Volkswagen Passat Variant (B1) (1973–1980)
The Volkswagen Passat Variant (B1) was offered with 9 engine versions (8 gasoline, 1 diesel), from 50 to 110 hp, built 1973–1980.
EnlargeProduction years1973–1980
Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length167.9 in (4,265 mm)
Width63.6 in (1,615 mm)
Height53.5 in (1,359 mm)
Cargo volume24.7 cu ft (699 l)
Fuel tank11.9 gal (45 l)
All Volkswagen Passat Variant (B1) engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3 (55 hp) | 1973–1980 | Gasoline | 55 hp (40 kW) | |||||
| 1.3 (60 hp) | 1973–1978 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | |||||
| 1.5 (75 hp) | 1973–1975 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | |||||
| 1.5 (86 hp) | 1973–1975 | Gasoline | 86 hp (63 kW) | |||||
| 1.6 (85 hp) | 1975–1980 | Gasoline | 85 hp (63 kW) | 94 lb-ft (127 Nm) | 107 mph (172 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | ||
| 1.6 (75 hp) | 1976–1980 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | |||||
| 1.5 D (50 hp) | 1977–1980 | Diesel | 50 hp (37 kW) | 60 lb-ft (82 Nm) | 88 mph (142 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | ||
| 1.6 i (110 hp) | 1978–1980 | Gasoline | 110 hp (81 kW) | |||||
| 1.6 D (54 hp) | 1979–1980 | Gasoline | 54 hp (40 kW) |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.