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2002 Volkswagen Passat Wagon

2002 Volkswagen Passat Wagon
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The practical yet sophisticated new 2002 Volkswagen Passat Wagon is indeed an elegant and sensible representation of traditional Volkswagen roots. It highlights a spacious and luxurious cabin, outstanding performance and handling, and much-appreciated convenience features. It may be a wagon, but it remains attractive to behold with its classy lines and beautiful attention to detail.

Available Models
Three exciting and contemporary models are offered for the year 2002 - the Passat GLS 1.8T Wagon, Passat GLS VR6 Wagon, and Passat GLX Wagon. Every vehicle features four doors and a fifth door - a rear liftgate that allows you to access the cargo area quickly and easily.

In addition to the numerous standards and options on these models, a Luxury Package, Leather Package, and Cold Weather Package are also available.

Interior Features
The 2002 Volkswagen Passat Wagon headlines standard fare such as 60/40 split folding rear seat for extra cargo , stainless steel loading edge protection, four tie-down hooks in the trunk, front center armrest with storage compartment, and adjustable lumbar support for both driver's and passenger's seats. Further standards on the list include rearview mirror control pad with joystick control, a premium AM/FM stereo with cassette and CD players with eight speakers, chrome interior detailing, and a power central door locking system with automatic locking feature.

Even more amenities abound with features like CFC-free air conditioning, cruise control power windows, two folding keys, two reading lights, and carpeted floor mats. The Passat GLX model makes key additions such as remote folding keys with programmable seat and mirror settings, electronic climate control, self-dimming rearview mirror, eight-way power driver's and passenger's seats, leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, and elegant and comfortable leather upholstery.

Exterior Features
The Volkswagen Passat Wagons sports all-season tires, halogen projector lens front fog lights integrated into the front bumper, body color body side moldings, black grille with center logo, and body color door handles. The exterior is also marked by body color bumpers with black lower section, roof-mounted flexible black whip antenna, body color mirror housings, and heated dual power outside mirrors for clear visibility in cold weather. The Passat GLX Sedan has an availablepower glass sunroof with tilt and slide feature, tinted glass, and sunshade.

Performance
The VW Passat GLS 1.8T Wagon motors along to the tune of a 1.8-litre, turbo-charged, four-cylinder engine that produces 170 horsepower and 166 lb-ft of torque. The standard transmission on this and all other Passat Wagon models is a five-speed manual, with a five-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic available as an option.

Each of the Passat GLS VR6 Wagon and Passat GLX Wagon are built with an impressive 2.8-litre, six-cylinder engine that cranks out 190 horsepower and 206 lb-ft of torque. For outstanding performance in challenging mud, snow, and other terrain condition, both models feature an available "4Motion" permanent all-wheel drive system that includes torque sensing center differential (available with the automatic transmission models only).

Safety and Security
In the safety department, the VW Passat Wagon features protective padding on the inside of the doors, child safety locks, side curtain air bags, ABS brakes, side impact door beams, child seat tethers and anchors, driver air bag, and passenger air bag. A four-year/50,000 miles 24-hour roadside assistance program is included in the package.

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Fast Stats
Seats
5
MSRP from
$21,750
Engine
1.8L I4
2.8L V6
Horsepower
170 @ 5,900
190 @ 6,000
Transmission
5-speed auto
5-speed manual
MPG: City/Hwy
1.8L 32 / 31
2.8L 20 / 28

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