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Volkswagen Passat 2006

Volkswagen Passat 2006

FROM
$4,070

The 2006 Volkswagen Passat range of configurations is currently priced from $4,070.

Our most recent review of the 2006 Volkswagen Passat resulted in a score of 7 out of 10 for that particular example.

Carsguide Contributing Journalist Graham Smith had this to say at the time: SMITHY SAYSIt’s a good car that’s under-appreciated. Beware of the DSG niggles and high oil consumption.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Graham Smith liked most about this particular version of the Volkswagen Passat: Smooth lines, sleek shape, Clean and clinical cabin, Decent performance and good economy

The 2006 Volkswagen Passat carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1500 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

The Volkswagen Passat is also known as Volkswagen Dasher, Volkswagen Quantum, Volkswagen Santana, Volkswagen Corsar, Volkswagen Magotan (China), Volkswagen Carat in markets outside Australia.

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6.6L/100km (combined)
Sedan
6 Speed Automatic
Diesel
Overview
Likes
Smooth lines, sleek shape
Clean and clinical cabin
Decent performance and good economy
Dislikes
A little bland at first glance
Oil consumption of VW engines
DSG dual-clutch transmission fitted to diesels and the V6 could be problematic

Volkswagen Passat 2006 FAQs

Volkswagen Passat 2006: Oil pressure dropping after top up?

It’s not related to the oil, the oil you used was correct. It shouldn’t lose oil pressure so quickly, if it does there is something going on within the engine that needs addressing. If the engine is making a bad sound, don’t drive it, and get a mechanic to check it.

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Ask Smithy Xtra VW Passat yellow warning light

It could be the MAF malfunctioning giving a faulty signal to the engine computer. Get it to a VW specialist to have it checked out.

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Volkswagen Passat 2006 Towing Capacity

The 2006 Volkswagen Passat has maximum towing capacity of 1600kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
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