Volkswagen Passat Variant B3,B4 1.8 (75 hp)
Gasoline engine with 75 hp (55 kW) and 103 lb-ft (140 Nm), built 1990–1997, station wagon body, front-wheel drive. The Volkswagen Passat Variant B3,B4 has 18 more powerful gasoline versions.
EnlargePower75 hp (55 kW)
Torque103 lb-ft (140 Nm)
0–62 mph16.7 s
Top speed102 mph (164 km/h)
FuelGasoline
Specifications
Engine
| Engine version | 1.8 (75 hp) |
|---|---|
| Engine code | AAM |
| Displacement | 1.8 L (1,781 cm³) |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Engine position | Front, Transverse |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Valvetrain | OHC |
| Fuel system | Mono-point injection |
| Compression ratio | 9 |
| Bore | 81 mm |
| Stroke | 86.4 mm |
| Engine oil capacity | 4.0 qt (3.8-4 l) |
Performance
| Power | 75 hp (55 kW) @ 5000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 103 lb-ft (140 Nm) @ 2500 rpm |
| 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) | 16.7 s |
| Top speed | 102 mph (164 km/h) |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Fuel | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| City | 22 mpg (10.5 l/100 km) |
| Highway | 30 mpg (7.9 l/100 km) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (70 l) |
Body, dimensions and weight
| Body style | Station wagon |
|---|---|
| Doors | 5 |
| Length | 180.9 in (4,595 mm) |
| Width | 67.7 in (1,720 mm) |
| Height | 56.9 in (1,445 mm) |
| Curb weight | 2,899 lb (1,315 kg) |
| Gross vehicle weight | 3,858 lb (1,750 kg) |
| Cargo volume | 16.4 cu ft (465 l) |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 |
| Steering | Hydraulic power steering |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Trailing links |
| Tires | 185/65 R14 |
| Wheels | R14 |
| Driver assistance | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
What to check on a Volkswagen Passat with this engine
- On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
- 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
| Engine | Fuel | Power | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 (72 hp) | Gasoline | 72 hp (53 kW) | |
| 1.6 TD (80 hp) | Diesel | 80 hp (59 kW) | |
| 1.8 (107 hp) | Gasoline | 107 hp (79 kW) | |
| 1.8 (112 hp) | Gasoline | 112 hp (82 kW) | |
| 1.8 (125 hp) | Gasoline | 125 hp (92 kW) | |
| 1.8 (90 hp) | Gasoline | 90 hp (66 kW) | |
| 1.8 (90 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 90 hp (66 kW) | |
| 1.8 16V (136 hp) | Gasoline | 136 hp (100 kW) | |
| 1.8 G60 Syncro (160 hp) | Gasoline | 160 hp (118 kW) | |
| 2.0 16V (136 hp) | Gasoline | 136 hp (100 kW) | |
| 2.0 16V (136 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 136 hp (100 kW) | |
| 1.9 D (68 hp) | Diesel | 68 hp (50 kW) | |
| 2.0 (115 hp) | Gasoline | 115 hp (85 kW) | |
| 2.0 (115 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 115 hp (85 kW) | |
| 2.0 Syncro (115 hp) | Gasoline | 115 hp (85 kW) | |
| 1.8 G60 Syncro (160 hp) | Gasoline | 160 hp (118 kW) | |
| 1.9 TD (75 hp) | Diesel | 75 hp (55 kW) | |
| 2.8 VR6 (174 hp) | Gasoline | 174 hp (128 kW) | |
| 1.9 TDI (90 hp) | Diesel | 90 hp (66 kW) | |
| 1.6 (101 hp) | Gasoline | 101 hp (74 kW) | |
| 2.0 16V (150 hp) | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | |
| 2.9 VR6 Syncro (184 hp) | Gasoline | 184 hp (135 kW) | |
| 2.0 (107 hp) | Gasoline | 107 hp (79 kW) | |
| 1.9 TDI (110 hp) | Diesel | 110 hp (81 kW) |