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Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant

WagonPetrolAutomaticFWDYear 1986
90
Horsepower · 66 kW
14.3s
0–100 km/h
164
km/h top speed
9.5
l/100 km
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The Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant is a wagon powered by a petrol engine delivering 90 hp (66 kW).

Updated Jun 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 14.3 s and reaches a top speed of 164 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via an automatic.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 9.5 l/100 km combined.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 1986 as part of the Volkswagen Passat Variant (1985-1988) generation, and sits alongside 40 other variants in this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

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Specifications

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Overview

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  • BodyWagon
  • FuelPetrol
  • TransmissionAutomatic
  • DrivetrainFWD
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Performance

4 fields
  • Power66 kW (89 hp)
  • 0–100 km/h14.3 s
  • km/h top speed164 km/h (102 mph)
  • CO₂-
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Efficiency

3 fields
  • Consumption9.5 l/100km (29.7 mpg UK · 24.8 mpg US)
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  • Energyn/a
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Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant?

The Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant produces 90 hp (66 kW).

How fast does the Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 14.3 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant?

The top speed of the Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant is 164 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant?

The Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant has a combined fuel consumption of 9.5 l/100 km.

What transmission does the Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant have?

The Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant is equipped with a Automatic transmission.

Is the Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant?

The Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant has a 1,781 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant?

The Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant produces 137 Nm of torque.

When was the Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant introduced?

The Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Variant was introduced in 1986.

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