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Volkswagen Passat North America, A33 3.6 V6 FSI (280 Hp) DSG
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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)
North America, A33 Overview:
Volkswagen Passat (North America, A33). With 350 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1620 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.6 V6 FSI (280 Hp) DSG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers robust acceleration and refined power, transforming the Passat into a capable highway cruiser with ample passing power and a satisfying exhaust note.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a powerful V6, fuel economy is significantly lower than the four-cylinder options, making it less ideal for budget-conscious drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious rear legroom and trunk capacity
- • Comfortable and composed ride quality
- • Strong engine options, especially the V6
- • Competitive pricing for its segment
- • User-friendly infotainment system
Cons:
- • Interior materials not as premium as European Passat
- • Handling is more comfort-oriented than sporty
- • V6 engine has high fuel consumption
- • Some reports of minor electrical or DSG issues (V6 only)
- • Styling can be considered conservative
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(North America, A32: 2014 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | North America, A33 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.6 V6 FSI (280 Hp) DSG |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 280 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 77.8 Hp/l [7mm more] |
| Torque: | 350 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA390 / CDVB More details about the engine EA390 / CDVB |
| Engine displacement: | 3597 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | VR-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 96.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.8 kg/Hp, 172.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.6 kg/Nm, 216 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1620 |
| Max. weight: | 2110 |
| Max load: | 490 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 450 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4875 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Width: | 1834 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Height: | 1487 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2803 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1577 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1550 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 138 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.7 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 | DSG |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 312x25 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 272x10 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/45 R18; 235/40 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 18; 8J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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