2003 Volkswagen Passat Wagon reviews
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2003
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2003 Volkswagen Passat Wagon
The 2003 Volkswagen Passat wagon is the big brother of The
Passat sedan, offering the same tested engineering principles,
the same standard features list and the same model lineup
as its smaller sibling. Like the sedan, The Passat wagon
gets a new entry-level GL model for 2003. It joins the
GLS, GLX and top-line W8 models in rounding out an impressive
array of capable wagons designed with families in mind.
The Passat wagon has four doors and seats five. With a total
cargo volume of 79.0 inches, there’s plenty of space
for passengers and goods alike. Families should also
take note of The Passat wagon’s safety features. Regardless
of trim level, all wagons have dual front airbags, front
side airbags, curtain side airbags, antilock 4-wheel
disc brakes, daytime running lights and an emergency
inside trunk release.
Under the Hood
There are three engines that define the 2003 Volkswagen Passat
wagon’s lineup, culminating in the W8 speedster. The
first, on GL and GLS trims, is a 1.8-liter turbocharged
4-cylinder model with 170 horsepower. The second, also
offered with GLS models and GLX models, is a 2.8-liter
V6 engine capable of 190 horsepower. At the top of the
pack stands the W8, which can certainly get out of the
blocks in a hurry. It has an engine composed of two
V4 modules, resulting in a blistering 270 horsepower.
W8s are fitted with an adaptive 5-speed automatic transmission
withTiptronic and automatic shift lock. All other models
have 5-speed manual transmission, though 5-speed automatic
is optional. Volkswagen’s advanced 4Motion all-wheel
drive system is standard on W8s and available on automatic-transmission
GLX models. Other Passat have front drive with standard
traction control for great handling capability.
Standard Features, Options Packages and Style
Rear seat passengers of The Passat wagon are treated to 35.3
inches of legroom, while the front seat lets you stretch
out a bit more with 39.7 inches of legroom. All 2003
Passat wagons are well appointed with standard features,
starting with the new entry-level GL model. Air conditioning,
power steering, cruise control, cloth upholstery, height-adjustable
front bucket seats with lumbar adjustment, heated power
mirrors, power windows and door locks, remote keyless
entry, map lights, a trip computer, an outside-temperature
indicator, an AM/FM/cassette/CD player, a digital clock,
a tachometer and a rear defogger are just some of the
standard features on GL models.GLXs and W8s add leather
upholstery, heated front seats and walnut interior trim.
Of course, there is also an options list that fills out the
selection process. As a family vehicle, the 2003 Passat
wagon pretty much covers it all, from safety to performance,
with style and comfort mixed in as well.
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