manual Transmission |
20
|
-
|
22
|
| Automatic Transmission |
20
|
19
|
21
|
| Highway mpg* |
| Manual Transmission |
28
|
-
|
31
|
| Automatic Transmission |
27
|
26
|
30
|
| Performance 0 - 60 mph |
| Manual Transmission |
7.3
|
N.A.
|
7.9
|
| Automatic Transmission |
8.2
|
8.5
|
8.8
|
| *EPA fuel mileage estimates.
Your mileage may vary. |
| Engine |
GLX 2.8L
V6
|
GLX 2.8L2.8L
V6 4MOTION
|
W8 4.0L
|
| Type |
6-cylinder, 90°
V
|
6-cylinder, 90°
V
|
8-cylinder, 72° V, gasoline
|
| Bore |
3.25 in
|
3.25 in
|
3.31 in
|
| Stroke |
3.40 in
|
3.40 in
|
3.55 in
|
| Displacement |
169.1 in (cubic)
|
169.1 in (cubic)
|
244.0 in (cubic)
|
| Compression Ratio |
10.6 : 1
|
10.6 : 1
|
10.8 : 1
|
| Horsepower (SAE) @ rpm |
190 @ 6000 (142 kW @ 6000)
|
190 @ 6000 (142 kW @ 6000)
|
270 @ 6,000 (202 kW @ 6,000)
|
| Max. torque, lbs-ft @ rpm |
206 @ 3200 (280 Nm @ 3200)
|
206 @ 3200 (280 Nm @ 3200)
|
273 @ 2,750 (370 Nm @ 2,750)
|
| Fuel Requirement |
Premium unleaded recommended for
maximum performance
|
Premium unleaded recommended for
maximum performance
|
Premium unleaded recommended for
maximum performance
|
| Engine Design |
GLX 2.8L
V6
|
GLX 2.8L
V6 4MOTION
|
W8 4.0L
|
| Arrangement |
Front mounted, longitudinal
|
Front mounted, longitudinal
|
Front mounted, longitudinal
|
| Cylinder Block |
Cast iron
|
Cast iron
|
Cast aluminum
|
| Crank Shaft |
Forged steel, four main bearings
|
Forged steel, four main bearings
|
Forged steel, five main bearings
|
| Cylinder Head |
Aluminum alloy, cross flow
|
Aluminum alloy, cross flow
|
Aluminum alloy, cross flow
|
| Valve Train |
Double overhead camshaft, spur
belt driven, 5 valves per cylinder, maintenance
free hydraulic lifters
|
Double overhead camshaft, spur
belt driven, 5 valves per cylinder, maintenance
free hydraulic lifters
|
Dual overhead camshaft, chain
driven, 4 valves per cylinder, roller rocker arms
with maintenance free-hydraulic compensators, variable
intake and exhaust camshaft adjusters
|
| Cooling System |
Water cooled, water pump, cross
flow radiator, thermostatically controlled electric
radiator fan
|
Water cooled, water pump, cross
flow radiator, thermostatically controlled electric
radiator fan
|
Water cooled, water pump, cross
flow radiator, thermostatically controlled electric
radiator fan, ECM controlled engine thermostat
|
| Lubrication |
Rotary gear pump, oil cooler
|
Rotary gear pump, oil cooler
|
Chain-driven rotary-gear pump,
oil coller
|
| Fuel/Air Supply |
Sequential multi-point fuel injection
(Motronic ME7), variable intake manifold geometry
|
Sequential multi-point fuel injection
(Motronic ME7), variable intake manifold geometry
|
Sequential multi-point fuel injection
(Bosch Motronic ME7.1.1)
|
| Emissions |
OBD II, LEV, two 3-way pre catalytic
converters and two main catalysts with four oxygen
sensors (upstream and downstream)
|
OBD II, LEV, two 3-way pre catalytic
converters and two main catalysts with four oxygen
sensors (upstream and downstream)
|
OBD II, LEV, two 3-way closed
coupled catalytic converters with four heated oxygen
sensors (upstream and downstream), secondary air
injection, On-board Re-fueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR)
|
| Electrical
System |
GLX 2.8L
V6
|
GLX 2.8L
V6 4MOTION
|
W8 4.0L
|
| Alternator, Volts/Amps |
14 / 90
|
14 / 90
|
14 / 120
|
| Battery, Volts (Amp Hours) |
12 (82)
|
12 (82)
|
12 (80)
|
| Ignition |
Digital electronic with dual knock
sensors
|
Digital electronic with dual knock
sensors
|
Coil ingnition system with four
knock sensors
|
| Firing Order |
1-4-3-6-2-5
|
1-4-3-6-2-5
|
1-5-2-6-4-8-3-7
|
| Drivetrain |
GLX 2.8L
V6
|
GLX
2.8L V6 4Motion
|
W8 4.0L
|
| Drivetrain |
Front Wheel Drive
|
All
Wheel Drive
|
All Wheel Drive
|
| Transmission Gear Ratios |
Manual
|
Automatic
|
Automatic
|
Automatic
|
| 1st |
3.50 : 1
|
3.66 : 1
|
3.66
: 1
|
3.67 : 1
|
| 2nd |
1.94 : 1
|
1.99 : 1
|
2.00
: 1
|
2.00 : 1
|
| 3rd |
1.30 : 1
|
1.41 : 1
|
1.41
: 1
|
1.41 : 1
|
| 4th |
0.94 : 1
|
1.00 : 1
|
1.00
: 1
|
1.00 : 1
|
| 5th |
0.79: 1
|
0.74 : 1
|
0.74
: 1
|
0.74 : 1
|
| Reverse |
3.44 : 1
|
4.10 : 1
|
4.10
: 1
|
4.10 : 1
|
| Final |
3.70 : 1
|
3.09 : 1
|
3.73
:1
|
3.50 : 1
|
| Capacities |
GLX 2.8L
V6
|
GLX 2.8L
V6 4Motion
|
W8 4.0L
|
| Engine Oil (with filter) |
6.3 qt
|
6.3 qt
|
8.8 qt
|
| Fuel Tank |
16.4 gal
|
16.4 gal
|
21.1 gal
|
| Coolant System |
9.6 qt
|
9.6 qt
|
8.5 qt
|
| Wiper Fluid |
6.7 qt
|
6.7 qt
|
4.2qt
|
| Steering |
GLX 2.8L
V6
|
GLX 2.8L
V6 4Motion
|
W8 4.0L
|
| Type |
Rack and pinion, power assisted
|
Rack and pinion, power assisted
|
Rack and pinion, power assisted
|
| Turns (lock to lock) |
2.80
|
2.80
|
2.80
|
| Turning Circle (curb to curb) |
37.4 ft
|
37.4 ft
|
37.7 ft
|
| Ratio |
14.3 : 1
|
14.3 : 1
|
14.5 : 1
|
| Interior Volumes
- SAE |
2003
Volkswagen Passat
|
| EPA |
Mid-Size
|
| Passenger Volume |
92 ft (cubic)
|
| Trunk Volume |
15 ft (cubic)
|
| Seating Capacity |
5
|
| |
Front
|
Rear
|
| Volume |
50.7 ft (cubic)
|
41.6 ft (cubic)
|
| Head Room |
37.8 in
|
37.9 in
|
| Shoulder Room |
55.8 in
|
54.6 in
|
| Leg Room |
41.5 in
|
35.3 in
|
| Body, Chassis
and Suspension |
2003
Volkswwagen Passat
|
| Type |
Unitized construction, bolt-on
front fenders, fully galvanized
|
| Front Suspension |
Four link suspension, coil springs,
telescopic shock absorbers, stabilizer bar
|
| Rear Suspension |
Fully independent double wishbone
suspension, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers,
stabilizer bar
|
| Service Brake |
Power assisted, dual circuit,
vented 282.5 mm x 25 mm front discs and 245 mm x
10 mm solid rear discs
|
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Bosch 5.3, all four wheels
|
| Parking Brake |
Mechanical, effective on rear
wheels
|
| Wheels |
7 J X 16 alloy wheels
|
| Tires |
P205/55 R 16 H all season tires
|
| Drag Coefficient |
0.27
|
| Exterior Dimensions |
2003
Volkswagen Passat
|
| Wheelbase |
106.4 in
|
| Front Track |
59.6 in
|
| Rear Track |
59.6 in
|
| Length |
185.2 in
|
| Width |
68.7 in
|
| Height |
57.6 in
|
| Ground Clearance |
4.9 in
|
| Weights |
GLX 2.8L
V6
|
GLX 2.8L
V6 4MOTION
|
W8 4.0L
|
| Curb Weight |
| Manual Transmission |
3,336 lb
|
-
|
-
|
| Automatic Transmission |
3,455 lb
|
3,644 lb
|
3,907 lb
|
| Payload |
| Manual Transmission |
1,074 lb
|
-
|
-
|
| Automatic Transmission |
1,065 lb
|
1,074 lb
|
1,109 lb
|
| Fuel Consumption |
GLX 2.8L
V6
|
GLX 2.8L
V6 4Motion
|
W8 4.0L
|
| City mpg* |
| Manual Transmission |
20
|
-
|
-
|
| Automatic Transmission |
20
|
19
|
18
|
| Highway
mpg* |
| Manual Transmission |
28
|
-
|
-
|
| Automatic Transmission |
27
|
26
|
25
|
| Performance 0 - 60 mph |
| Manual Transmission |
7.3
|
-
|
-
|
| Automatic Transmission |
8.2
|
8.5
|
6.5
|
| *EPA fuel mileage estimates.
Your mileage may vary. |
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2003
Volkswagen Passat - Review
