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Volkswagen Passat North America, A33 1.8 TSI (170 Hp) Tiptronic
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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)
North America, A33 Overview:
Volkswagen Passat (North America, A33). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1480 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 TSI (170 Hp) Tiptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily driving and highway cruising, with good low-end torque from the turbocharger. Not overtly sporty, but competent and responsive for most scenarios.
Fuel Economy
Provides decent fuel economy for a mid-size sedan, especially on the highway, making it a cost-effective choice for regular use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious rear legroom and trunk capacity
- • Comfortable and composed ride quality
- • Strong engine options, especially the V6
- • Competitive pricing for its segment
- • User-friendly infotainment system
Cons:
- • Interior materials not as premium as European Passat
- • Handling is more comfort-oriented than sporty
- • V6 engine has high fuel consumption
- • Some reports of minor electrical or DSG issues (V6 only)
- • Styling can be considered conservative
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Variant (B8): 2014 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | North America, A33 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 TSI (170 Hp) Tiptronic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 170 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 94.5 Hp/l [108mm more] |
| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 1500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA888 / CPKA, CPRA More details about the engine EA888 / CPKA, CPRA |
| Engine displacement: | 1798 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 10 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84.1 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.7 kg/Hp, 114.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 168.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1480 |
| Max. weight: | 2050 |
| Max load: | 570 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 450 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4875 mm [108mm more] |
| Width: | 1834 mm [2mm more] |
| Height: | 1487 mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2803 mm [12mm more] |
| Front track: | 1577 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1550 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 138 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.7 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 | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Tiptronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 312x25 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 272x10 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/60 R16; 215/55 R17; 235/45 R18; 235/40 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7J x 17; 8J x 18; 8J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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