Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 1.6

Volkswagen Passat 2005 1.6 petrol description

Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 1.6 has been produced from December, 2005 to January, 2010. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 102 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 148 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Volkswagen Passat 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.

Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 187 km/h.

Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 1.6 fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.8 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
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 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Passat is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Passat got two stars.

Volkswagen Passat 2005

Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 1.6 technical data

Model: Volkswagen Passat Variant 1.6
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2005. December ... 2010. January 
Engine: 1600 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 187 g/km
Power: 102 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 148 NM ON 3800 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 187 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.8 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 7.8 l/100km (30.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.77m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.52m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.4 meters
Trunk capacity: 603 litres
Gross weight: 1300 kg

Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 1.6 engine BSF

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 1595 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 81 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 77.4 mm
Compression ratio 10.3 : 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 2005 Variant 1.6 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts)
Power 102 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 148 NM ON 3800 RPM
Start of production (year) 2005
Duration of production 10 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2008 onwards.

Engine also used on Volkswagen Golf Volkswagen Touran Audi A3 and 3 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Volkswagen Passat estate car [2005 - 2010] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Volkswagen Passat 2009 Variant 1.4 EcoFuel TSI Jan 2009 — Jan 2010 1.4 Petrol 150 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2009 Variant 1.4 EcoFuel TSI Jan 2009 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 150 HP 6.8 l/100km Automatic (7) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 1.6 Dec 2005 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.6 Petrol 102 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 1.6 16V FSI

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.6 Petrol 116 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 1.6 16V FSI Dec 2005 — Jan 2010 1.6 Petrol 116 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2008 Variant 1.8 16V TSI Jan 2008 — Jan 2010 1.8 Petrol 160 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2008 Variant 1.8 16V TSI Jan 2008 — Jan 2010 1.8 Petrol 160 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2009 Variant 1.8 16V TSI Jan 2009 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.8 Petrol 160 HP 7.4 l/100km Automatic (7) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 2.0 16V FSI 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 2.0 16V FSI Dec 2005 — Jan 2010 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 2.0 16V FSI 4Motion 4x4 Dec 2005 — Jan 2010 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 2.0 16V Turbo FSI Dec 2005 — Jan 2010 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 2.0 16V Turbo FSI Dec 2005 — Jan 2010 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 2.0 Variant 1.9 TDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 105 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 2.0 TDI 2.0 Diesel 140 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 2.0 TDI

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds

2.0 Diesel 140 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 2.0 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Dec 2005 — Jan 2010 2.0 Diesel 140 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2006 Variant 2.0 TDI Mar 2006 — Jan 2010

Most powerfull diesel version (170 HP)

2.0 Diesel 170 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2006 Variant 2.0 TDI Mar 2006 — Jan 2010

Most powerfull diesel version (170 HP)

2.0 Diesel 170 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 Variant 3.2 V6 FSI 4Motion 4x4 Dec 2005 — Jan 2010

Most powerfull petrol version (250 HP)

3.2 Petrol 250 HP 10.1 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2005 reviews
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