1996 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT GLX — window sticker

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1996 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT GLX
Wagon · 4-door · Gasoline
VIN WVWFE83A9TE045833
FINAL ASSEMBLY POINT: EMDEN, GERMANY

Powertrain & mechanical

  • Engine6-cyl, 2.8 L
  • Horsepower172 hp
  • GVWRClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Standard safety equipment

  • Front airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Body & dimensions

  • Body styleWagon
  • Doors4
  • Engine builderVolkswagen

Safety recalls (1)

  • Electrical system:ignition:switch

Check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

EPA Fuel Economy and Environment
18combined
MPG
16 city
23 highway
Annual fuel cost
$3,450
You spend $6,250 more in fuel over 5 years vs the average new vehicle
CO2 493 g/mi

matched to EPA record: Passat — Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 2.8 L, Front-Wheel Drive. Cost assumes 15,000 mi/yr at current EPA fuel prices (regular $4.15/gal). Actual results will vary. Source: fueleconomy.gov

Different powertrain? Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.8 L · Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 2.8 L · Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.8 L ·

GOVERNMENT 5-STAR SAFETY RATINGS
  • Overall vehicle scoreNot Rated
  • Frontal crash — driver★★★★☆
  • Frontal crash — passenger★★★★☆
  • Side crashNot Rated
  • RolloverNot Rated
Star ratings range from 1 to 5 stars (★★★★★) with 5 being the highest. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nhtsa.gov
Vehicle data: NHTSA vPIC · EPA fueleconomy.gov · NHTSA safety ratings & recalls · Jul 14, 2026 · vincheck.me

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