Compare 2016 Volkswagen Passat specifications by trim levels
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Passat is a 5-seat Wagon from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 1999.
With the price tag ranging from $22,440 to $34,270, the Volkswagen Passat faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Acura ILX, BMW 320, BMW 328.
The Volkswagen Passat has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Volkswagen Passat boasts the average fuel economy anywhere of 38 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 72.20mm x 191.90mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2016 Volkswagen Passat
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Fuel Tank: 18.5 gal
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Wheelbase: 110.4 in
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MPG: 25 city/38 hwy
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0-60 mph: 7.7 sec
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Ground clearance: 5.4 in
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Engine: 1.8L I-4
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Towing capacity: 1000 lbs
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Curb: 3263 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 191.9 x 72.2 x 58.5
2016 Volkswagen Passat Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Volkswagen Passat is offered in 5 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Volkswagen Passat safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Volkswagen Passat specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Wagon
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Engine 1.8L I-4 DOHC
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Horsepower 170 hp @ 1931
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Torque 184 lb-ft. @ 1,500
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Charge system intercooled turbo
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Transmission 6-spd auto w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.7 sec
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1/4 mile time 15.9 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 191.9 in
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Width 72.2 in
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Height 58.5 in
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Wheelbase 110.4 in
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Curb Weight 3263 lbs
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GVWR 4519 lbs
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Towing capacity 1000 lbs
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Ground clearance 5.4 in
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Turning radius 18.2 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 15.9 ft
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Cargo capacity 15.9 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 18.5 gal
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City 25 mpg
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Combined 32 mpg
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Highway 38 mpg
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Highway range 703 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 36/36,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
1.8T S 4dr Sedan |
1.8T R-Line 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | |||
| 191.9 in | 191.9 in | 191.9 in | 191.9 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 72.2 in | 72.2 in | 72.2 in | 72.2 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 58.5 in | 58.5 in | 58.5 in | 58.5 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 170 hp | 170 hp | 170 hp | 170 hp |
| Torque | |||
| 184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. | 184 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | |||
| 3263 lbs | 3263 lbs | 3263 lbs | 3263 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 4519 lbs | 4519 lbs | 4519 lbs | 4519 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 110.4 in | 110.4 in | 110.4 in | 110.4 in |
| Turning radius | |||
| 18.2 '' | 18.2 '' | 18.2 '' | 18.2 '' |
| Ground clearance | |||
| 5.4 in | 5.4 in | 5.4 in | 5.4 in |
| Front legroom | |||
| 42.4 in | 42.4 in | 42.4 in | 42.4 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 39.1 in | 39.1 in | 39.1 in | 39.1 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 38 in | 38 in | 38 in | 38 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 38 in | 38 in | 38 in | 38 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 57 in | 57 in | 57 in | 57 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 57 in | 57 in | 57 in | 57 in |
| Payload | |||
| 1,091 lbs. | 1,091 lbs. | 1,091 lbs. | 1,091 lbs. |
1.8T SEL Premium 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length |
| 191.9 in |
| Exterior body width |
| 72.2 in |
| Exterior height |
| 58.5 in |
| Horsepower |
| 170 hp |
| Torque |
| 184 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight |
| 3263 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
| 4519 lbs |
| Wheelbase |
| 110.4 in |
| Turning radius |
| 18.2 '' |
| Ground clearance |
| 5.4 in |
| Front legroom |
| 42.4 in |
| Rear legroom |
| 39.1 in |
| Front headroom |
| 38 in |
| Rear headroom |
| 38 in |
| Front shoulder room |
| 57 in |
| Rear shoulder room |
| 57 in |
| Payload |
| 1,091 lbs. |
Interior Features
1.8T S 4dr Sedan |
1.8T R-Line 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| dual zone Climatronic automatic | dual zone Climatronic automatic | dual zone Climatronic automatic | dual zone Climatronic automatic |
| Clock | |||
| analog | analog | analog | analog |
| Cupholders | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | |||
| urethane | leather | leather | leather |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Overhead console | |||
| mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
| Floor console | |||
| full | full | full | full |
| Floor mats | |||
| rubber front and rear | rubber front and rear | rubber front and rear | rubber front and rear |
| Front windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Rear windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| 1-touch window up | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| 1-touch window down | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation | |||
| analog | analog | analog | analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – | – |
| Rear view mirror | |||
| day-night | day-night | day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
| Remote trunk release | |||
| power | power | power | proximity |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | – |
| Steering wheel material | |||
| urethane | leather | leather | leather |
1.8T SEL Premium 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front |
| dual zone Climatronic automatic |
| Clock |
| analog |
| Cupholders |
| front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim |
| leather |
| 12V DC power outlet |
| 3 |
| Overhead console |
| mini with storage |
| Floor console |
| full |
| Floor mats |
| rubber front and rear |
| Front windows |
| power |
| Rear windows |
| power |
| 1-touch window up |
| driver and passenger |
| 1-touch window down |
| driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation |
| analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror |
| auto-dimming day-night |
| Remote trunk release |
| proximity |
| Seatback storage pockets |
| 2 |
| Steering wheel material |
| leather |
Exterior Features
1.8T S 4dr Sedan |
1.8T R-Line 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna | |||
| window grid | window grid | window grid | window grid |
| Body material | |||
| fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
| Paint | |||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | |||
| black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents |
| Fog/driving lights | |||
| front | front | front | – |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | |||
| trunk | trunk | trunk | trunk |
| Tinted windows | |||
| light | light | light | light |
| Rear window type | |||
| fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | |||
| dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | power remote driver, power remote w/tilt down passenger |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
| Spoiler | |||
| lip | lip | lip | lip |
| Wheels | |||
| 16 silver aluminum | 19 silver aluminum | 17 silver aluminum | 18 silver aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel | |||
| compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
1.8T SEL Premium 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna |
| window grid |
| Body material |
| fully galvanized steel |
| Paint |
| clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim |
| black w/chrome accents |
| Fog/driving lights |
| front |
| Door count |
| 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door |
| trunk |
| Tinted windows |
| light |
| Rear window type |
| fixed |
| Mirrors |
| power remote driver, power remote w/tilt down passenger |
| Sunroof |
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Spoiler |
| lip |
| Wheels |
| 18 silver aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel |
| compact steel |
Seats
1.8T S 4dr Sedan |
1.8T R-Line 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type | |||
| bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 6-way | 6-way | 8-way power | 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 4-way | 4-way | 4-way | 8-way power |
| Lumbar support | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Front armrests | |||
| center | center | center sliding | center sliding |
| Front head restraints | |||
| adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Heated front seats | |||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – |
| Memory | |||
| driver | – | – | – |
| Rear seats | |||
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear armrest | |||
| with pass-thru | – | – | – |
| Rear head restraints | |||
| 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | |||
| cloth | cloth | V-Tex leatherette | leather |
1.8T SEL Premium 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type |
| bucket |
| Standard seating |
| 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls |
| 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls |
| 8-way power |
| Lumbar support |
| driver and passenger |
| Front armrests |
| center sliding |
| Front head restraints |
| adjustable |
| Heated front seats |
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Memory |
| driver |
| Rear seats |
| 60-40 bench |
| Rear armrest |
| with pass-thru |
| Rear head restraints |
| 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim |
| leather |
Entertainment System
1.8T S 4dr Sedan |
1.8T R-Line 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
| Radio | |||
| AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player | |||
| in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
| Speakers | |||
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 9 Fender |
| Amplifier | |||
| 400W | – | – | – |
| Navigation system | |||
| yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | – | – |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
1.8T SEL Premium 4dr Sedan |
| Radio |
| SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player |
| in-dash mounted single |
| Speakers |
| 9 Fender |
| Amplifier |
| 400W |
| Navigation system |
| yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen |
| 1 |
Safety and Security Features
1.8T S 4dr Sedan |
1.8T R-Line 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | |||
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | |||
| curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control | |||
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Headlights | |||
| halogen | halogen | halogen | halogen |
| Exterior light control | |||
| fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Remote keyless entry | |||
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks | |||
| power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
| Ignition disable | |||
| Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |||
| VW Car-Net | VW Car-Net | – | – |
1.8T SEL Premium 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal |
| driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact |
| seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain |
| curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control |
| ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
| front |
| Headlights |
| LED low/high beam |
| Exterior light control |
| fully automatic |
| Door curb lights |
| 4 |
| Remote keyless entry |
| keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks |
| power with 2 stage unlock |
| Ignition disable |
| Immobilizer III |
| Parking assist |
| Park Distance Control w/Park Assist |
| Lane departure warning |
| Lane Assist |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service |
| VW Car-Net |
Mechanical Features
1.8T S 4dr Sedan |
1.8T R-Line 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | |||
| 1.8L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 |
| Brakes | |||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | |||
| front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
| Exhaust | |||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | |||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | |||
| regular | regular | regular | regular |
| Front suspension type | |||
| strut | strut | strut | strut |
| Front shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | |||
| multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
| Rear shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Sequential shift control | |||
| Tiptronic | Tiptronic | – | – |
| Transmission | |||
| 6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd w/OD | 6-spd w/OD |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 3.87 | 3.87 | 3.87 | 3.87 |
| Turbocharger | |||
| intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo |
1.8T SEL Premium 4dr Sedan |
| Engine |
| 1.8L I-4 |
| Brakes |
| 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| 4-wheel |
| Drive type |
| front-wheel |
| Exhaust |
| stainless steel |
| Steering |
| rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning |
| regular |
| Front suspension type |
| strut |
| Front shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Front springs |
| coil |
| Rear suspension type |
| multi-link |
| Rear shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs |
| coil |
| Sequential shift control |
| Tiptronic |
| Transmission |
| 6-spd w/OD |
| Axle ratio |
| 3.87 |
| Turbocharger |
| intercooled turbo |
Other Specs
1.8T S 4dr Sedan |
1.8T R-Line 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SE 4dr Sedan |
1.8T SEL 4dr Sedan |
| Luggage capacity | |||
| 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | |||
| 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | |||
| 1.8 liters | 1.8 liters | 1.8 liters | 1.8 liters |
| Base engine type | |||
| I-4 | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 6,200 | 6,200 | 6,200 | 6,200 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 |
| Fuel tank capacity | |||
| 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| EPA mileage estimates | |||
| 25 City / 38 Hwy | 25 City / 38 Hwy | 25 City / 38 Hwy | 25 City / 38 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | – | – |
| Lighting - dome light | |||
| fade | fade | fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | |||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
| 144/unlimited | 144/unlimited | 144/unlimited | 144/unlimited |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Tires | |||
| P215/60TR16.0 BSW AS | P235/40HR19.0 BSW AS | P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | |||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
| Bodyside moldings | |||
| chrome | – | – | – |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 1,000 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. |
1.8T SEL Premium 4dr Sedan |
| Luggage capacity |
| 15.9 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity |
| 15.9 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size |
| 1.8 liters |
| Base engine type |
| I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm |
| 6,200 |
| Torque rpm |
| 1,500 |
| Fuel tank capacity |
| 18.5 gal. |
| EPA mileage estimates |
| 25 City / 38 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights |
| front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light |
| fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts |
| front |
| Engine - valvetrain |
| DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) |
| 36/36,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) |
| 60/60,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) |
| 144/unlimited |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) |
| 36/36,000 |
| Tires |
| P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front |
| variable intermittent |
| Bodyside moldings |
| chrome |
| Maximum towing capacity |
| 1,000 lbs. |