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Volkswagen Passat 2.8 V6 Tiptronic

General information

ModelVolkswagen Passat 2.8 V6 Tiptronic
Year2005
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2771 ccm (169.09 cubic inches)
Fuel mixed driving10.9 litres/100 km (21.68 miles per gallon)
Seats5
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2771 ccm (169.09 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power193.00 PS (142 kW or 190 HP) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Max torque280.00 Nm (28.6 kgf-m or 206.5 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression10.6:1
Bore x stroke82.5 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed238.0 km/h (147.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1248 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space400 litres (106 gallons)
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering.
Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsABS ABS ABS ABS
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1547 kg (3,410.6 pounds)
Overall length4710 mm (185.4 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval15,000 km
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