1988-1993 Passat OverviewVolkswagen Passat Overview (1988 - 1993)
B3
Tech Specs Summary
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- 95 - 139 mph
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- 8.2 - 19.4 seconds
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- 67 - 172 BHP
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- 28 - 48.7 mpg
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- 1,100 - 1,395 kg
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- 495 - 820 L (Saloon)
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- 465 - 1,500 L (Estate)
This generation of the Volkswagen Passat (B3) was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen between 1988 - 1993. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 67 BHP 1.9 L Inline 4 diesel engine all the way to a 172 BHP 2.8 L V6 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Passat is the Volkswagen Passat VR6 GL, GT which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 172 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 132 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 139 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volkswagen Passat Variant 1.6 TD is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 737 miles and can store 465-1,500 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 500 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,200 kg.