What is the most powerful VW Passat?

The tech-laden Passat GTE plug-in hybrid is the most advanced Passat ever sold. It mates a 1.4 TSI turbo petrol engine with a powerful electric motor and high-capacity plug-in batteries, for a system total power of 215bhp and system torque of 400Nm. This is good for 0-62mph in 7.6 seconds and a top speed of 140mph.

What is the fastest Passat model?

Joining the Golf R32 and only the second model in the Volkswagen line-up to carry the ‘R’ badge the new car will be not only the fastest Passat but also the fastest estate car Volkswagen has ever produced. The basis for the R36 is a new 3.6-litre FSI V6 engine developing 300 PS.

Is the TDI engine good?

Volkswagen 1.9L ALH TDI Diesel These engines were only used in cars, with 1.9 litres litres of displacement over 4 cylinders; direct injected and turbocharged. These engines not only became known for their outstanding reliability, but also for the amazing fuel economy that they could achieve.

Is the Jetta or Passat faster?

The VW Jetta offers more fuel efficiency and an enthusiast-favorite six-speed manual transmission, but the VW Passat is more powerful. The VW Jetta is more agile, but the VW Passat is more spacious.

What kind of car is a VW Passat?

The Volkswagen Passat ( listen (help·info)) is a large family car manufactured and marketed by Volkswagen since 1973, and now in its eighth generation. It has been marketed variously as the Dasher, Santana, Quantum, Magotan, Corsar and Carat. The successive generations of the Passat carry the Volkswagen internal…

When did the VW Passat TDI TDI come out in the US?

The B4 TDI wagon saw less than 1,000 sales in the US during its 1996 to 1997 lifespan. An all-new Passat, based on the Volkswagen Group B5 platform, was launched in February 1997 in Continental Europe and the United Kingdom, and 1998 in North America.

When did the VW Passat type 35i come out?

B3 and B4 (Typ 35i; 1988-1996) The third generation Passat was introduced in March 1988 in Europe, 1990 in North America, and 1995 in South America. The lack of a grille made the car’s front end styling reminiscent of older, rear-engined Volkswagens, such as the 411, and also doubled as a modern styling trend.

What is the fuel consumption of a Volkswagen Passat TDI?

The Volkswagen Passat won the 2012 Motor Trend Car of the Year, and in 2013, Passat TDI set a new Guinness World Record for fuel economy under the non-hybrid car category. It achieved a fuel consumption of 3.02 L/100 km (78 mpg ‑US).