2006 Ford Fusion takes handling attributes from Mazda 6 and Ford Focus which are class leaders when it comes to handling. On the move the car looks big but it handles real well on the curves.
2006 Ford Fusion rack and pinion steering is precise and makes the drive even more comfortable.

The 2006 Passat 3.6L costs $29,950. It is powered by all new V6 producing 280 hp and has a Tiptronic Automatic 6 speed transmission. Later in 2006 4 wheel drive 3.6L Motion Passat will also be available costing $31,900.

Volkswagen Passat 3.6L Standard Features

Volkswagen Base Passat

The base Passat car costs $22,950 and is equipped with an all new 200 hp 2.0 liters V6 four cylinder turbocharged engine. Volkswagen has offered two trims for the base Passat. Value edition of Passat has two choices. The manual 6 speed is of the same price but the automatic 6 speed Tiptronic transmission increases the price of the car making it for $24,025.

Volkswagen Base Passat Standard Features

The Volkswagen Passat’s upholstery for the base model is nice leatherette. The front seats of driver and passenger are both 8 way adjustable and to provide more comfort they have lumbar support and adjustable head restraints. The rear seats are split/folding 60/40 seats that further increases the interior utility. There is only one sun visor.

The Volkswagen’s claim that the car will get to a 135 mph with the all new 6 cylinder 3.6 liter engine was indeed true. The best thing is that the immense power produced is tuned in so nicely with sophisticated suspension and chassis that the car gives incredible stability at such high speeds.

Engines

The new 2006 Passat’s interior is redesigned for the new model year and has a roomier cabin than the previous model.