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. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 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 manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 223 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Volkswagen Passat 2000 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.9 litres per 100km (12.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 11 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 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 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.

With the same engine there is also Volkswagen Passat version with automatic gearbox (Volkswagen Passat 2003 Variant 2.5 TDI 4Motion AT 4x4) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.9 seconds later (in 9.8 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 8.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 8.5 litres per 100 km.
Volkswagen Passat 2000

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: 209 g/km
Power: 180 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 370 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 223 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.9 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.1 (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: 2250 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

All Volkswagen Passat estate car [2000 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
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
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
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
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
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
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
Volkswagen Passat 2000 reviews
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