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Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat

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MPVPetrolManualFWDYear 1996G
174
Horsepower · 128 kW
11.8s
0–100 km/h
199
km/h top speed
11.6
l/100 km

The Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat is a mpv powered by a petrol engine delivering 174 hp (128 kW).

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

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.8 s and reaches a top speed of 199 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via a manual.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 11.6 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 278 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 1996 as part of the Volkswagen Sharan (1996-1997) generation, and sits alongside 19 other variants in this generation. It is both the most powerful and the quickest-accelerating variant of this generation.

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

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat?

The Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat produces 174 hp (128 kW).

How fast does the Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.8 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat?

The top speed of the Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat is 199 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat?

The Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat has a combined fuel consumption of 11.6 l/100 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat?

The Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat emits 278 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat have?

The Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat is equipped with a Manual transmission.

Is the Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat?

The Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat has a 2,792 cc engine with 6 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat?

The Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat produces 235 Nm of torque.

When was the Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat introduced?

The Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Carat was introduced in 1996.