Volkswagen Passat Variant (B5) 1.9 TDI (110 hp)

Diesel engine with 110 hp (81 kW) and 173 lb-ft (235 Nm), built 1997–2000, station wagon body, front-wheel drive. The Volkswagen Passat Variant (B5) has 7 more powerful diesel versions.

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Power110 hp (81 kW)
Torque173 lb-ft (235 Nm)
0–62 mph11.9 s
Top speed118 mph (190 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.9 TDI (110 hp)
Engine codeAFN
Displacement1.9 L (1,896 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder2
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemStandard diesel injection (SDI)
Compression ratio19-5
Bore79.5 mm
Stroke95.5 mm
Engine oil capacity4.0 qt (3.8 l)

Performance

Power110 hp (81 kW) @ 4150 rpm
Torque173 lb-ft (235 Nm) @ 1900 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)11.9 s
Top speed118 mph (190 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City33 mpg (7.2 l/100 km)
Fuel tank16.4 gal (62 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length184.1 in (4,675 mm)
Width68.5 in (1,740 mm)
Height57.4 in (1,459 mm)
Curb weight2,954 lb (1,340 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,167 lb (1,890 kg)
Cargo volume17.5 cu ft (495 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionMultiple arms and links
Rear suspensionRigid axle
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 (B5) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.6 (101 hp)Gasoline101 hp (74 kW)
1.6 (101 hp) AutomaticGasoline101 hp (74 kW)
1.8 20V (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 20V (125 hp) AutomaticGasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 20V Syncro (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 T 20V (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
1.8 T 20V (150 hp) AutomaticGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
1.9 TDI (110 hp) AutomaticDiesel110 hp (81 kW)
1.9 TDI (90 hp)Diesel90 hp (66 kW)
1.9 TDI (90 hp) AutomaticDiesel90 hp (66 kW)
1.9 TDI Syncro (110 hp)Diesel110 hp (81 kW)
2.0 i (115 hp)Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 i Syncro (116 hp)Gasoline116 hp (85 kW)
2.3 VR5 (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.3 VR5 (150 hp) AutomaticGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.3 VR5 Syncro (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.3 i VR5 20V Syncro (170 hp)Gasoline170 hp (125 kW)
2.3i VR5 20V (170 hp)Gasoline170 hp (125 kW)
2.3i VR5 20V (170 hp) AutomaticGasoline170 hp (125 kW)
2.8 30V (193 hp)Gasoline193 hp (142 kW)
2.8 30V (193 hp) AutomaticGasoline193 hp (142 kW)
2.8 30V Syncro (193 hp)Gasoline193 hp (142 kW)
1.9 TDI (115 hp)Diesel115 hp (85 kW)
2.5 TDI (150 hp)Diesel150 hp (110 kW)
2.5 TDI Syncro (150 hp)Diesel150 hp (110 kW)
1.9 TDI (101 hp)Diesel101 hp (74 kW)
1.9 TDI (101 hp) AutomaticDiesel101 hp (74 kW)
1.9 TDI (130 hp)Diesel130 hp (96 kW)
1.9 TDI Syncro (130 hp)Diesel130 hp (96 kW)
2.0 i 20V (131 hp)Gasoline131 hp (96 kW)
2.5 TDI (180 hp)Diesel180 hp (132 kW)
2.5 TDI (180 hp) AutomaticDiesel180 hp (132 kW)
4.0i W8 32V (275 hp)Gasoline275 hp (202 kW)
4.0i W8 32V (275 hp) AutomaticGasoline275 hp (202 kW)

← All Volkswagen Passat Variant (B5) engines

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