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Volkswagen Passat B5.5 2.5 TDI (180 Hp) 4MOTION
Overall Rating
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 370 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1640 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.7 s). The top speed reaches 226 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.
2.5 TDI (180 Hp) 4MOTION Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strong and refined V6 diesel power, offering excellent torque and confident acceleration, especially with the added grip of 4MOTION.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a powerful V6 diesel with AWD, but not as frugal as the 4-cylinder TDIs.
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 (B5.5): 2002 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | B5.5 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 TDI (180 Hp) 4MOTION |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 180 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72.1 Hp/l [21mm more] |
| Torque: | 370 Nm @ 1500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | BDH, BAU More details about the engine BDH, BAU |
| Engine displacement: | 2496 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 10 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 78.3 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 10.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 226 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.1 kg/Hp, 109.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 225.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1640 |
| Max. weight: | 2250 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 610 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 725 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 400 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4703 mm [21mm more] |
| Width: | 1746 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1462 mm [36mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2702 mm [1mm less] |
| Front track: | 1515 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1515 mm |
| 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 | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
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