Volkswagen Passat Variant B3,B4 1.6 TD (80 hp)

Diesel engine with 80 hp (59 kW) and 114 lb-ft (155 Nm), built 1988–1993, station wagon body, front-wheel drive. The Volkswagen Passat Variant B3,B4 has 2 more powerful diesel versions.

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Power80 hp (59 kW)
Torque114 lb-ft (155 Nm)
0–62 mph16.2 s
Top speed102 mph (164 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.6 TD (80 hp)
Engine codeRA, SB
Displacement1.6 L (1,588 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder2
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemStandard diesel injection (SDI)
Compression ratio23
Bore76.5 mm
Stroke86.4 mm
Engine oil capacity4.8 qt (4.5 l)

Performance

Power80 hp (59 kW) @ 4500 rpm
Torque114 lb-ft (155 Nm) @ 2800 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)16.2 s
Top speed102 mph (164 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City34 mpg (7 l/100 km)
Highway36 mpg (6.5 l/100 km)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (70 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length180.9 in (4,595 mm)
Width67.7 in (1,720 mm)
Height56.9 in (1,445 mm)
Curb weight2,679 lb (1,215 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,880 lb (1,760 kg)
Cargo volume16.4 cu ft (465 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionTrailing links
Tires195/65 R15
Wheels6J x 15
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.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • 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 Variant B3,B4 engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.6 (72 hp)Gasoline72 hp (53 kW)
1.8 (107 hp)Gasoline107 hp (79 kW)
1.8 (112 hp)Gasoline112 hp (82 kW)
1.8 (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 (90 hp)Gasoline90 hp (66 kW)
1.8 (90 hp) AutomaticGasoline90 hp (66 kW)
1.8 16V (136 hp)Gasoline136 hp (100 kW)
1.8 G60 Syncro (160 hp)Gasoline160 hp (118 kW)
2.0 16V (136 hp)Gasoline136 hp (100 kW)
2.0 16V (136 hp) AutomaticGasoline136 hp (100 kW)
1.9 D (68 hp)Diesel68 hp (50 kW)
1.8 (75 hp)Gasoline75 hp (55 kW)
2.0 (115 hp)Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 (115 hp) AutomaticGasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 Syncro (115 hp)Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)
1.8 G60 Syncro (160 hp)Gasoline160 hp (118 kW)
1.9 TD (75 hp)Diesel75 hp (55 kW)
2.8 VR6 (174 hp)Gasoline174 hp (128 kW)
1.9 TDI (90 hp)Diesel90 hp (66 kW)
1.6 (101 hp)Gasoline101 hp (74 kW)
2.0 16V (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.9 VR6 Syncro (184 hp)Gasoline184 hp (135 kW)
2.0 (107 hp)Gasoline107 hp (79 kW)
1.9 TDI (110 hp)Diesel110 hp (81 kW)

← All Volkswagen Passat Variant B3,B4 engines

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