Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion
Volkswagen Passat 2000 2.5 diesel description
Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion has been produced from March, 2003 to June, 2005. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 180 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 370 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-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 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 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 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6 litres.
Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 218 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100km (11.8 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 12 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 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 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Passat is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Passat got two stars.
Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Passat Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2003. March ... 2005. June | ||
| Engine: | 2496 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 225 g/km |
| Power: | 180 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 370 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 218 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.5 (combined) 12.0 (urban) 6.3 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.5 l/100km (27.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres (16.4 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.68m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.50m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2290 kg | ||
Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion engine BAU
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 2496 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 78.3 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 18.5 : 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 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6 litres (6.3 quarts) |
| Power | 180 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Audi |
| Start of production (year) | 2003 |
| Duration of production | 2 years |
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All Volkswagen Passat estate car [2000 - 2005] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 1.6
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 1.8 5V Turbo | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 1.8 5V Turbo | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 1.9 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 100 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 1.9 TDI | 1.9 Diesel | 100 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 1.9 TDI | 1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 1.9 TDI | 1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 1.9 TDI | 1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 | 1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.0 Nov 2000 — Mai 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.0 Nov 2000 — Mai 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.0 4Motion 4x4 Nov 2000 — Mai 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2002 Variant 2.0 5V Jan 2002 — Jun 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 130 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.3 V5 Nov 2000 — Dec 2004 | 2.3 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.3 V5 Nov 2000 — Dec 2004 | 2.3 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.3 V5 4Motion 4x4 Nov 2000 — Dec 2004 | 2.3 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI Nov 2000 — Mai 2003 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI Nov 2000 — Mai 2003 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Nov 2000 — Mai 2003 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Nov 2000 — Mai 2003 | 2.5 Diesel | 150 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2003 Variant 2.5 TDI Mai 2003 — Jun 2005 | 2.5 Diesel | 163 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2003 Variant 2.5 TDI Mai 2003 — Jun 2005 | 2.5 Diesel | 163 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Passat 2003 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion 4x4
Mar 2003 — Jun 2005 Most powerfull diesel version (180 HP) |
2.5 Diesel | 180 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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Volkswagen Passat 2003 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion 4x4
Mar 2003 — Jun 2005 Most powerfull diesel version (180 HP) |
2.5 Diesel | 180 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.8 V6 4Motion 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.8 V6 4Motion 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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Volkswagen Passat 2001 4.0 Variant W8 4Motion 4x4
Sep 2001 — Dec 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds |
4.0 Petrol | 275 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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Volkswagen Passat 2001 4.0 Variant W8 4Motion 4x4
Sep 2001 — Dec 2004 Most powerfull petrol version (275 HP) |
4.0 Petrol | 275 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |