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Volkswagen Passat B6 1.6 FSI (115 Hp) Tiptronic
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 155 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.5 l/100km). With a weight of 1386 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.7 s). The top speed reaches 195 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.
1.6 FSI (115 Hp) Tiptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Underpowered for the Passat's size, resulting in sluggish acceleration, especially with the Tiptronic gearbox.
Fuel Economy
Poor fuel economy for its modest power output, as FSI technology is less efficient than later TSI engines.
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(Variant (B5.5): 2003 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | B6 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 FSI (115 Hp) Tiptronic |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72 Hp/l [83mm more] |
| Torque: | 155 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | BLF More details about the engine BLF |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 l |
| Coolant: | 5.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 10.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.1 kg/Hp, 83 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.9 kg/Nm, 111.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1386 |
| Max. weight: | 1990 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 604 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1091 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 565 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 740 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 90 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4765 mm mm [83mm more] |
| Width: | 1820 mm mm [74mm more] |
| Height: | 1472 mm mm [26mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2709 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1991 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 114 mm |
| 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 | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Tiptronic |
| 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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