Volkswagen Passat (B7) 2.0 TDI (170 hp) 4MOTION DSG

Diesel engine with 170 hp (125 kW) and 258 lb-ft (350 Nm), built 2010–2012, sedan body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

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Power170 hp (125 kW)
Torque258 lb-ft (350 Nm)
0–62 mph8.5 s
Top speed137 mph (220 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version2.0 TDI (170 hp) 4MOTION DSG
Engine codeCFGB
Displacement2.0 L (1,968 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Engine oil capacity4.5 qt (4.3 l)
Engine systemsParticulate filter

Performance

Power170 hp (125 kW) @ 4200 rpm
Torque258 lb-ft (350 Nm) @ 1750-2500 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)8.5 s
Top speed137 mph (220 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City35 mpg (6.7 l/100 km)
Highway42 mpg (5.6 l/100 km)
Emission standardEuro 5
Fuel tank18.5 gal (70 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length187.8 in (4,769 mm)
Width71.7 in (1,820 mm)
Height57.9 in (1,470 mm)
Curb weight3,629 lb (1,646 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,850 lb (2,200 kg)
Cargo volume20.0 cu ft (565 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
SteeringElectric power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link, coil spring, stabilizer bar
Driver assistanceABS (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 (B7) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.4 TSI (150 hp) DSG EcoFuelGasoline/CNG150 hp (110 kW)
1.4 TSI (150 hp) EcoFuelGasoline/CNG150 hp (110 kW)
1.8 TSI (160 hp)Gasoline160 hp (118 kW)
1.8 TSI (160 hp) DSGGasoline160 hp (118 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp)Diesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) 4MOTIONDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) DSGDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp)Diesel170 hp (125 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp) DSGDiesel170 hp (125 kW)
2.0 TSI (211 hp)Gasoline211 hp (155 kW)
2.0 TSI (211 hp) DSGGasoline211 hp (155 kW)
3.6 V6 FSI (300 hp) 4MOTION DSGGasoline300 hp (221 kW)

← All Volkswagen Passat (B7) engines

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