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Sales of Volkswagen's Passat have traditionally been slow in the United States. The model was introduced to the US in 1989, though previous generation Passats have been sold in the US under the Dasher and Quantum names also. In fact, this newest Passat shares more in spirit with those earlier cars than it does with any other US model sharing the Passat name.

Like the Dasher and the Quantum, the fifth generation Passat shares the corporate B-platform with an Audi, unlike the previous third and fourth generation Passats that were built on a platform that shared parts with the corporate A-platform.

Introduced in the fall of 1997, the Passat has enjoyed record-breaking sales continuously since then. It has redefined the mid-sized sedan segment and established itself as a serious contender. The Passat took top honors in the mid-sized sedan category with Consumer Reports in 1999 and would have in 1998 also except for the fact that the newness of its 1.8T engine did not provide enough data for a reliability rating.

This award, combined with several others, has pushed the Passat and Volkswagen as a brand in front of many of the mainstream US car buyers who never would have considered the car before.

The Passat, both sedan and wagon, are technically advanced mid-sized cars, employing innovative technology that includes the B5 chassisí revolutionary new four-link front suspension system that greatly lessens the effects or torque steer. All engine choices feature five-valve per cylinder engine technology. Driver's can control shifting with either a manual 5-speed transmission or a 5-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission that features gear-select control. An array of passive safety features includes standard front seat-mounted side impact airbags.

The Passat continues to be a sales success in the Volkswagen camp for obvious reasons. If a buyer is driving-oriented, the Passat offers some pleasure amidst a sea of appliance-like vehicles.

Production Years:
1997-Current

Chassis:
B5

Variations:
- Four-Door Sedan
- Four-Door Station Wagon

Manufacturing Point:
Emden, Germany

Engine:

Engine Layout:
Longitudinal (North-South)

Known Engine Compatibility:

2.8-l 30V V6 (Stock)
1.8-l Turbo 20V (Stock)
1.6-l 8V (European Markets)
1.8-l 20V (European Markets)
1.9-l TDI (European Markets)
2.0-l 8V (European Markets)
2.5-l TDI (European Markets)
VR5 (European Markets)
2.7-l 30V Twin-Turbo V6 (Oettinger)
4.2-l 40V V8 (Oettinger)

Engines Equipped:
(North America)

1.8T:
1.8-liter 20-valve turbocharged engine that produces 150hp at 5700 rpm and 155lb.-ft. of torque between 1750 & 4600 rpm using double overhead cams, belt driven, maintenance free hydraulic lifters, Bosch Motronic 5.9 sequential multi-port fuel injection, digital electronic ignition with dual knock sensors, 3.19in. Bore (81.0mm), 3.40in. Stroke (86.4mm), 1781cc displacement, 9.5:1 compression ratio, cast iron cylinder block, aluminum alloy cross-flow cylinder head, forged steel crank shaft w/ 5 main bearings, K03 turbocharger w/ intercooler and OBD II TLEV 3-way catalytic converter with 2 oxygen sensors (upstream and downstream). Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Fuel Required.

V6:
2.8-liter 30-valve V6 engine, 90-degree V, 190hp at 6000rpm, 206 lb.-ft. of torque at 3200rpm using double overhead cams w/ variable intake valve timing, spur belt driven, 5-valves per cylinder, maintenance free hydraulic lifters, Sequential multi-port Bosch Motronic 5.9 fuel injection, variable intake manifold geometry, V6 cool down pump, OBDII, TLEV, two 3-way catalytic converters w/ two individual oxygen sensors (upstream and downstream), 3.25in. Bore (82.5mm), 3.40in. Stroke (86.4mm), 2771cc, 10.6:1Compression ratio, cast iron cylinder block, forged steel crankshaft w/ 4 main bearings, aluminum alloy cross flow cylinder head. Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Fuel Required.

Transmission:

Manual:
5-speed

1.8T Unit:

3.50:1 1st
2.12:1 2nd
1.30:1 3rd
1.03:1 4th
0.84:1 5th
3.44:1 Reverse
3.70:1 Final Drive

V6 Unit: Same as above

Tiptronic:
5-speed automatic w/ Tiptronic shift control (optional)

1.8T Unit:

3.66:1 1st
1.99:1 2nd
1.41:1 3rd
1.00:1 4th
0.74:1 5th
4.10:1 Reverse
3.73:1 Final Drive

V6 Unit: Same as above

Electrical:

Battery:
12-volt, 70 amp hr.

Alternator:
14-volt, 90 amp

Body/Chassis/Suspension:

Type:
Steel, unitized construction w/ bolt-on front fenders

Front Suspension:
Four-link suspension w/ independent struts, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers and stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:
Independent torsion beam axle w/ trailing arms, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers and stabilizer bar

Steering:
Power-assisted rack & pinion steering

Brakes:
Power-assisted dual circuits, vented front discs, solid rear discs, standard Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS, Bosch 5.3)

Wheel Offset:
45mm

Bolt Pattern:
5 X 112mm

Interior Dimensions:

Headroom Front:
Front: 39.7" Rear: 37.8"

Legroom:
Front: 41.5" Rear: 35.3"

Shoulder Room:
Front: 55.8" Rear: 54.6"

Cabin Volume:
95 Cu. Ft.

Trunk Volume:
15 Cu. Ft.

Exterior Dimensions:

Wheelbase:
106.4"

Overall Length:
184.1"

Overall Width:
68.5"

Overall Height:
57.4"

Front Track:
59.0"

Rear Track:
59.1"

Turning Circle:
37.4 ft.

Steering Ratio:
14.3:1

Steering Turns (Lock to Lock):
2.8

Capacities:

Engine Oil (with filter):
4.1 qt 3.9 L

Fuel Tank:
16.4 gal 62.0 L

Coolant System:
7.4 qt 7.0 L

Wiper Fluid:
6.6 qt 6.2 L

Weights:

Sedan GLS 1.8T:
3043 lbs (manual) 3149 lbs (auto)

Wagon GLS 1.8T:
3136 lbs (manual) 3241 lbs (auto)

Sedan GLS 2.8 V6:
3151 lbs (manual) 3263 lbs (auto)

Wagon GLS 2.8 V6:
3244 lbs (manual) 3356 lbs (auto)

Sedan GLX 2.8 V6:
3180 lbs (manual) 3292 lbs (auto)

Wagon GLX 2.8 V6:
3269 lbs (manual) 3603 lbs (auto)

Chassis:

Platform:
B5

Drive Systems Available:

Front-Wheel-Drive
4Motion All-Wheel-Drive (Audi Torsen System)

Platform Sharing Models:

Audi A4
Audi A4 Avant

Model Year Changes
(North America)

1998

Standard Features:
These included roof mounted flexible whip antenna, fully galvanized sheet metal, tinted glass, rectangular eurostyle halogen headlamps with polycarbonate lenses & integrated front foglights, body color rearview mirror housings, body color door handles, body color side moldings, black sideskirt/ rocker panel covers, 6JX15" steel wheels with full wheel covers, P195/65R-15H all-season tires, full size spare wheel/tire with matching wheel design, 2-speed windshield wipers with intermittent wipe feature, CFC-free air conditioning, rear seat heat and A/C ducts, dust pollen filter in ventilation system intake, anti-theft vehicle alarm system (for doors, hood, trunk-lid, radio and starter, with warning LED on driver side door), front and back silicone-dampened passenger assist handles w/ rear coat hooks, center console w/ power fuel filler door release, front and rear retractable dual beverage holders, cruise control, electric rear window defroster, electric side mirror defroster/defogger, headlights-on warning tone, illuminated ignition key, valet key, keyless entry with 4 functions: open doors (all or driver's only), lock doors, open trunk & activate panic alarm horn/lights, interior front center dome light with time delay, integrated front driver and passenger reading lights, rear reading lights, luggage compartment light, illuminated front ashtray, rear ashtray, 2 concealable beverage holders, central power locking system (driver's side then all doors), 3-position trunk lock, driver and front passenger door mounted lock/unlock switches, fully lined luggage compartment with 4 tie-down hooks and easy close-grip handles, remote electric trunk release in glove box, heatable driver and passenger side power mirrors, driver & front passenger illuminated visor mirrors, fully reclining front comfort seats (w/ height and angle adjustable headrests, lumbar support adjustment), ratcheting seat height adjustment for front seats, lockable 60/40 split folding rear seat with outboard headrests, folding rear center armrest, AM/FM stereo cassette stereo sound system w/ control capability for optional CD changer, theft deterrent warning light, CD changer preparation, 4-spoke padded steering wheel w/ adjustable (tilt and telescoping) steering column, free rotating steering column for theft protection, folding center armrest with storage compartment, front door storage pockets with rubber liners and front seatback magazine/storage pockets, glovebox (lockable, illuminated w/ headlights on, adjustable cooling feature with AC on), power windows with one-touch-down and convenience key-operated close and open features, one-touch-up for driver's and front passenger's windows w/ pinch protection, trunk-mounted 12V power jack, rack & pinion power assisted steering

Safety Features for US cars included a bonded windshield, center high-mounted third brake light mounted in rear window, front fenders with sidemarker lights, daytime running lights, child safety locks on rear doors, dual front air bag supplemental restraint system, driver and passenger side air bags (seat back mounted), front and rear outboard 3-point safety belts with height adjustable and emergency tensioning retractors, clutch starter interlock (car will not start if clutch is not depressed)

Optional Equipment:
Factory Installed Tiptronic automatic transmission, leather seating w/ leather wrapped 4-spoke steering wheel, leather shift knob, leather emergency brake handle & leather door panel inserts, power tilt and slide glass sunroof with ratcheting, rotating pre-select dial, sunshade and power lock operated convenience closing feature with pinch protection, Cold Weather Package with heatable front seats, heatable windshield washer nozzles

Dealer Installed 6-Disc CD-Changer, 15" alloy wheels

Instrumentation:
Backlit illumination of controls (blue w/ red indicators), speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, fuel gage, coolant temp. gage, digital clock, warning lights and low washer fluid warning light, multi-function trip computer (Two programs, each featuring trip time, trip length, average trip speed, average trip fuel consumption, outside temperature & engine oil temperature)

Colors:
Standard: Candy White

Clearcoat Metallic: Black Magic, Colorado Red (burgundy), Elegant Green (light green), Royal Green (dark green), Fjord Blue (medium blue), Nebio Blue (light silver blue), Windsor Blue (dark blue), Satin Silver

Interiors: Black Format Velour Cloth, Grey Format Velour Cloth, Beige Format Velour Cloth, Black Leather & Beige Leather

GLS:
The GLS model came with the 1.8T engine and 5-speed manual transmission as standard. Traction control was via an EDL system (selective brake application, engages up to 24mph). Options included the Cold Weather Package Leather seating and Power Sunroof.

GLS Station Wagon:
The GLS station wagon shared the same content levels as the GLS sedan. In addition the station wagon featured a built-in roof-mounted load carrier bars.

GLS V6:
The GLS V6 featured the V6 engine and real wooden interior trim and shift knob. GLS V6 cars equipped with Tiptronic received wooden shifter handles unless equipped with leather at which they had leather shift handles. Traction control is via EDL as in the standard GLS though combined with ASR (reduction of engine power). An ASR disable button is located on the center console.

1999

Changes:
Clear front corner-marker turn signals w/ amber reflector replaced the all amber units. Amber European side markers were also replaced with clear units. The stand alone sunroof option was replaced with a Luxury Package that included the sunroof, retracting rear sunshade and 15" 7-spoke "Adelaide" alloy wheels. A 3-point safety belt and headrest were added for the rear center passenger that necessitated removal of the back seat folding armrest. "ISOFIX" child seat anchorage points were added to the rear seats and in Canada a child seat tether anchorage system (CSTAP) was added to the rear seat. A new seat sew pattern was added. A gray tinted upper windshield stripe was added. The remote release for the fuel filler door and trunk were moved to the driver's door. An optional upgraded stereo was made available. The main key and keyless entry remote were replaced with a single unit including folding "switchblade" key. An auto lock and unlock system was added where the dealer is able to program automatic locking and unlocking. Manual door unlocking now requires 1 pull (previously 2) to the door handle. Discontinued equipment include the 3-position trunk lock, passenger side door handle lock, Additional alloy wheels were added as dealer-installed options including two 16" models.

GLS:
Same

GLS Station Wagon:
Same

GLS V6:
Same

GLX:
The GLX came with power front seats, Tiptronic transmission, 15" 7-spoke "Adelaide" alloy wheels and Climatronic automatic interior temperature control. A leather-wrapped 4-spoke steering wheel was standard as were leather seating, leather shiftknob, emergency brake handle, heated front seats and the rear sunshade.

2000

Changes:
Nebio Blue, Fjord Blue, Royal Green and Elegant Green were discontinued as color options. Indigo Blue (dark cobalt), Blue Anthracite (charcoal gray/blue) and Bright Green (dark green) were added. Child seat tether points are added to the rear seat. A front-wheel-drive V6 station wagon model was added. A five-speed manual transmission is now an option on all models. The Monsoon audio system was made available as an option on all Passats. Additional cupholders were added to the bin in the front armrest. Gray leather was added as an option. A dealer installed option of an in-dash CD player was also added for all Passat models.

GLS:
ASR traction control was added.

GLS Station Wagon:
ASR traction control was added.

GLS V6:
None

GLS V6 Station Wagon:
A GLS V6 station wagon was added as a model with front wheel drive.

GLX:
GLX models received 16" 5-spoke alloy wheels as standard equipment. A Monsoon audio system is standard.

GLX Station Wagon:
A GLX station wagon was added and was fitted with 16" 5-spoke alloy wheels as standard equipment. A Monsoon audio system is standard.

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Production Years:	1997-Current
Chassis:	B5
Variations:	- Four-Door Sedan - Four-Door Station Wagon
Manufacturing Point:	Emden, Germany
Engine:	Engine Layout:	Longitudinal (North-South)
	Known Engine Compatibility:	2.8-l 30V V6 (Stock) 1.8-l Turbo 20V (Stock) 1.6-l 8V (European Markets) 1.8-l 20V (European Markets) 1.9-l TDI (European Markets) 2.0-l 8V (European Markets) 2.5-l TDI (European Markets) VR5 (European Markets) 2.7-l 30V Twin-Turbo V6 (Oettinger) 4.2-l 40V V8 (Oettinger)
Engines Equipped: (North America)	1.8T:	1.8-liter 20-valve turbocharged engine that produces 150hp at 5700 rpm and 155lb.-ft. of torque between 1750 & 4600 rpm using double overhead cams, belt driven, maintenance free hydraulic lifters, Bosch Motronic 5.9 sequential multi-port fuel injection, digital electronic ignition with dual knock sensors, 3.19in. Bore (81.0mm), 3.40in. Stroke (86.4mm), 1781cc displacement, 9.5:1 compression ratio, cast iron cylinder block, aluminum alloy cross-flow cylinder head, forged steel crank shaft w/ 5 main bearings, K03 turbocharger w/ intercooler and OBD II TLEV 3-way catalytic converter with 2 oxygen sensors (upstream and downstream). Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Fuel Required.
	V6:	2.8-liter 30-valve V6 engine, 90-degree V, 190hp at 6000rpm, 206 lb.-ft. of torque at 3200rpm using double overhead cams w/ variable intake valve timing, spur belt driven, 5-valves per cylinder, maintenance free hydraulic lifters, Sequential multi-port Bosch Motronic 5.9 fuel injection, variable intake manifold geometry, V6 cool down pump, OBDII, TLEV, two 3-way catalytic converters w/ two individual oxygen sensors (upstream and downstream), 3.25in. Bore (82.5mm), 3.40in. Stroke (86.4mm), 2771cc, 10.6:1Compression ratio, cast iron cylinder block, forged steel crankshaft w/ 4 main bearings, aluminum alloy cross flow cylinder head. Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Fuel Required.
Transmission:	Manual:	5-speed 1.8T Unit: 3.50:1 1st 2.12:1 2nd 1.30:1 3rd 1.03:1 4th 0.84:1 5th 3.44:1 Reverse 3.70:1 Final Drive V6 Unit: Same as above
	Tiptronic:	5-speed automatic w/ Tiptronic shift control (optional) 1.8T Unit: 3.66:1 1st 1.99:1 2nd 1.41:1 3rd 1.00:1 4th 0.74:1 5th 4.10:1 Reverse 3.73:1 Final Drive V6 Unit: Same as above
Electrical:	Battery:	12-volt, 70 amp hr.
	Alternator:	14-volt, 90 amp
Body/Chassis/Suspension:	Type:	Steel, unitized construction w/ bolt-on front fenders
	Front Suspension:	Four-link suspension w/ independent struts, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
	Rear Suspension:	Independent torsion beam axle w/ trailing arms, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
	Steering:	Power-assisted rack & pinion steering
	Brakes:	Power-assisted dual circuits, vented front discs, solid rear discs, standard Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS, Bosch 5.3)
	Wheel Offset:	45mm
	Bolt Pattern:	5 X 112mm
Interior Dimensions:	Headroom Front:	Front: 39.7"	Rear: 37.8"
	Legroom:	Front: 41.5"	Rear: 35.3"
	Shoulder Room:	Front: 55.8"	Rear: 54.6"
	Cabin Volume:	95 Cu. Ft.
	Trunk Volume:	15 Cu. Ft.
Exterior Dimensions:	Wheelbase:	106.4"
	Overall Length:	184.1"
	Overall Width:	68.5"
	Overall Height:	57.4"
	Front Track:	59.0"
	Rear Track:	59.1"
	Turning Circle:	37.4 ft.
	Steering Ratio:	14.3:1
	Steering Turns (Lock to Lock):	2.8
Capacities:	Engine Oil (with filter):	4.1 qt	3.9 L
	Fuel Tank:	16.4 gal	62.0 L
	Coolant System:	7.4 qt	7.0 L
	Wiper Fluid:	6.6 qt	6.2 L
Weights:	Sedan GLS 1.8T:	3043 lbs (manual)	3149 lbs (auto)
	Wagon GLS 1.8T:	3136 lbs (manual)	3241 lbs (auto)
	Sedan GLS 2.8 V6:	3151 lbs (manual)	3263 lbs (auto)
	Wagon GLS 2.8 V6:	3244 lbs (manual)	3356 lbs (auto)
	Sedan GLX 2.8 V6:	3180 lbs (manual)	3292 lbs (auto)
	Wagon GLX 2.8 V6:	3269 lbs (manual)	3603 lbs (auto)
Chassis:	Platform:	B5
	Drive Systems Available:	Front-Wheel-Drive 4Motion All-Wheel-Drive (Audi Torsen System)
	Platform Sharing Models:	Audi A4 Audi A4 Avant

Model Year Changes (North America)
1998	Standard Features:	These included roof mounted flexible whip antenna, fully galvanized sheet metal, tinted glass, rectangular eurostyle halogen headlamps with polycarbonate lenses & integrated front foglights, body color rearview mirror housings, body color door handles, body color side moldings, black sideskirt/ rocker panel covers, 6JX15" steel wheels with full wheel covers, P195/65R-15H all-season tires, full size spare wheel/tire with matching wheel design, 2-speed windshield wipers with intermittent wipe feature, CFC-free air conditioning, rear seat heat and A/C ducts, dust pollen filter in ventilation system intake, anti-theft vehicle alarm system (for doors, hood, trunk-lid, radio and starter, with warning LED on driver side door), front and back silicone-dampened passenger assist handles w/ rear coat hooks, center console w/ power fuel filler door release, front and rear retractable dual beverage holders, cruise control, electric rear window defroster, electric side mirror defroster/defogger, headlights-on warning tone, illuminated ignition key, valet key, keyless entry with 4 functions: open doors (all or driver's only), lock doors, open trunk & activate panic alarm horn/lights, interior front center dome light with time delay, integrated front driver and passenger reading lights, rear reading lights, luggage compartment light, illuminated front ashtray, rear ashtray, 2 concealable beverage holders, central power locking system (driver's side then all doors), 3-position trunk lock, driver and front passenger door mounted lock/unlock switches, fully lined luggage compartment with 4 tie-down hooks and easy close-grip handles, remote electric trunk release in glove box, heatable driver and passenger side power mirrors, driver & front passenger illuminated visor mirrors, fully reclining front comfort seats (w/ height and angle adjustable headrests, lumbar support adjustment), ratcheting seat height adjustment for front seats, lockable 60/40 split folding rear seat with outboard headrests, folding rear center armrest, AM/FM stereo cassette stereo sound system w/ control capability for optional CD changer, theft deterrent warning light, CD changer preparation, 4-spoke padded steering wheel w/ adjustable (tilt and telescoping) steering column, free rotating steering column for theft protection, folding center armrest with storage compartment, front door storage pockets with rubber liners and front seatback magazine/storage pockets, glovebox (lockable, illuminated w/ headlights on, adjustable cooling feature with AC on), power windows with one-touch-down and convenience key-operated close and open features, one-touch-up for driver's and front passenger's windows w/ pinch protection, trunk-mounted 12V power jack, rack & pinion power assisted steering Safety Features for US cars included a bonded windshield, center high-mounted third brake light mounted in rear window, front fenders with sidemarker lights, daytime running lights, child safety locks on rear doors, dual front air bag supplemental restraint system, driver and passenger side air bags (seat back mounted), front and rear outboard 3-point safety belts with height adjustable and emergency tensioning retractors, clutch starter interlock (car will not start if clutch is not depressed)
	Optional Equipment:	Factory Installed Tiptronic automatic transmission, leather seating w/ leather wrapped 4-spoke steering wheel, leather shift knob, leather emergency brake handle & leather door panel inserts, power tilt and slide glass sunroof with ratcheting, rotating pre-select dial, sunshade and power lock operated convenience closing feature with pinch protection, Cold Weather Package with heatable front seats, heatable windshield washer nozzles Dealer Installed 6-Disc CD-Changer, 15" alloy wheels
	Instrumentation:	Backlit illumination of controls (blue w/ red indicators), speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, fuel gage, coolant temp. gage, digital clock, warning lights and low washer fluid warning light, multi-function trip computer (Two programs, each featuring trip time, trip length, average trip speed, average trip fuel consumption, outside temperature & engine oil temperature)
	Colors:	Standard: Candy White Clearcoat Metallic: Black Magic, Colorado Red (burgundy), Elegant Green (light green), Royal Green (dark green), Fjord Blue (medium blue), Nebio Blue (light silver blue), Windsor Blue (dark blue), Satin Silver Interiors: Black Format Velour Cloth, Grey Format Velour Cloth, Beige Format Velour Cloth, Black Leather & Beige Leather
	GLS:	The GLS model came with the 1.8T engine and 5-speed manual transmission as standard. Traction control was via an EDL system (selective brake application, engages up to 24mph). Options included the Cold Weather Package Leather seating and Power Sunroof.
	GLS Station Wagon:	The GLS station wagon shared the same content levels as the GLS sedan. In addition the station wagon featured a built-in roof-mounted load carrier bars.
	GLS V6:	The GLS V6 featured the V6 engine and real wooden interior trim and shift knob. GLS V6 cars equipped with Tiptronic received wooden shifter handles unless equipped with leather at which they had leather shift handles. Traction control is via EDL as in the standard GLS though combined with ASR (reduction of engine power). An ASR disable button is located on the center console.
1999	Changes:	Clear front corner-marker turn signals w/ amber reflector replaced the all amber units. Amber European side markers were also replaced with clear units. The stand alone sunroof option was replaced with a Luxury Package that included the sunroof, retracting rear sunshade and 15" 7-spoke "Adelaide" alloy wheels. A 3-point safety belt and headrest were added for the rear center passenger that necessitated removal of the back seat folding armrest. "ISOFIX" child seat anchorage points were added to the rear seats and in Canada a child seat tether anchorage system (CSTAP) was added to the rear seat. A new seat sew pattern was added. A gray tinted upper windshield stripe was added. The remote release for the fuel filler door and trunk were moved to the driver's door. An optional upgraded stereo was made available. The main key and keyless entry remote were replaced with a single unit including folding "switchblade" key. An auto lock and unlock system was added where the dealer is able to program automatic locking and unlocking. Manual door unlocking now requires 1 pull (previously 2) to the door handle. Discontinued equipment include the 3-position trunk lock, passenger side door handle lock, Additional alloy wheels were added as dealer-installed options including two 16" models.
	GLS:	Same
	GLS Station Wagon:	Same
	GLS V6:	Same
	GLX:	The GLX came with power front seats, Tiptronic transmission, 15" 7-spoke "Adelaide" alloy wheels and Climatronic automatic interior temperature control. A leather-wrapped 4-spoke steering wheel was standard as were leather seating, leather shiftknob, emergency brake handle, heated front seats and the rear sunshade.
2000	Changes:	Nebio Blue, Fjord Blue, Royal Green and Elegant Green were discontinued as color options. Indigo Blue (dark cobalt), Blue Anthracite (charcoal gray/blue) and Bright Green (dark green) were added. Child seat tether points are added to the rear seat. A front-wheel-drive V6 station wagon model was added. A five-speed manual transmission is now an option on all models. The Monsoon audio system was made available as an option on all Passats. Additional cupholders were added to the bin in the front armrest. Gray leather was added as an option. A dealer installed option of an in-dash CD player was also added for all Passat models.
	GLS:	ASR traction control was added.
	GLS Station Wagon:	ASR traction control was added.
	GLS V6:	None
	GLS V6 Station Wagon:	A GLS V6 station wagon was added as a model with front wheel drive.
	GLX:	GLX models received 16" 5-spoke alloy wheels as standard equipment. A Monsoon audio system is standard.
	GLX Station Wagon:	A GLX station wagon was added and was fitted with 16" 5-spoke alloy wheels as standard equipment. A Monsoon audio system is standard.