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Volkswagen Passat B6 3.2 V6 FSI (250 Hp) 4MOTION
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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)
B6 Overview:
Volkswagen Passat (B6). With 330 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1585 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.9 s). The top speed reaches 246 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Passat B6 demonstrated excellent adult occupant protection, achieving a top 5-star rating in Euro NCAP tests, reflecting Volkswagen's commitment to safety in this generation.
3.2 V6 FSI (250 Hp) 4MOTION Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Excellent, smooth V6 power delivery, providing brisk acceleration and effortless cruising, especially with 4MOTION.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption, as expected for a large naturally aspirated V6 with all-wheel drive.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior, suitable for families and long journeys.
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engine options, including economical TDIs and potent TSI/TFSI units.
- • Premium feel and solid build quality, often compared favorably to more expensive executive cars.
- • Available 4MOTION all-wheel drive for enhanced traction and stability.
- • R36 variant offers genuine sports sedan performance.
Cons:
- • Some early engine variants (e.g., 2.0 TDI PDE, early 1.8/2.0 TSI) had known reliability issues like oil consumption or injector problems.
- • FSI petrol engines are less fuel-efficient than later TSI counterparts.
- • Tiptronic automatic transmission is less refined and efficient than the DSG gearbox.
- • Maintenance costs can be higher than some mainstream competitors, especially for complex repairs.
- • Design, while elegant, can be seen as conservative by some.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Variant (B6): March, 2005 - April, 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | B6 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.2 V6 FSI (250 Hp) 4MOTION |
| Start of production: | March, 2006 |
| End of production: | July, 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 250 Hp @ 6250 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 78.9 Hp/l [9mm less] |
| Torque: | 330 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AXZ More details about the engine AXZ |
| Engine displacement: | 3168 |
| 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: | 86 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90.9 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 246 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.3 kg/Hp, 157.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.8 kg/Nm, 208.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1585 |
| Max. weight: | 2270 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 685 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1067 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 541 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 90 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 2200 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 10.8° |
| Length: | 4765 mm [9mm less] |
| Width: | 1820 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1472 mm [45mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2709 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1991 mm |
| Front track: | 1552 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1551 mm |
| Front overhang: | 965 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1091 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 114 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 14.4° |
| Departure angle: | 12.6° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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