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Volkswagen Passat 2.5 4Motion

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat 2.5 4Motion
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2791 ccm (170.31 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving10.8 litres/100 km (21.78 miles per gallon)
Seats5
Drive4WD
Transmission6-speed automatic or 5-speed manual
Airbags6. Front airbags. Optional side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2791 ccm (170.31 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power193.00 PS (142 kW or 190 HP)
Max torque280.00 Nm (28.6 kgf-m or 206.5 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression10.7:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 90.3 mm (3.2 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox6-speed automatic or 5-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed232.0 km/h (144.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.0 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCombi
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Cargo space475 litres (125 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4710 mm (185.4 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR31980
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