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Volkswagen Passat B2 1.6 (70 Hp)
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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)
B2 Overview:
Volkswagen Passat (B2). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Volkswagen Passat B2 was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, so no official safety rating is available. Safety features were rudimentary by modern standards.
1.6 (70 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Basic performance, best suited for urban environments where high speed isn't a priority.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption for a 1.6L petrol, offering a balance of cost and utility.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and large trunk capacity
- • Generally reliable and durable build quality for its era
- • Wide range of engine options, including economical diesels and powerful petrols
- • Comfortable ride quality, suitable for long journeys
- • Practical and versatile body styles (hatchback, sedan, wagon)
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards
- • Entry-level engines can feel underpowered
- • Some parts may be difficult to source for older models
- • Rust can be an issue on neglected examples
- • Interior plastics and design are very basic compared to modern cars
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B2: 1986 - 1988).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | B2 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (70 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 70 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | PP More details about the engine PP |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1542 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 480 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70. l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4435 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1685 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1385 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2550 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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