The Volkswagen Passat is a mid-size car with a top speed of 172 km/h (106.88 mph) and can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 11.8 seconds.
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Max Speed
172 km/h 106.88 mph
Acceleration 0 60 Mph
11.8 sec
Body & Dimensions
The Volkswagen Passat is a mid-size sedan with a comfortable ride and decent fuel efficiency. It has a spacious interior with 5 seats, and its length, width, and height provide ample room for passengers and cargo. Its wheelbase and track provide stability and handling, while its ground clearance allows for smooth navigation on various terrain.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
2-4
Length
4290 mm 168.9 in.
Width
1615 mm 63.58 in.
Height
1359 mm 53.5 in.
Wheelbase
2469 mm 97.2 in.
Front Track
1341 mm 52.8 in.
Rear Track
1349 mm 53.11 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.3 m 33.79 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
107 mm 4.21 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Volkswagen Passat is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 11.1 l/100 km in urban areas and 7.2 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, making it a decent choice for those who prioritize fuel efficiency.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
11.1 l/100 km 21.19 US mpg 25.45 UK mpg 9.01 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7.2 l/100 km 32.67 US mpg 39.23 UK mpg 13.89 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Passat is a front-wheel drive sedan powered by a 1.6-liter inline-4 engine, producing 85 horsepower and 127 Nm of torque. It features a 4-speed manual transmission and a carburettor fuel injection system. The engine has a displacement of 1588 cm3 and a compression ratio of 8.2. The suspension system consists of a wishbone and transverse stabilizer at the front and a transverse stabilizer and trailing arm at the rear.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
85 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
53.5 Hp/l
Torque
127 Nm @ 3200 rpm. 93.67 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
YP
Engine Displacement
1588 cm3 96.91 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
79.5 mm 3.13 in.
Piston Stroke
80 mm 3.15 in.
Compression Ratio
8.2
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
3 l 3.17 US qt | 2.64 UK qt
Coolant
4 l 4.23 US qt | 3.52 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Suspension
Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm
Brakes
The Volkswagen Passat is a well-equipped car with a reliable braking system, featuring disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The steering system is a rack and pinion type, providing smooth handling. The car comes with 175/70 R13 tires and 5J x 13 wheel rims, ensuring a comfortable ride.
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Front Brakes
Disc, 238.76 mm
Rear Brakes
Drum, 180.34 mm
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
Front wheel tires: 175/70 R13 Rear wheel tires: 175/70 R13
Wheel Rims Size
Front wheel rims: 5J x 13 Rear wheel rims: 5J x 13
Weight & Capacity
The Volkswagen Passat is a mid-size car with a weight-to-power ratio of 10.8 kg/Hp and 92.4 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight. It has a maximum weight of 1420 kg and a maximum load of 500 kg. The trunk boot space is 473-1320 liters, and the fuel tank capacity is 45 liters.
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Weight To Power Ratio
10.8 kg/Hp, 92.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.2 kg/Nm, 138 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
920 kg 2028.25 lbs.
Max Weight
1420 kg 3130.56 lbs.
Max Load
500 kg 1102.31 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
473 l 16.7 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
1320 l 46.62 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 l 11.89 US gal | 9.9 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1200 kg 2645.55 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
450 kg 992.08 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Passat (B1)
The Passat has a seating capacity of 5 people.
The minimum turning radius of the Passat is 10.3 meters or 33.79 feet.
The ground clearance of the Passat is 107 mm or 4.21 inches.
The top speed of the Volkswagen Passat is 172 km/h (106.88 mph).
The Volkswagen Passat can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 11.8 seconds.
The Volkswagen Passat is a decently fast car, but not extremely fast. Its acceleration and top speed are average for a mid-size car.
Petrol (Gasoline)
11.1 l/100 km (21.19 US mpg, 25.45 UK mpg, 9.01 km/l)
7.2 l/100 km (32.67 US mpg, 39.23 UK mpg, 13.89 km/l)
85 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
4-speed manual transmission.
Carburettor.
The Passat has disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.
The Passat has a rack and pinion steering system.
The Passat has 175/70 R13 tires at both the front and rear wheels.
The Passat can typically seat up to five passengers.
The fuel efficiency of the Passat varies by model and year, but it generally gets good gas mileage for its class.
Yes, many Passat models come with advanced safety features such as automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and a rearview camera.
The weight-to-power ratio is 10.8 kg/Hp and 92.4 Hp/tonne.
The maximum weight is 1420 kg, and the maximum load capacity is 500 kg.
