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Volkswagen Passat B5.5 1.6 (102 Hp)
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Volkswagen Passat:
The Volkswagen Passat is a nameplate of large family cars manufactured and marketed by the German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen since 1973 and also marketed variously as the Dasher, Santana, Quantum, Magotan, Corsar and Carat — in saloon, estate, and hatchback body styles.
A "four-door coupé" variant of the Passat with a lower roof was released in the North American market in 2008 as the Passat CC, which was then renamed to Volkswagen CC. The CC was succeeded by the Arteon in 2017....(Read more on Wikipedia)
B5.5 Overview:
Volkswagen Passat (B5.5). With 148 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1277 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.7 s). The top speed reaches 192 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 (102 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The entry-level engine, offering very basic performance suitable only for light city duties, feeling underpowered on highways.
Fuel Economy
Modest fuel economy for its power, but the engine often needs to be worked hard, which can negate some of its efficiency.
Community Verdict
This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.
2.5 / 5
Based on AI analysis of 17 discussions
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of engines including economical TDIs and powerful W8
- • Comfortable ride quality and spacious interior
- • High-quality interior materials for its class
- • Available 4MOTION all-wheel drive for enhanced traction
- • Strong safety features for its era
Cons:
- • Some engines (e.g., 2.5 TDI V6, W8) can have high maintenance costs
- • Automatic transmissions can be less engaging and less efficient
- • Older models may suffer from electrical gremlins
- • Fuel economy can be poor on larger petrol engines
- • Styling might be considered understated by some
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Variant (B8): October, 2018 - June, 2019).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | B5.5 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (102 Hp) |
| Start of production: | September, 2000 |
| End of production: | December, 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 102 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 63.9 Hp/l [64mm less] |
| Torque: | 148 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | ALZ More details about the engine ALZ |
| Engine displacement: | 1595 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 192 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.5 kg/Hp, 79.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.6 kg/Nm, 115.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1277 |
| Max. weight: | 1890 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 613 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 800 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 475 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 650 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4703 mm mm [64mm less] |
| Width: | 1746 mm mm [86mm less] |
| Height: | 1462 mm mm [54mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2703 mm mm [83mm less] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 195/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm, Torsion |
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