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Volkswagen Passat GL

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat GL
Year1988
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power91.30 PS (67 kW or 90 HP) at 5250 Rev. per min.
Max torque142.00 Nm (14.5 kgf-m or 104.7 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed177.0 km/h (110.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)13.9 seconds
0-50 miles9.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0808 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3680 litres (972 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1130 kg (2,491.2 pounds)
Overall length4580 mm (180.3 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2630 mm (103.5 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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