Volkswagen Passat B2 1.8 (112 Hp)

Overall Rating

7.7 / 10

Safety N/A / 5

Not Rated

Engine 3.8 / 5

Value 4.0 / 5

Performance 3.5 / 5

Comfort 3.8 / 5

People\'s Opinion N/A / 5

Not Rated

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.

Safety Rating

Not rated

Euro NCAP Year N/A

Adult Occupant N/A

Stars N/A

Expert Note:
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.

1.8 (112 Hp) Verdict:

Performance Verdict

A strong performer for its era, offering spirited driving dynamics suitable for mixed use.

Fuel Economy

Moderate fuel consumption, typical for a 1.8L petrol engine of the early 80s.

Best Use Case: Mixed / Highway

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• Outdated safety features by modern standards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(Variant (B2): 1982 - 1988).

General:
Brand:	Volkswagen
Model:	Passat
Generation:	B2
Modification (Engine):	1.8 (112 Hp)
Start of production:	1983
End of production:	1984
Powertrain Architecture:	Internal Combustion engine
Body type:	Hatchback
Seats:	5
Doors:	5

Engine:
Power:	112 Hp Same horsepower
Engine Model/Code:	DZ More details about the engine DZ
Engine aspiration:	Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:	3 l
Coolant:	4 l