2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6: 0-60 Time, Quarter Mile, & Specs
0-60 mph
6.2
1/4 mile
14.6
Engine
6 Cyl 3.6 Liter
Drive Type
Front-wheel drive
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Body Style
Sedan
Horsepower
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm
Torque
265 lb-ft @ 2,750 rpm
MSRP
$29,950
2006 Percentile *
89%
Fast
All Time Percentile
79%
Above Average
* You can read about how percentiles are calculated here.
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