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Volkswagen Passat 1.5 D

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat 1.5 D
Year1978
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1457 ccm (88.91 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving6.5 litres/100 km (36.19 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1457 ccm (88.91 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power48.70 PS (36 kW or 48 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque83 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.2 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke76.5 x 80.0 mm (3.0 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemProgrammed fuel injection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0532 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (405.5 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight915 kg (2,017.2 pounds)
Overall length4300 mm (169.3 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase2400 mm (94.5 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions138.0 g/km
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