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Volkswagen Passat B5.5 1.9 TDI (130 Hp) 4MOTION
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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 310 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.5 l/100km). With a weight of 1695 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.4 s). The top speed reaches 204 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.
1.9 TDI (130 Hp) 4MOTION Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Combines the strong torque of the 130hp TDI with the added traction of 4MOTION, providing confident grip in all conditions, though acceleration is slightly reduced.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for an AWD diesel, but the 4MOTION system increases consumption compared to 2WD versions.
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): | 1.9 TDI (130 Hp) 4MOTION |
| Start of production: | September, 2000 |
| End of production: | December, 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 130 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.6 Hp/l [64mm less] |
| Torque: | 310 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AVF More details about the engine AVF |
| Engine displacement: | 1896 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Pump-nozzle (Unit Injector) |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 19:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | EURO 3 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 204 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13 kg/Hp, 76.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 182.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1695 |
| Max. weight: | 2100 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 405 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 725 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 400 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1700 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 85 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 permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| 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 | 205/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
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