1993-1997 Passat OverviewVolkswagen Passat Overview (1993 - 1997)
B4
Tech Specs Summary
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- 99 - 139 mph
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- 8.7 - 18.3 seconds
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- 74 - 181 hp
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- 21.6 - 46.1 mpg
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- 2,668 - 3,505 lbs
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- 17.5 - 29 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 16.4 - 53 ft3 (Wagon)
This generation of the Volkswagen Passat (B4) was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen between 1993 - 1997. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a sedan or wagon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 74 hp 1.9 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 181 hp 2.8 L V6 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension. However, some models have trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Passat is the Volkswagen Passat GL VR6 which scores 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 172 hp and a power/weight ratio of 17.5 lb/hp it has a top speed of 139 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volkswagen Passat Variant CL 1.9 TDI 110 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 836 miles and can store 16.4-53 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,866 lbs.