Volkswagen Passat B4
The Volkswagen Passat B4 (1994–1997): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 13 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: Typ 3A · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America |
|---|---|
| Seats and space | |
| Luggage space (EPA) | 396–963 L EPA |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,662–2,888 L EPA |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: US EPA fuel economy data.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
195 complaints for model years 1994–1997. 4 crashes · 4 fires · 8 injuries
- Electrical system 40
- Engine 35
- Visibility and wipers 33
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 13 versions of the Volkswagen Passat B4
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United States 4 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–1997(DSL,TRBO) | 1.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 35–36 MPG (6.5–6.7 L/100 km) EPA | 176–181 g/km |
| 1994–1997(FFS) | 2.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 291–307 g/km |
| 1995–1996(FFS), CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1995–1996(FFS) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
Canada 9 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997Mid-size · Station wagon: Mid-size | 1.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 6.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 178 g/km |
| 1995–1997Mid-size · Station wagon: Mid-size | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.7–12.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 292–294 g/km |
| 1995–1997Mid-size · Station wagon: Mid-size | 2.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 12.1–12.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 278–288 g/km |
| 1996Mid-size | 1.9 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 327 g/km |
| 1995–1996Mid-size | 1.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 8.0–13.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 216–354 g/km |
| 1996Station wagon: Mid-size | 1.9 L | Diesel | 4-speed automatic | 12.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 329 g/km |
| 1996Station wagon: Mid-size | 1.9 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 11.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 319 g/km |
| 1996Mid-size | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 267 g/km |
| 1996Mid-size | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 253 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.