Volkswagen Passat Passat (B7)

Volkswagen - Passat (B7)

Details-
BrandVolkswagen
ModelPassat
GenerationPassat (B7)
Modification2.0 TDI BMT (177 Hp) DSG
Start Of Production2012
End Of Production2014

Performance

None

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh8.4 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph8.4 sec
Max Speed223 km/h 138.57 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Volkswagen Passat is a mid-size sedan with a comfortable ride and decent fuel efficiency. It has a spacious interior with plenty of legroom and cargo space. The exterior design is sleek and modern, with a bold front grille and LED headlights.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4769 mm 187.76 in.
Width1820 mm 71.65 in.
Width Including Mirrors2062 mm 81.18 in.
Height1470 mm 57.87 in.
Wheelbase2712 mm 106.77 in.
Front Track1552 mm 61.1 in.
Rear Track1551 mm 61.06 in.
Min Turning Circle11.4 m 37.4 ft.
Approach Angle13.5°
Departure Angle11.9°
Ramp Over Angle9.5°
Ride Height Ground Clearance135 mm 5.31 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Volkswagen Passat is a diesel-powered car with a fuel-efficient engine, offering an urban economy of 37.94 US mpg and an extra-urban economy of 51.13 US mpg. It has a combined economy of 45.23 US mpg and emits 136 g/km of CO2, meeting the Euro 5 emission standard.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel Consumption Urban Economy Nedc6.2 l/100 km 37.94 US mpg 45.56 UK mpg 16.13 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban Economy Nedc4.6 l/100 km 51.13 US mpg 61.41 UK mpg 21.74 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc5.2 l/100 km 45.23 US mpg 54.32 UK mpg 19.23 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc136 g/km
Fuel TypeDiesel
Emission StandardEuro 5

Engine & Transmission

The car in question is a Passat with a 177 Hp, 1.968 liter, 4-cylinder, inline, turbocharged diesel engine with common rail fuel injection and a DOHC valvetrain. It has a 6-gear automatic DSG transmission and a front-wheel drive. The front and rear suspensions are coil spring, wishbone and independent multi-link respectively. The car also has a start-stop system and a particulate filter.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power177 Hp @ 4200 rpm.
Power Per Litre89.9 Hp/l
Torque380 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm. 280.27 lb.-ft. @ 1750-2500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model CodeCFGC
Engine Displacement1968 cm3 120.09 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore81 mm 3.19 in.
Piston Stroke95.5 mm 3.76 in.
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDiesel Commonrail
Engine AspirationTurbocharger, Intercooler
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity4.3 l 4.54 US qt | 3.78 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-30, 0W-30 / VW 507 00
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox6 gears, automatic transmission DSG
Front SuspensionCoil spring, Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer
Engine SystemsStart & Stop System Particulate filter

Brakes

The car in question is a Passat with ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear. The steering system is a rack and pinion type with electric power steering. The tire size is 215/55 R16 and the wheel rims are 7J x 16. The car also comes with an anti-lock braking system (ABS) for added safety.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires Size215/55 R16
Wheel Rims Size7J x 16

Weight & Capacity

The Volkswagen Passat is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio, making it suitable for daily driving. It has a spacious trunk and a decent fuel tank capacity. The car also has a good towing capacity, making it suitable for those who need to tow trailers or caravans.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio8.4 kg/Hp, 119.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio3.9 kg/Nm, 256.1 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1484 kg 3271.66 lbs.
Max Weight2120 kg 4673.8 lbs.
Max Load636 kg 1402.14 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum565 l 19.95 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Max Roof Load100 kg 220.46 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 8 Percent2000 kg 4409.25 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent1800 kg 3968.32 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes750 kg 1653.47 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download90 kg 198.42 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Volkswagen - Passat (B7)

The length of the Volkswagen Passat is 4769 mm or 187.76 in.

The Volkswagen Passat has 5 seats.

The minimum turning radius of the Volkswagen Passat is 11.4 m or 37.4 ft.

8.4 seconds

223 km/h (138.57 mph)

It's not the fastest, but it's still a decent performer.

Diesel

45.23 US mpg

Euro 5

The power output of this car is 177 Hp.

This car has a 6-gear automatic DSG transmission.

This car uses diesel.

The car has ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear.

The car has a rack and pinion steering system with electric power steering.

The tire size is 215/55 R16 and the wheel rim size is 7J x 16.

The fuel economy of the Passat varies by trim level, but it ranges from 23-32 mpg in the city and 34-42 mpg on the highway.

Yes, the Passat is available as a hybrid model, which offers improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.

The Passat offers a range of safety features, including forward collision warning, blind spot monitoring, and lane departure warning.

2000 kg (4409.25 lbs) with 8% inclination, and 1800 kg (3968.32 lbs) with 12% inclination.

70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal)

565 l (19.95 cu. ft)