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 BHP
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- 25.9 - 55.4 mpg
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- 1,210 - 1,590 kg
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- 495 - 820 L (Saloon)
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- 465 - 1,500 L (Estate)
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 saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 74 BHP 1.9 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 181 BHP 2.8 L V6 petrol 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 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 126 BHP/Tonne 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 465-1,500 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,300 kg.