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Volkswagen Passat
General information | |
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| Model | Volkswagen Passat |
| Year | 1996 |
| Category | Midsize family cars |
| Rating | 57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1272 ccm (77.62 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 5 |
| Drive | Front wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 4-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, transverse |
| Displacement | 1272 ccm (77.62 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 55.80 PS (41 kW or 55 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 92.00 Nm (9.4 kgf-m or 67.9 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 8.2:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 75.1 x 72.0 mm (3.0 x 2.8 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Manual, 4-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| 0-50 miles | 10.5 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0649 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Sedan/saloon |
| Max no. of doors | 3 |
| Passenger space | 4180 litres (1,104 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 10 m (405.5 inches) |
| Front brakes | Disks |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 860 kg (1,896.0 pounds) |
| Overall length | 4300 mm (169.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 1620 mm (63.8 inches) |
| Overall height | 1370 mm (53.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 190 mm (7.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2480 mm (97.6 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 45.0 litres (11.89 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | Germany |
