Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Matic

Volkswagen Passat 1997 1.9 diesel description

Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Matic has been produced from June, 1999 to May, 2000. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 110 horsepower on 4150 rpm and torque 235 Nm (Newton metres) on 1900 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 370 000 and 630 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Volkswagen Passat 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.

Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Matic has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Matic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 186 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Matic fuel consumption is 6.1 litres per 100km (16.4 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Volkswagen Passat 1997 - 2000 versions, city fuel economy - 8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1000 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1240 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volkswagen (VW) is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. 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.

With the same engine there are also two other Volkswagen Passat versions - with front wheel drive and manual gearbox (Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI MT), and with front wheel drive and automatic gearbox (Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI AT) available:
  • Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1 seconds faster (in 12 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 5.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 6.1 litres per 100 km
  • Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1 seconds later (in 14 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 6.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 15 % - 7.0 litres per 100 km
Volkswagen Passat 1997

Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Matic technical data

Model: Volkswagen Passat Variant 1.9 TDI 4Matic
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 1999. June ... 2000. May 
Engine: 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 165 g/km
Power: 110 HP ON 4150 RPM Torque: 235 NM ON 1900 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 186 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 13.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.1 (combined) 8.0 (urban) 5.0 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.1 l/100km (38.6 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: 2060 kg

Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Matic engine AVG

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 370,000 to 630,000 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 1896 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 79.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 95.5 mm
Compression ratio 19.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Volkswagen Passat 1997 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Matic oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts)
Power 110 HP ON 4150 RPM
Torque 235 NM ON 1900 RPM
Engine manufacturer Audi
Start of production (year) 1999
Duration of production 2 years
Engine also used on Volkswagen Golf Audi A6

All Volkswagen Passat estate car [1997 - 2000] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
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
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
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
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
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
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
Volkswagen Passat 1997 reviews
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