1998 Volkswagen Passat Models & Specs

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GLS TDI
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GLS TDI Features & Specs

Specifications

  • Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
  • Engine: 1.9L SOHC EFI 4 cyl turbo
  • Fuel Type: Diesel Fuel
  • Fuel Capacity: 16.4 gal.
  • Torque: 155 ft. lbs.
  • Horsepower: 90 hp.
  • MPG (City/Hwy): 31/44
  • Transmission: 4 Speed Automatic w/OD,
  • Seating Capacity: 5
  • Cargo Capacity: 15 cu. ft.
  • Curb Weight: 3188 lbs.
  • Tires: P195/65R15
  • Front Head Room: 39.7"
  • Front Leg Room: 41.5"
  • Wheelbase: 106.4"
  • Length: 184.1"
  • Width: 68.5"
  • Height: 57.4"

Interior Features

  • Fully reclining "Format" velour front seats w/driver/passenger height adjustment, adjustable headrests, lumbar adjustment
  • 4-spoke padded tilt steering wheel w/height-adjustable steering column
  • Instrumentation-inc: speedometer, odometer, trip odometer, tachometer, fuel/ temp gauges, low washer fluid warning light temp gauges, low washer fluid warning light, gear indicator
  • Multi-function trip computer-inc: trip time/length/average fuel consumption, outside temp, engine oil temp
  • Center console-inc: front rubber lining, pwr fuel door release button, rear ashtray, 2 front/2 rear concealed beverage holders
  • Folding front center armrest w/storage compartment
  • Front door storage pockets w/rubber liners
  • Front seatback storage pockets
  • Front/rear passenger assist handles w/rear coat hooks
  • Molded door trim w/velour inserts
  • Dual illuminated covered visor vanity mirrors w/covers
  • Front/rear carpeted floor mats
  • Elect remote trunk release in glove box
  • Electro-mechanical central pwr locking system-inc: key-operated window opening/closing, selective unlocking at front doors
  • Pwr windows-inc: one-touch-up/down feature, pinch protection
  • Electric rear window defroster
  • 4-button remote entry-inc: doors, trunk, alarm, panic feature
  • Cruise control
  • Digital clock
  • Trunk mounted 12V pwr outlet
  • Anti-theft vehicle alarm system
  • Premium AM/FM stereo cassette radio w/8-speaker sound system, anti-theft coding, CD changer prep
  • Air conditioning
  • Dust/pollen filters
  • Headlights-on warning tone
  • Rear heating/air cond ducts
  • Illuminated front ashtray
  • Front center dome light w/time delay, dual front integrated reading lights
  • 2 rear reading lights
  • Inner trunk lid handle
  • 4 trunk tie-down hooks

Exterior Features

  • Black 4-bar grille
  • Dual body-color pwr exterior heated mirrors
  • Body-color door handles
  • Color-keyed integrated body-side moldings
  • 2-speed interval windshield wipers w/variable intermittent wipe feature
  • Tinted glass
  • Euro-style halogen headlights w/polycarbonate lenses
  • Integrated front fog lamps
  • Daytime running lights
  • Body-color bumpers w/black lower section
  • Fully galvanized sheet metal

Safety Features

  • Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
  • Driver & front passenger front/seat-mounted side airbag supplemental restraint system
  • Front seat belt emergency tensioning retractors
  • Front color-keyed 3-point height adjustable seatbelts
  • Automatic locking 3-point height adjustable outboard rear seatbelts
  • Automatic rear center lap belt
  • Child safety locks on rear doors
  • Traction control
  • Collapsible steering column
  • Anti-intrusion side door beams
  • Daytime running lights
  • Dual tone horn

Mechanical Features

  • 1.9L SOHC EFI 4 cyl turbo-diesel engine
  • 4-speed electronically controlled adaptive dual mode automatic transmission
  • Front wheel drive
  • Traction control
  • 90 amp alternator
  • Compression ignition
  • Front 4-link suspension w/independent struts
  • Independent torsion beam axle rear suspension
  • Front/rear coil springs/stabilizer bars
  • Front/rear telescopic shock absorbers
  • P195/65HR15 all-season tires
  • Full size spare tire
  • (5) 15" x 6.0" steel wheels w/full wheel covers
  • Pwr-assist rack & pinion steering
  • Pwr-assist 4-wheel disc brakes w/vented front
  • Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

Options & Packages

Additional Options

All weather pkg ($325)

  • Heatable front seats/ windshield washer nozzles
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