Volkswagen Passat Passat (B2)
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Volkswagen - Passat (B2)

Details-
BrandVolkswagen
ModelPassat
GenerationPassat (B2)
Modification1.3 (60 Hp)
Start Of Production1980
End Of Production1986

Performance

The Volkswagen Passat is a mid-size car with a 0-100 km/h acceleration of 10.4 seconds and a top speed of 152 km/h (94.45 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh10.4 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph10.4 sec
Max Speed152 km/h 94.45 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Volkswagen Passat is a compact hatchback with a spacious interior, comfortable ride, and impressive fuel efficiency. It features a sleek design, advanced safety features, and a range of engine options.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeHatchback
Seats5
Doors5
Length4435 mm 174.61 in.
Width1685 mm 66.34 in.
Height1385 mm 54.53 in.
Wheelbase2550 mm 100.39 in.
Front Track1400 mm 55.12 in.
Rear Track1408 mm 55.43 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Volkswagen Passat boasts impressive fuel efficiency, with combined consumption figures of 7.7 l/100 km. It offers a comfortable and spacious interior, along with advanced safety features and a refined driving experience.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban8.9 l/100 km 26.43 US mpg 31.74 UK mpg 11.24 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban5.7 l/100 km 41.27 US mpg 49.56 UK mpg 17.54 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined7.7 l/100 km 30.55 US mpg 36.69 UK mpg 12.99 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Passat is a front-wheel drive car powered by a 1.3L inline-4 internal combustion engine, producing 60 Hp and 100 Nm of torque. It has a 4-speed manual transmission and a McPherson front suspension. The engine has a compression ratio of 9.0 and uses a carburettor fuel injection system.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power60 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
Power Per Litre46.3 Hp/l
Torque100 Nm @ 3500 rpm. 73.76 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeEP
Engine Displacement1296 cm3 79.09 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore75 mm 2.95 in.
Piston Stroke73.5 mm 2.89 in.
Compression Ratio9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainOHC
Engine Oil Capacity3 l 3.17 US qt | 2.64 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-40 / VW 500 00 10W-40, 15W-40 / VW 501 01
Coolant6 l 6.34 US qt | 5.28 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear SuspensionCoil spring

Brakes

The 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 rides on 13-inch wheels with 175/70 R13 tires, offering a comfortable ride.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Tires Size175/70 R13
Wheel Rims Size13

Weight & Capacity

The Volkswagen Passat is a mid-size car with a kerb weight of 905 kg and a maximum weight of 1305 kg. It has a minimum trunk boot space of 480 l and a maximum of 1542 l. The fuel tank capacity is 70 l. The car has a weight-to-power ratio of 15.1 kg/Hp and 66.3 Hp/tonne, and a weight-to-torque ratio of 9.1 kg/Nm and 110.5 Nm/tonne.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio15.1 kg/Hp, 66.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio9.1 kg/Nm, 110.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight905 kg 1995.18 lbs.
Max Weight1305 kg 2877.03 lbs.
Max Load400 kg 881.85 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum480 l 16.95 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum1542 l 54.46 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Volkswagen - Passat (B2)

The Volkswagen Passat has a seating capacity of 5 passengers.

The Volkswagen Passat has a length of 174.61 inches or 4435 mm.

The Volkswagen Passat has a wheelbase of 100.39 inches or 2550 mm.

The Volkswagen Passat accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 10.4 seconds.

The top speed of the Volkswagen Passat is 152 km/h (94.45 mph).

The Volkswagen Passat is a mid-size car with a moderate acceleration and top speed, making it suitable for daily driving but not particularly fast.

The combined fuel consumption is 7.7 l/100 km.

The specifications do not include information about the engine type.

The specifications do not include information about the safety features.

The engine displacement of the Passat is 1296 cm3 or 79.09 cu. in.

The Passat has a front-wheel drive drivetrain architecture.

The Passat has a 4-speed manual transmission.

The Passat has disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.

The Passat has a steering rack and pinion type.

The Passat has 175/70 R13 tires.

The fuel efficiency of the Passat varies depending on the engine and transmission options. However, the base model with a 1.8L engine and automatic transmission gets an estimated 23 MPG city and 36 MPG highway.

Yes, the Passat is a great choice for families. It offers a spacious interior, comfortable seating for five passengers, and a range of safety features, including forward collision warning and blind spot monitoring.

The Passat is available in several trim levels, including the S, SE, SEL, and SEL Premium. Each trim level offers a range of standard and optional features, including advanced safety features and premium interior amenities.

The kerb weight of the Volkswagen Passat is 905 kg or 1995.18 lbs.

The maximum weight of the Volkswagen Passat is 1305 kg or 2877.03 lbs.

The fuel tank capacity of the Volkswagen Passat is 70 l or 18.49 US gal / 15.4 UK gal