Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6 has been produced from September, 1997 to July, 2000. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.8 litres, which produces power of 174 horsepower on 5800 rpm - this is the most powerfull Volkswagen Sharan 1997 - 2000 version and torque 235 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 250 000 and 420 000 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 Sharan 2.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6 fuel consumption is 12.7 litres per 100km (7.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 17.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 75 litres or 19.82 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 760 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 Sharan fuel consumption.
Volkswagen Sharan safety
During safety testing Volkswagen Sharan has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Sharan is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Sharan got two stars.
- Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6 MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.4 seconds faster (in 11.8 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 11.7 litres per 100 km
- Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6 Syncro AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.6 seconds later (in 13.8 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 13.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 12.5 litres per 100 km
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6 technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 | ||
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| Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
| Production period: | 1997. September ... 2000. July | ||
| Engine: | 2792 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 295 g/km |
| Power: | 174 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 235 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 195 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.7 (combined) 17.6 (urban) 9.7 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 12.9 l/100km (18.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres (19.8 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.62m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.73m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | ||
| Gross weight: | 2000 kg | ||
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6 engine AAA
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 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 | 2792 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 90.3 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts) |
| Power | 174 HP ON 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1991 |
| Duration of production | 7 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Golf Volkswagen Vento |
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 Sharan minivan [1997 - 2000] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| Volkswagen Sharan 1998 1.8 5V Turbo Jan 1998 — Jul 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Sharan 1999 1.8 5V Turbo Jan 1999 — Jul 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.9 TDI | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.9 TDI
Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.9 TDI
Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.0
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.0 | 2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.8 seconds |
2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 11.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 12.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6 Syncro 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 13.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |