Volkswagen Passat Variant (B6) 1.6 FSI (115 Hp) Tiptronic
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 (B6) Overview:
Volkswagen Passat (Variant (B6)). With 155 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1462 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.1 s). The top speed reaches 192 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.
1.6 FSI (115 Hp) Tiptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is sluggish with the Tiptronic gearbox, making it feel underpowered, especially for an estate car.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is compromised by the automatic transmission, making it less efficient than its manual counterpart.
Community Verdict
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2.6 / 5
Based on AI analysis of 10 discussions
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical interior
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • Wide range of efficient engines
- • High-quality cabin materials
- • Excellent safety rating
Cons:
- • Some common electrical issues (e.g., electronic parking brake)
- • DSG gearbox can be costly to maintain on older models
- • Certain TDI engines had DPF issues
- • FSI engines can suffer from carbon buildup
- • Steering can feel a bit numb
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Variant (B5.5): 2003 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Passat |
| Generation: | Variant (B6) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 FSI (115 Hp) Tiptronic |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72 Hp/l [92mm more] |
| Torque: | 155 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | BLF More details about the engine BLF |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 l |
| Coolant: | 5.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 7.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 192 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.7 kg/Hp, 78.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.4 kg/Nm, 106 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1462 |
| Max. weight: | 2070 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 608 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1731 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 603 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 730 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 90 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4774 mm mm [92mm more] |
| Width: | 1820 mm mm [74mm more] |
| Height: | 1517 mm mm [19mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2709 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1991 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 114 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 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 [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 | 205/55 R 16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5 J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |




















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