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Volkswagen Passat 3.2 V6 Sportline DSG

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat 3.2 V6 Sportline DSG
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating63.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3189 ccm (194.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving9.9 litres/100 km (23.76 miles per gallon)
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3189 ccm (194.59 cubic inches)
Max torque320.00 Nm (32.6 kgf-m or 236.0 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke96.0 x 84.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.9 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space565 litres (149 gallons)
Optional cargo space565 litres (149 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionIndependent
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1660 kg (3,659.7 pounds)
Max weight with load2270 kg (5,004.5 pounds)
Towing weight2200 kg (4,850.2 pounds)
Overall length4770 mm (187.8 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Wheelbase2720 mm (107.1 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions173.0 g/km
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