Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Medium
Production years: 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
The second generation of the Passat made its appearance in 1981, and it was available in three body-shapes: sedan, hatchback, and station wagon.
While the first generation was a shy temptation to open the doors for a new era, the second generation of the Passat established the vehicle's place on the market dominated by French and Italian carmakers.
Its angular lines, the big rectangular headlights, and the plastic bumper were a fresh look on the market. The sloped back made the car both practical and fuel-efficient due to its better aerodynamic than the regular three-box sedans or the station-wagons. Its overall look was sporty, the way the four-doors coupe were seen two decades later.
Inside, the Passat was roomy, with ample legroom and headroom for up to five passengers. The folding rear bench seatback allowed the trunk to be extended from 388 liters (13.7 cu-ft) to 1500 liters (53 cu-ft). Volkswagen installed two large dials for the speedometer and tachometer in the angular instrument cluster, and two smaller gauges for the fuel level and coolant temperature. There was an area with ten lights for turn-signals, hazard, oil-pressure, parking brakes, and a few other important warning lights in the middle.
The Passat hatchback was offered with a wide choice of engines, both diesel, and gasoline. Its long-range autonomy, of over 1000 km (623 miles), made it one of the most cost-effective cars on the market. Its reliability and low running costs increased over the years.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3L 4MT FWD (60 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1297 cm3 |
Power: | 44 KW @ 5600 RPM 60 HP @ 5600 RPM 59 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 74 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM 100 Nm @ 3500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 94.4 mph (152 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 16.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 165SR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174 in (4420 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 55.5/55.9 in (1,410/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.7 cuFT (388 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2127.5 lbs (965 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3130.5 lbs (1420 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 166 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 4MT FWD (72 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1595 cm3 |
Power: | 53 KW @ 5200 RPM 72 HP @ 5200 RPM 71 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 89 lb-ft @ 2700 RPM 120 Nm @ 2700 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 100.7 mph (162 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 165SR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174 in (4420 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 55.5/55.9 in (1,410/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.7 cuFT (388 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2187 lbs (992 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3218.8 lbs (1460 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 200 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 4MT FWD (75 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1595 cm3 |
Power: | 55 KW @ 5000 RPM 75 HP @ 5000 RPM 74 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
Torque: | 92 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM 125 Nm @ 2500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 101.9 mph (164 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 165SR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174 in (4420 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 55.5/55.9 in (1,410/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.7 cuFT (388 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2167.1 lbs (983 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3218.8 lbs (1460 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 28.3 mpg US (8.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 197 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L 5MT FWD (90 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1781 cm3 |
Power: | 66 KW @ 5200 RPM 90 HP @ 5200 RPM 89 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 107 lb-ft @ 3300 RPM 145 Nm @ 3300 RPM |
Fuel System: | Carburetor |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 107.5 mph (173 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.5 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: | 185/70SR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174 in (4420 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 55.5/55.9 in (1,410/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.7 cuFT (388 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2159 lbs (979 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3219 lbs (1460 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 176 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: | 101 lb-ft @ 3250 RPM 137 Nm @ 3250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Monopoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 107.5 mph (173 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: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/70SR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174 in (4420 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 55.5/55.9 in (1,410/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.7 cuFT (388 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2154 lbs (977 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3219 lbs (1460 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 27.7 mpg US (8.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 202 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 5MT FWD (116 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 1994 cm3 |
Power: | 85 KW @ 5400 RPM 116 HP @ 5400 RPM 114 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
Torque: | 122 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM 165 Nm @ 3200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Monopoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 116.8 mph (188 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.5 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: | 185/70SR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174 in (4420 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 55.5/55.9 in (1,410/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.7 cuFT (388 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2376.6 lbs (1078 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3483.3 lbs (1580 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 190 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L 5MT FWD (116 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2226 cm3 |
Power: | 85 KW @ 5500 RPM 116 HP @ 5500 RPM 114 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 122 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM 165 Nm @ 2500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 118.8 mph (191 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.6 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: | 195/60HR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174 in (4420 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 55.5/55.9 in (1,410/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.7 cuFT (388 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2374.4 lbs (1077 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3483.3 lbs (1580 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 22.8 mpg US (10.3 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L 5MT FWD (136 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2226 cm3 |
Power: | 100 KW @ 5700 RPM 136 HP @ 5700 RPM 134 BHP @ 5700 RPM |
Torque: | 136 lb-ft @ 3550 RPM 184 Nm @ 3550 RPM |
Fuel System: | Monopoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 122.4 mph (197 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.5 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: | 195/60HR14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174 in (4420 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 55.5/55.9 in (1,410/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.7 cuFT (388 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2416.3 lbs (1096 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3483.3 lbs (1580 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 214 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L D 4MT FWD (60 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1588 cm3 |
Power: | 40 KW @ 4800 RPM 54 HP @ 4800 RPM 54 BHP @ 4800 RPM |
Torque: | 74 lb-ft @ 2300 RPM 100 Nm @ 2300 RPM |
Fuel System: | Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 88.9 mph (143 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 20.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 165SR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174 in (4420 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 55.5/55.9 in (1,410/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.7 cuFT (388 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2182.6 lbs (990 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3307 lbs (1500 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 167 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L TD 5MT FWD (69 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1588 cm3 |
Power: | 51 KW @ 4500 RPM 69 HP @ 4500 RPM 68 BHP @ 4500 RPM |
Torque: | 98 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM 133 Nm @ 2500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 97.6 mph (157 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15.6 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: | 165SR13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 174 in (4420 mm) |
Width: | 67.3 in (1709 mm) |
Height: | 54.3 in (1379 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 55.5/55.9 in (1,410/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.7 cuFT (388 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2273 lbs (1031 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3395.1 lbs (1540 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 153 g/km |