Segment: Medium
Production years: 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996
Volkswagen introduced the third Passat generation in 1988 on a new platform and followed a new design concept that affected its successors.
In 1993, the carmaker introduced a heavily facelifted version of its mid-size competitor. Ford put up a big fight with the 1993 Mondeo, and Volkswagen had to upgrade its model. Instead of calling the '93 Passat a facelift, the carmaker said it was the Passat B4. But it was the same platform, with the same greenhouse and roof. It replaced the rest of the body panels, though.
At the front, Volkswagen's designers created a new front fascia with a slatted grille and elongated, horizontal headlights. Unlike the second generation, from the Passat B3/B4, the carmaker offered it only as a three-box sedan or as a station wagon, dropping the hatchback version. Its body-colored bumpers with a black rubber stripe running along the body were a shy step forward over its predecessor.
Inside, the comfortable interior offered a revised interior. The center stack was tilted towards the driver and provided easy-to-access controls and commands. Depending on the trim level and engine version, the Passat featured high-bolstered front seats or plain bucket seats at the front. Volkswagen installed a bench for two in the back, with an option for a center armrest between the occupants. The bench was wide enough for three, but there was no headrest for a middle passenger.
Under the hood, the Passat offered a choice of eight engines, either gasoline or diesel. Volkswagen brought only a few of them on the U.S. market: a turbo-diesel and a 2.8-liter V-6. The former was available exclusively with a five-speed manual, while the latter offered an option for a four-speed automatic.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L 5MT FWD (75 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1781 cm3 |
Power: | 55 KW @ 5000 RPM 75 HP @ 5000 RPM 74 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
Torque: | 103 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM 140 Nm @ 2500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Monopoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 105 mph (169 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 16.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65TR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 56.3 in (1430 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/55.9 in (1,461/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17 cuFT (481 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2594.9 lbs (1177 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3792 lbs (1720 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 195.2 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L 5MT FWD (90 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1781 cm3 |
Power: | 66 KW @ 5500 RPM 90 HP @ 5500 RPM 89 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 107 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM 145 Nm @ 2500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Monopoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 110.6 mph (178 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65TR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 56.3 in (1430 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/55.9 in (1,461/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17 cuFT (481 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2643.3 lbs (1199 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3858.1 lbs (1750 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 188 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 4AT FWD (116 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
Power: | 85 KW @ 5400 RPM 116 HP @ 5400 RPM 114 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
Torque: | 122 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM 166 Nm @ 3200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 119 mph (192 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/60HR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 56.3 in (1430 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/55.9 in (1,461/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17 cuFT (481 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2866 lbs (1300 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4023 lbs (1825 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 20.1 mpg US (11.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 4AT FWD (150 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
Power: | 110 KW @ 6000 RPM 150 HP @ 6000 RPM 148 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 133 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 180 Nm @ 4800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/50VR15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 56.3 in (1430 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/55.9 in (1,461/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17 cuFT (481 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2775.6 lbs (1259 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4100.6 lbs (1860 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 27.7 mpg US (8.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 202.3 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 5MT AWD (116 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
Power: | 85 KW @ 5400 RPM 116 HP @ 5400 RPM 114 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
Torque: | 122 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM 166 Nm @ 3200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 119 mph (192 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/60HR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 56.3 in (1430 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/55.9 in (1,461/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17 cuFT (481 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2866 lbs (1300 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4023 lbs (1825 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 20.1 mpg US (11.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 5MT FWD (116 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
Power: | 85 KW @ 5400 RPM 116 HP @ 5400 RPM 114 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
Torque: | 122 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM 166 Nm @ 3200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 121.2 mph (195 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/60HR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 56.3 in (1430 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/55.9 in (1,461/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17 cuFT (481 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2643.3 lbs (1199 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3902.2 lbs (1770 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 280.9 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 5MT FWD (150 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
Power: | 110 KW @ 6000 RPM 150 HP @ 6000 RPM 148 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 133 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 180 Nm @ 4800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 132.4 mph (213 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/50VR15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 56.3 in (1430 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/55.9 in (1,461/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17 cuFT (481 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2775.6 lbs (1259 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4100.6 lbs (1860 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 27.7 mpg US (8.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 202.3 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.8L VR6 4AT FWD (174 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2792 cm3 |
Power: | 128 KW @ 5800 RPM 174 HP @ 5800 RPM 172 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 173 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM 235 Nm @ 4200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/50ZR15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 56.3 in (1430 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/55.9 in (1,461/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17 cuFT (481 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2921.1 lbs (1325 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4210.8 lbs (1910 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.8L VR6 5MT FWD (174 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2792 cm3 |
Power: | 128 KW @ 5800 RPM 174 HP @ 5800 RPM 172 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 173 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM 235 Nm @ 4200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 139.2 mph (224 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/50ZR15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 56.3 in (1430 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/55.9 in (1,461/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17 cuFT (481 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2921.1 lbs (1325 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4210.8 lbs (1910 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 228.5 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L TD 5MT FWD (75 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
Power: | 55 KW @ 4200 RPM 75 HP @ 4200 RPM 74 BHP @ 4200 RPM |
Torque: | 111 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM 150 Nm @ 2400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 102.5 mph (165 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 18 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65HR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 56.3 in (1430 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/55.9 in (1,461/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17 cuFT (481 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2716.1 lbs (1232 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3946.3 lbs (1790 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 172.3 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L TDI 5MT FWD (110 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
Power: | 81 KW @ 4150 RPM 110 HP @ 4150 RPM 109 BHP @ 4150 RPM |
Torque: | 173 lb-ft @ 1900 RPM 235 Nm @ 1900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 119.9 mph (193 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/50R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 56.3 in (1430 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/55.9 in (1,461/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17 cuFT (481 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2733.7 lbs (1240 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4012.4 lbs (1820 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 135.1 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L TDI 5MT FWD (90 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
Power: | 66 KW @ 4000 RPM 90 HP @ 4000 RPM 89 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 149 lb-ft @ 1900 RPM 202 Nm @ 1900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 110.6 mph (178 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65HR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 56.3 in (1430 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/55.9 in (1,461/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.1 in (2619 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17 cuFT (481 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2747 lbs (1246 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3946.3 lbs (1790 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 140.5 g/km |