Volkswagen Passat Variant (B3) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) Specs

Volkswagen LogoVolkswagen Passat Variant (B3) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) has been in production since 1991 - 1993. Cars comes in Station wagon (estate) body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 2.8L liters, engines produces a power of 174 Hp. Fuel consumption of Volkswagen Passat Variant (B3) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) is 9.5 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 4595x1720x1485 mm, and the weight is from 1475 kg.

Volkswagen Passat Variant (B3) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) 1991 - 1993
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B3) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) 1991 - 1993
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B3) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) 1991 - 1993
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B3) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) 1991 - 1993


General data

GenerationPassat Variant (B3)
Modification2.8 VR6 (174 Hp)
Start of production1991 year
End of production1993 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeStation wagon (estate)
Seats5
Doors5
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelAAA

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - urban13.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - extra urban7.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - combined9.5 l/100 km

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)8.6 sec
Maximum speed218 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio8.5 kg/Hp, 118 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power174 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power per litre62.3 Hp/l
Torque235 Nm @ 4200 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Transverse
Engine displacement2792 cm3
Number of cylinders6
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder Bore81 mm
Piston Stroke90.3 mm
Compression ratio10
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainOHC
Engine oil capacity6 l
Coolant8.2 l
PowerHydraulic Steering

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of Gears (manual transmission)5
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionSuspension with traction connecting levers
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size205/50 R15
Wheel rims size6J x 15

Dimensions

Length4595 mm
Width1720 mm
Height1485 mm
Wheelbase2625 mm
Front track1485 mm
Rear (Back) track1428 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)10 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1475 kg
Max. weight1940 kg
Max load465 kg
Trunk (boot) space - minimum465 l
Trunk (boot) space - maximum1500 l
Fuel tank capacity70 l