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Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Turbo Tiptronic

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat 1.8 Turbo Tiptronic
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.4 litres/100 km (28.17 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max torque210.00 Nm (21.4 kgf-m or 154.9 ft.lbs) at 1750 Rev. per min.
Compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed221.0 km/h (137.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.2 seconds

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Cargo space475 litres (125 gallons)
Optional cargo space3200 litres (845 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle11 m (440.9 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1374 kg (3,029.2 pounds)
Max weight with load1465 kg (3,229.8 pounds)
Towing weight3500 kg (7,716.2 pounds)
Overall length4220 mm (166.1 inches)
Overall height1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)
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