The Volkswagen Passat is a spacious station wagon known for its comfortable ride, refined engine, and impressive technology. It offers ample cargo space and a luxurious interior, making it ideal for families or those who value practicality and style.
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Body Type
Station wagon (estate)
Seats
5
Doors
5
Length
4545 mm 178.94 in.
Width
1695 mm 66.73 in.
Height
1385 mm 54.53 in.
Wheelbase
2555 mm 100.59 in.
Front Track
1400 mm 55.12 in.
Rear Track
1408 mm 55.43 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car in question is a Passat that runs on petrol (gasoline). Its urban fuel consumption is 7 l/100 km (33.6 US mpg, 40.35 UK mpg, 14.29 km/l), extra-urban fuel consumption is 5.5 l/100 km (42.77 US mpg, 51.36 UK mpg, 18.18 km/l), and combined fuel consumption is 6.5 l/100 km (36.19 US mpg, 43.46 UK mpg, 15.38 km/l).
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
7 l/100 km 33.6 US mpg 40.35 UK mpg 14.29 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
5.5 l/100 km 42.77 US mpg 51.36 UK mpg 18.18 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
6.5 l/100 km 36.19 US mpg 43.46 UK mpg 15.38 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Passat features a 1.6L inline-4 engine producing 75 hp and 121 Nm of torque. It offers a manual transmission and front-wheel drive. Its fuel efficiency is commendable for its class.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
75 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
47.2 Hp/l
Torque
121 Nm @ 3200 rpm. 89.25 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
DT
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
OHC
Engine Oil Capacity
3 l 3.17 US qt | 2.64 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-40 / VW 500 00 10W-40, 15W-40 / VW 501 01
Coolant
6 l 6.34 US qt | 5.28 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
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent type McPherson
Rear Suspension
Coil spring
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly sedan with disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear. It features a steering rack and pinion for precise handling and rides on 175/70 R13 tires mounted on 13-inch wheels.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
175/70 R13
Wheel Rims Size
13
Weight & Capacity
The Passat has a weight-to-power ratio of 12.3 kg/Hp (81.5 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.6 kg/Nm (131.5 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 920 kg (2028.25 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1400 kg (3086.47 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 480 kg (1058.22 lbs.). The trunk boot space ranges from 540 l (19.07 cu. ft.) to 1811 l (63.95 cu. ft.), and it has a fuel tank capacity of 70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal).
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Weight To Power Ratio
12.3 kg/Hp, 81.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.6 kg/Nm, 131.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
920 kg 2028.25 lbs.
Max Weight
1400 kg 3086.47 lbs.
Max Load
480 kg 1058.22 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
540 l 19.07 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
1811 l 63.95 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Passat Variant (B2)
The fuel efficiency varies depending on the model year and engine size, but generally ranges from 24 mpg city and 33 mpg highway.
Standard features include a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, heated front seats, and a rearview camera.
The Passat offers 30.4 cubic feet of cargo space with the seats up and 63.4 cubic feet with the seats folded down.
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164 km/h (101.9 mph)
No, it's not particularly fast, but it's reliable and comfortable.
This car gets 33.6 miles per gallon in the city.
This car uses petrol (gasoline).
The combined fuel consumption of this car is 6.5 l/100 km (36.19 US mpg, 43.46 UK mpg, 15.38 km/l).
The engine is an inline-4 configuration.
The Passat uses a carburetor for fuel injection.
The Passat has a 5-speed manual transmission.
The car has disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear.
The tires are 175/70 R13.
The car features a steering rack and pinion for precise handling.
The Passat offers a variety of engine options, including a 4-cylinder turbocharged engine and a V6 engine.
Standard features on the Passat include a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera.
The Passat gets an estimated 29 mpg city and 36 mpg highway.
The Passat has a weight-to-power ratio of 12.3 kg/Hp (81.5 Hp/tonne).
The Passat has a maximum load capacity of 480 kg (1058.22 lbs.).
The Passat has a fuel tank capacity of 70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal).
