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Volkswagen Passat 1.8

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat 1.8
Year2002
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.3 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 driving6.2 litres/100 km (37.94 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
Transmission5-speed automatic or 5-speed manual
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power150.00 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque241.01 Nm (24.6 kgf-m or 177.8 ft.lbs) at 1750 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Gearbox5-speed automatic or 5-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1148 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4690 litres (1,239 gallons)
Optional cargo space1470 litres (388 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsABS Antiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1307 kg (2,881.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1810 kg (3,990.4 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4680 mm (184.3 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase2680 mm (105.5 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions149.0 g/km
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