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1997 Volkswagen

Passat

Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.9 L, Diesel, Turbo

Volkswagen Passat: best and worst years
1997 Volkswagen Passat

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Overview

Body
Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Manual 5-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
DieselEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
DieselEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
42 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
32 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
36 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,150EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Dimensions & capacity

Pass. Vol
99 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol
14 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36k mi
Maintenance
2 yr / 20k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

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1997 Volkswagen Passat Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.9 L, Diesel, Turbo · Trimslate