Volkswagen Passat (B5) 1.9 TDI Syncro (131 hp)

Diesel engine with 131 hp (96 kW) and 229 lb-ft (310 Nm), built 2001–2005, sedan body, all-wheel drive (4x4). The Volkswagen Passat (B5) has 5 more powerful diesel versions.

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Power131 hp (96 kW)

Torque229 lb-ft (310 Nm)

0–62 mph11.1 s

Top speed119 mph (192 km/h)

FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version	1.9 TDI Syncro (131 hp)
Engine code	AVF, AWX
Displacement	1.9 L (1,896 cm³)
Cylinders	4
Cylinder layout	Inline
Engine position	Front, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder	2
Valvetrain	OHC
Fuel system	Unit injector (pump-nozzle)
Compression ratio	19
Bore	79.5 mm
Stroke	95.5 mm
Engine oil capacity	4.2 qt (4 l)

Performance

Power	131 hp (96 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque	229 lb-ft (310 Nm) @ 1900 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)	11.1 s
Top speed	119 mph (192 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

Fuel	Diesel
City	29 mpg (8.2 l/100 km)
Highway	39 mpg (6.1 l/100 km)
Fuel tank	16.4 gal (62 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body style	Sedan
Doors	5
Length	185.2 in (4,703 mm)
Width	68.7 in (1,746 mm)
Height	57.6 in (1,462 mm)
Curb weight	3,351 lb (1,520 kg)
Gross vehicle weight	4,586 lb (2,080 kg)
Cargo volume	14.1 cu ft (400 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

Drive	All-wheel drive (4x4)
Gears	5
Steering	Hydraulic power steering
Front suspension	Multi-link
Rear suspension	Double wishbone
Tires	195/65 R15
Wheels	6J x 15
Driver assistance	ABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Volkswagen Passat with this engine

On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Volkswagen Passat (B5) engines

Engine	Fuel	Power
1.6 (101 hp)	Gasoline	101 hp (74 kW)
1.6 (101 hp) Automatic	Gasoline	101 hp (74 kW)
1.8 20V (125 hp)	Gasoline	125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 20V (125 hp) Automatic	Gasoline	125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 20V Syncro (125 hp)	Gasoline	125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 T 20V (150 hp)	Gasoline	150 hp (110 kW)
1.8 T 20V (150 hp) Automatic	Gasoline	150 hp (110 kW)
1.8T 20V (170 hp)	Gasoline	170 hp (125 kW)
1.8T 20V (170 hp) Automatic	Gasoline	170 hp (125 kW)
1.9 TDI (110 hp)	Diesel	110 hp (81 kW)
1.9 TDI (110 hp) Automatic	Diesel	110 hp (81 kW)
1.9 TDI (90 hp)	Diesel	90 hp (66 kW)
1.9 TDI Syncro (110 hp)	Diesel	110 hp (81 kW)
2.3 VR5 (150 hp)	Gasoline	150 hp (110 kW)
2.3 VR5 (150 hp) Automatic	Gasoline	150 hp (110 kW)
2.8 V6 30V (193 hp)	Gasoline	193 hp (142 kW)
2.8 V6 30V (193 hp) AUtomatic	Gasoline	193 hp (142 kW)
2.0 i Syncro (115 hp)	Gasoline	115 hp (85 kW)
2.0i (115 hp)	Gasoline	115 hp (85 kW)
2.0i (115 hp) Automatic	Gasoline	115 hp (85 kW)
2.3 VR5 Syncro (150 hp)	Gasoline	150 hp (110 kW)
2.3 i VR 20V Syncro (170 hp)	Gasoline	170 hp (125 kW)
2.3i VR 20V (170 hp)	Gasoline	170 hp (125 kW)
2.3i VR 20V (170 hp) Autoamatic	Gasoline	170 hp (125 kW)
2.5 TDI (150 hp)	Diesel	150 hp (110 kW)
2.5 TDI Syncro (150 hp)	Diesel	150 hp (110 kW)
2.5 TDI Syncro (150 hp) Automatic	Diesel	150 hp (110 kW)
1.9 TDI (101 hp)	Diesel	101 hp (74 kW)
1.9 TDI (101 hp) Automatic	Diesel	101 hp (74 kW)
2.8 V6 30V Syncro (193 hp)	Gasoline	193 hp (142 kW)
2.8 V6 30V Syncro (193 hp) Automatic	Gasoline	193 hp (142 kW)
1.9 TDI (115 hp)	Diesel	115 hp (85 kW)
1.9 TDI (130 hp)	Diesel	130 hp (96 kW)
1.9 TDI (130 hp) Automatic	Diesel	130 hp (96 kW)
2.0 i 20V (131 hp)	Gasoline	131 hp (96 kW)
2.5 TDI (180 hp)	Diesel	180 hp (132 kW)
2.5 TDI (180 hp) Automatic	Diesel	180 hp (132 kW)
4.0i W8 32V (275 hp)	Gasoline	275 hp (202 kW)
4.0i W8 32V (275 hp) Automatic	Gasoline	275 hp (202 kW)

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