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Bluemotion
Overview
The 2008 Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion is a front-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Volkswagen Passat is regarded as a lower Medium built in Germany with prices starting at $49,990 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Passat is powered by a 1.9L 4-cylinder engine that has 77 kW of power (at 4000 rpm) and 250 Nm of torque (at 1900 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. Volkswagen claims the Passat Bluemotion uses 5.1L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 136g of CO2. It has a 70L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1373km per full tank
The Volkswagen Passat measures 1472mm (58.0 inches) in height, 4765mm (187.6 inches) in length, 1820mm (71.7 inches) in width with a 2709mm (106.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1422kg (3135.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The Passat Bluemotion comes standard with 215/55 R16 front tyres and 215/55 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
52.13 - 110.84 kW/t
52.13 kW/t
110.84 kW/t
Boot Space
565 - 603 litres
486 litres
603 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.1 - 10 L/100km
5.1 L/100km
10 L/100km
Vehicle Range
1,061 - 1,077 km
753 km
1,077 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,765 mm
1,820 mm
1,472 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,765 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,820 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,472 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,709 mm |
| Load Capacity | 608 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Passat Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 136
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 79.5
Engine (cc): 1896
Compression Ratio: 18.5
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.9
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Stroke Engine: 95.5
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Pump Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Fuel Type: Diesel
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 46
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.1
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 12.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 193
Maximum Speed (mph): 120
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 105
Maximum Power (kW): 77
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1900
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: Pq46
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim on Bumpers: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Side of Body: yes
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 0
Rear Seat Down (L): 0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 20
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 565
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.1
Front Track (mm): 1552
Overall Height (in): 58
Overall Height (mm): 1472
Overall Length (in): 187.6
Overall Length (mm): 4765
Overall Width (in): 71.7
Overall Width (mm): 1820
Rear Track (in): 61.1
Rear Track (mm): 1551
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11400
Wheelbase (in): 106.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2709
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.3
Front Headroom (mm): 973
Rear Headroom (in): 37.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 961
Front Hip Room (in): 57.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1466
Rear Hip Room (in): 59.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1511
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Projector Beam
Paint
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Tinted Glass
Location: Cabin
Location: Rear
Rear Privacy Glass: yes
Location: Side
Side Privacy Glass: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1400
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3086
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 740
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1631
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2030
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4475
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1422
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3135
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
ARI/EON: yes
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
System Type: Stereo
Watts Per Channel: 60
Disc Player
Capacity: 6
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Child Safety Seat
Location: Rear Seats
Number: 2
Type: Integrated
Crash Test Results
Euro Ncap Adult Occupant: 5
Euro Ncap Standard: Euro Ncap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Pop Out
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Card Key
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