Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 2.8 VR6 Syncro
Volkswagen Passat 1997 2.8 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 2.8 VR6 Syncro has been produced from January, 1998 to June, 1999. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.8 litres, which produces power of 193 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Volkswagen Passat 1997 - 2000 version and torque 280 Nm (Newton metres) on 3200 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 30-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt and chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 300 000 to 510 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Volkswagen Passat 2.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6 litres.
Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 2.8 VR6 Syncro has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 2.8 VR6 Syncro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 227 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 2.8 VR6 Syncro in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 11 litres per 100km (9.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 16 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 760 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volkswagen (VW) is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Volkswagen Passat fuel consumption.
Volkswagen Passat safety
During safety testing Volkswagen Passat has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Passat is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Passat got two stars.
- Volkswagen Passat 1998 Variant 2.8 VR6 Syncro MT 4x4 is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 2.1 seconds faster (in 7.9 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 11.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 10.6 litres per 100 km
- Volkswagen Passat 1999 Variant 2.8 V6 4Motion MT 4x4 is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 2 seconds faster (in 8 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 11.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.4 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 11.5 litres per 100 km
Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 2.8 VR6 Syncro technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Passat Variant 2.8 VR6 Syncro | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 1998. January ... 1999. June | ||
| Engine: | 2771 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 266 g/km |
| Power: | 193 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 280 NM ON 3200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Maximum speed: | 227 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.0 (combined) 16.0 (urban) 8.0 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 11.1 l/100km (21.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres (16.4 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.67m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.50m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2100 kg | ||
Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 2.8 VR6 Syncro engine ALG
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 300,000 to 510,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 2771 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain and belt |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 2.8 VR6 Syncro oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6 litres (6.3 quarts) |
| Power | 193 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 NM ON 3200 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Audi |
| Start of production (year) | 1997 |
| Duration of production | 3 years |
| Engine also used on | Audi A6 Audi A4 |
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All Volkswagen Passat estate car [1997 - 2000] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.6
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.8 5V | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.8 5V | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1998 Variant 1.8 5V Syncro 4x4 Aug 1998 — Jun 1999 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1999 Variant 1.8 5V 4Motion 4x4 Jun 1999 — Nov 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.8 5V Turbo | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.8 5V Turbo | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI | 1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Passat 1998 Variant 1.9 TDI Syncro 4x4
Aug 1998 — Jun 1999 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Matic 4x4 Jun 1999 — Mai 2000 | 1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
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Volkswagen Passat 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI
Jun 1999 — Nov 2000 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI Jun 1999 — Nov 2000 | 1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Mai 2000 — Nov 2000 | 1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1998 Variant 2.3 VR5 Aug 1998 — Jun 1999 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1999 Variant 2.3 V5 Jun 1999 — Nov 2000 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1998 Variant 2.3 VR5 Aug 1998 — Jun 1999 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1999 Variant 2.3 V5 Jun 1999 — Nov 2000 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1998 Variant 2.3 VR5 Syncro 4x4 Aug 1998 — Jun 1999 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1999 Variant 2.3 V5 4Motion 4x4 Jun 1999 — Nov 2000 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI Mai 2000 — Nov 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1999 Variant 2.5 TDI Jun 1999 — Nov 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Mai 2000 — Nov 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1999 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Jan 1999 — Nov 2000 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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Volkswagen Passat 1998 Variant 2.8 VR6 Syncro 4x4
Jan 1998 — Jun 1999 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds |
2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1999 Variant 2.8 V6 4Motion 4x4 Jun 1999 — Nov 2000 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1998 Variant 2.8 VR6 Syncro 4x4 Jan 1998 — Jun 1999 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 1999 Variant 2.8 V6 4Motion 4x4 Jun 1999 — Nov 2000 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |