Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI

Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 diesel description

Sedan Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI has been produced from November, 2000 to March, 2005. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 130 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 285 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has a fuel injection system with unit injectors 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. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
A reliable engine when using quality oils. This Volkswagen Passat 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 3.8 litres.

Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 208 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.6 litres per 100km (17.9 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Volkswagen Passat 2000 - 2005 versions, fuel consumption in city - 7.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1100 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1400 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 6.5 litres per 100 km, which is 16% more than the manufacturer's stated. 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 are also two other Volkswagen Passat versions - with automatic gearbox (Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI AT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and manual gearbox (Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI 4Motion MT 4x4) available:
  • Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 2.1 seconds later (in 12 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.5 litres per 100 km or 27 % - 7.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.1 litres per 100 km or 17 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km
  • Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI 4Motion MT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 6.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 6.5 litres per 100 km
Volkswagen Passat 2000

Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI technical data

Model: Volkswagen Passat 1.9 TDI
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2000. November ... 2005. March 
Engine: 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 149 g/km
Power: 130 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 285 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 208 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.6 (combined) 7.7 (urban) 4.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.5 l/100km (36.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 62 litres (16.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.70m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Trunk capacity: 475 litres
Gross weight: 1960 kg

Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI engine AWX

Engine reliability and common problems:

A reliable engine when using quality oils.
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 1896 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 79.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 95.5 mm
Compression ratio 19 : 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 Unit injector
Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 3.8 litres (4 quarts)
Power 130 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 285 NM ON 1750 RPM
Engine manufacturer Audi
Start of production (year) 2000
Duration of production 8 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 2003 onwards.

Engine also used on Audi A6 Audi A4 Skoda Superb

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 sedan [2000 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.6

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 102 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.8 5V Turbo 1.8 Petrol 150 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.8 5V Turbo 1.8 Petrol 150 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 100 HP 5.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI 1.9 Diesel 100 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI 1.9 Diesel 130 HP 5.6 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI 1.9 Diesel 130 HP 5.6 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI 1.9 Diesel 130 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 1.9 Diesel 130 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 2.0 Nov 2000 — Mai 2002 2.0 Petrol 115 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 2.0 Nov 2000 — Mai 2002 2.0 Petrol 115 HP 9.6 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 2.0 4Motion 4x4 Nov 2000 — Mai 2002 2.0 Petrol 115 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2002 2.0 5V Jan 2002 — Mar 2005 2.0 Petrol 130 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 2.3 V5 Nov 2000 — Dec 2004 2.3 Petrol 170 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 2.3 V5 Nov 2000 — Dec 2004 2.3 Petrol 170 HP 9.8 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 2.3 V5 4Motion 4x4 Nov 2000 — Dec 2004 2.3 Petrol 170 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 2.5 TDI Nov 2000 — Mai 2003 2.5 Diesel 150 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 2.5 TDI Nov 2000 — Mai 2003 2.5 Diesel 150 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 2.5 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Nov 2000 — Mai 2003 2.5 Diesel 150 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 2.5 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Nov 2000 — Mai 2003 2.5 Diesel 150 HP 8.6 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2003 2.5 TDI Mai 2003 — Mar 2005 2.5 Diesel 163 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2003 2.5 TDI Mai 2003 — Mar 2005 2.5 Diesel 163 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2003 2.5 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Mar 2003 — Mar 2005

Most powerfull diesel version (180 HP)

2.5 Diesel 180 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2003 2.5 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Mar 2003 — Mar 2005

Most powerfull diesel version (180 HP)

2.5 Diesel 180 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 2.8 V6 4Motion 4x4 2.8 Petrol 193 HP 11.0 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2000 2.8 V6 4Motion 4x4 2.8 Petrol 193 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2001 4.0 W8 4Motion 4x4 Sep 2001 — Dec 2004

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds

4.0 Petrol 275 HP 13.0 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Volkswagen Passat 2001 4.0 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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