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Volkswagen Sharan 2.8

General information

ModelVolkswagen Sharan 2.8
Year2008
CategoryVans/minivans
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2791 ccm (170.31 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving11.2 litres/100 km (21.00 miles per gallon)
Seats7
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2791 ccm (170.31 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max torque265.00 Nm (27.0 kgf-m or 195.5 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Compression10.7:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 90.3 mm (3.2 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed217.0 km/h (134.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.9 seconds

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Cargo space256 litres (68 gallons)
Optional cargo space2610 litres (690 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering Power assisted steering
Turn circle12 m (484.3 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1752 kg (3,862.5 pounds)
Max weight with load2650 kg (5,842.2 pounds)
Towing weight3500 kg (7,716.2 pounds)
Overall length4640 mm (182.7 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Wheelbase2850 mm (112.2 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions161.0 g/km
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