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Volkswagen Passat B6 1.4 TSI (150 Hp) EcoFuel DSG
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)
B6 Overview:
Volkswagen Passat (B6). With 220 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1546 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.8 s). The top speed reaches 210 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.
The Passat B6 demonstrated excellent adult occupant protection, achieving a top 5-star rating in Euro NCAP tests, reflecting Volkswagen's commitment to safety in this generation.
1.4 TSI (150 Hp) EcoFuel DSG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Surprisingly good performance for a 1.4L, with the DSG enhancing responsiveness and acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy, especially when running on CNG, offering lower running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior, suitable for families and long journeys.
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engine options, including economical TDIs and potent TSI/TFSI units.
- • Premium feel and solid build quality, often compared favorably to more expensive executive cars.
- • Available 4MOTION all-wheel drive for enhanced traction and stability.
- • R36 variant offers genuine sports sedan performance.
Cons:
- • Some early engine variants (e.g., 2.0 TDI PDE, early 1.8/2.0 TSI) had known reliability issues like oil consumption or injector problems.
- • FSI petrol engines are less fuel-efficient than later TSI counterparts.
- • Tiptronic automatic transmission is less refined and efficient than the DSG gearbox.
- • Maintenance costs can be higher than some mainstream competitors, especially for complex repairs.
- • Design, while elegant, can be seen as conservative by some.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B6: 2007 - 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | B6 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 TSI (150 Hp) EcoFuel DSG |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 107.9 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 220 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA111 / CDGA More details about the engine EA111 / CDGA |
| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection and Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharging and Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75.6 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol / CNG |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (CNG): | 5.7 kg/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (CNG): | 3.5 kg/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (CNG): | 4.4 kg/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (CNG) (NEDC): | 5.7 kg/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (CNG) (NEDC): | 3.5 kg/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (CNG) (NEDC): | 4.4 kg/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 97 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7 kg/Nm, 142.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1546 |
| Max. weight: | 2140 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 594 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1011 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 485 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 31 l |
| CNG cylinder capacity: | 21 kg |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 90 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1700 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 10.8° |
| Length: | 4765 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1820 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1472 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2709 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1991 mm |
| Front track: | 1552 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1551 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 114 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 14.4° |
| Departure angle: | 12.6° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | DSG |
| 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 | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R 16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5 J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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