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Volkswagen Passat Variant (B2) 2.0 (115 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)
Variant (B2) Overview:
Volkswagen Passat (Variant (B2)). With 164 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 910 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.1 s). The top speed reaches 182 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.
2.0 (115 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A strong and refined engine, providing excellent power delivery and confident overtaking capabilities.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption, typical for a larger petrol engine of the era, balancing power with efficiency.
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- • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles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 (B2): 1982 - 1988).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | Variant (B2) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (115 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1983 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 57.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 164 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | JS, HP More details about the engine JS, HP |
| Engine displacement: | 1994 |
| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 182 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.9 kg/Hp, 126.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 180.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 910 |
| Max. weight: | 1350 |
| Max load: | 440 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1811 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 540 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4545 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1385 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2555 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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