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Volkswagen Passat B3 1.8 (75 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)
B3 Overview:
Volkswagen Passat (B3). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.2 l/100km). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Volkswagen Passat B3 was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, therefore no official star rating is available. Safety features are basic by modern standards, typical for vehicles of its era.
1.8 (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
An entry-level engine, providing basic power for city driving but lacking vigor for highway speeds.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a petrol engine of its size, making it a cost-effective option.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical interior, especially for families.
- • Wide range of engines, from economical diesels to powerful VR6.
- • Robust build quality and durable mechanicals for its era.
- • Comfortable ride quality, suitable for long journeys.
- • Good value on the used car market.
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards (no Euro NCAP rating).
- • Base engines can feel underpowered, especially the non-turbo diesels.
- • Interior plastics and trim can show age and wear.
- • Higher-performance petrol engines can be thirsty.
- • Potential for rust on older, neglected examples.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B3: 1989 - 1993).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | B3 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 42.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AAM More details about the engine AAM |
| Engine displacement: | 1781 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Single-point injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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