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Volkswagen Passat Variant (B2) 1.3 (55 Hp)
Overall Rating
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)
Variant (B2) Overview:
Volkswagen Passat (Variant (B2)). With 102 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 920 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 18 s). The top speed reaches 144 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 (55 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A very basic engine, suitable only for light city duties. Highway driving would be a struggle.
Fuel Economy
Likely the most economical petrol option, but performance compromises are significant.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical estate body style
- • Wide range of reliable and economical engine options (especially diesels)
- • Robust and durable build quality for its era
- • Available Syncro all-wheel-drive for enhanced traction
- • Large fuel tank capacity for long range
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Basic interior design and materials by today's standards
- • Some lower-powered engines can feel underpowered
- • Lack of modern amenities and driver assistance systems
- • Rust can be an issue on older, unmaintained examples
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Variant (B1): 1979 - 1980).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | Variant (B2) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (55 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1980 |
| End of production: | 1983 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 55 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 43.2 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 102 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | FY More details about the engine FY |
| Engine displacement: | 1272 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
| Coolant: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Compression ratio: | 8.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 18 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 18 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 144 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.7 kg/Hp, 59.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9 kg/Nm, 110.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 17.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 920 |
| Max. weight: | 1400 |
| Max load: | 480 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1811 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 540 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4545 mm mm |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm |
| Height: | 1385 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2555 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1400 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1408 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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