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Volkswagen Passat Variant (B4) 1.9 TDI (110 Hp)
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)
Variant (B4) Overview:
Volkswagen Passat (Variant (B4)). With 235 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~6 l/100km). With a weight of 1385 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.1 s). The top speed reaches 188 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.9 TDI (110 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a strong balance of usable power and torque for daily driving, feeling more capable than its horsepower suggests.
Fuel Economy
Exceptional fuel economy for its era, making it a highly cost-effective option for long distances.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent practicality and cargo space in Variant form
- • Robust and reliable engine options, especially the TDI units
- • Comfortable ride quality, suitable for long journeys
- • Good build quality for its era, often durable
- • Strong value proposition in the used car market
Cons:
- • Interior design is dated by modern standards
- • Some petrol engines can be quite thirsty
- • Lack of modern safety features and no Euro NCAP rating
- • Potential for rust on older, less well-maintained examples
- • Performance on entry-level engines can feel sluggish
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B4: 1995 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | Variant (B4) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 TDI (110 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 110 Hp @ 4150 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 58 Hp/l [10mm less] |
| Torque: | 235 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AFN More details about the engine AFN |
| Engine displacement: | 1896 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 19.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 2 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 188 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.6 kg/Hp, 79.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 169.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1385 |
| Max. weight: | 1850 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 465 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1500 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 465 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 650 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4595 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Width: | 1720 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1445 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2625 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1479 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1422 mm |
| Front overhang: | 915 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1055 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.7 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/50 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring |
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