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Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

    • Drive: Front wheel drive
    • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
    • Transmission type: 6 MT, 7 DSG
    • Average acceleration: 9.1 s to 60 mph
    • Average optimal engine speed: 4250 rpm
    • Average torque: 290 Nm
    • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
    • Average weight: 1460 kg / 3219 lbs
    • Maximum load for transmission: 2135 kg / 4708 lbs
    • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

Gearbox types in 2019 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 2.0 TDI —6 MT (340 Nm)
  • 1.6 TDI —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TSI —7 DSG (320 Nm)
  • 1.5 TSI —6 MT (250 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—8.6 s to 60 mph (9.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TDI 7 DSG—10.3 s to 60 mph (10.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.5 TSI 6 MT—8.5 s to 60 mph (8.9 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—3500-4000 rpm.
  • 1.5 TSI 6 MT—5000-6000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.0 TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    1.6 TDI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive - -
    2.0 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive - -
    1.5 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5000-6000 rpm. 91%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.5 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Automatic
      • Transmission type: 7 DSG
      • Average acceleration: 6.4 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4250 rpm
      • Average torque: 375 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 4 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1635 kg / 3605 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2355 kg / 5193 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 10 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2019 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 2.0 TDI —7 DSG (400 Nm)
  • 2.0 TSI —7 DSG (350 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.0 TDI 7 DSG—7.3 s to 60 mph (7.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TSI 7 DSG—5.5 s to 60 mph (5.8 s to 100 kmh )

    Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.0 TDI Automatic 7 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) - -
    2.0 TSI Automatic 7 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) - -
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: All wheel drive (4x4), Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Automatic, Manual
      • Transmission type: 7 DSG, 6 MT
      • Average acceleration: 8.1 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4250 rpm
      • Average torque: 303 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1455 kg / 3208 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2130 kg / 4697 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2019 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 2.0 TSI —7 DSG (350 Nm)
  • 1.6 TDI —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —7 DSG (360 Nm)
  • 1.5 TSI —6 MT (250 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.0 TSI 7 DSG—5.3 s to 60 mph (5.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TDI 7 DSG—10.3 s to 60 mph (10.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 7 DSG—8.5 s to 60 mph (8.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.5 TSI 6 MT—8.3 s to 60 mph (8.7 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 2.0 TDI 7 DSG—3500-4000 rpm.
  • 1.5 TSI 6 MT—5000-6000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.0 TSI Automatic 7 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) - -
    1.6 TDI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive - -
    2.0 TDI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    1.5 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5000-6000 rpm. 91%
    Vehicle 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.5 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Automatic, Manual
      • Transmission type: 7 DSG, 6 MT, 6 DSG
      • Average acceleration: 7.4 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4388 rpm
      • Average torque: 321 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1530 kg / 3374 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2205 kg / 4862 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2015 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 1.6 TDI —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 MT (400 Nm)
  • 2.0 BiTDI —7 DSG (500 Nm)
  • 1.8 TSI —6 MT (320 Nm)
  • 2.0 TSI —7 DSG (350 Nm)
  • GTE 1.4 TSI —6 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 1.5 TSI —6 MT (250 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.6 TDI 7 DSG—10.3 s to 60 mph (10.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—8 s to 60 mph (8.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—7.5 s to 60 mph (7.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 BiTDI 7 DSG—5.8 s to 60 mph (6.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 TSI 6 MT—7.3 s to 60 mph (7.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TSI 7 DSG—5.3 s to 60 mph (5.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • GTE 1.4 TSI 6 DSG—7 s to 60 mph (7.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.5 TSI 6 MT—8.2 s to 60 mph (8.6 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.6 TDI 7 DSG—3600-4000 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—5000-6000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—3500-4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 BiTDI 7 DSG—4000 rpm.
  • 1.8 TSI 6 MT—4000-6200 rpm.
  • 2.0 TSI 7 DSG—5000-6000 rpm.
  • GTE 1.4 TSI 6 DSG—5000-6000 rpm.
  • 1.5 TSI 6 MT—5000-6000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.6 TDI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 3600-4000 rpm. 96%
    1.4 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5000-6000 rpm. 91%
    2.0 TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 BiTDI Automatic 7 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) 4000 rpm. 96%
    1.8 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4000-6200 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TSI Automatic 7 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) 5000-6000 rpm. 91%
    GTE 1.4 TSI Automatic 6 DSG Front wheel drive 5000-6000 rpm. 91%
    1.5 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5000-6000 rpm. 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3600-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 BiTDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.8 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000-6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5000-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle GTE 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.5 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: All wheel drive (4x4), Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 7 DSG, 6 DSG
      • Average acceleration: 7.8 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4588 rpm
      • Average torque: 305 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1552 kg / 3422 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2272 kg / 5010 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2015 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 1.4 TSI —6 MT (250 Nm)
  • 1.6 TDI —6 MT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 MT (340 Nm)
  • 2.0 BiTDI —7 DSG (500 Nm)
  • 1.8 TSI —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TSI —7 DSG (350 Nm)
  • GTE 1.4 TSI —6 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 1.5 TSI —7 DSG (250 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.4 TSI 6 MT—8.5 s to 60 mph (8.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TDI 6 MT—10.5 s to 60 mph (11 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—8.5 s to 60 mph (8.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 BiTDI 7 DSG—6 s to 60 mph (6.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 TSI 7 DSG—7.7 s to 60 mph (8.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TSI 7 DSG—5.4 s to 60 mph (5.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • GTE 1.4 TSI 6 DSG—7.2 s to 60 mph (7.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.5 TSI 7 DSG—8.4 s to 60 mph (8.8 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.4 TSI 6 MT—5000-6000 rpm.
  • 1.6 TDI 6 MT—3600-4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—3500-4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 BiTDI 7 DSG—4000 rpm.
  • 1.8 TSI 7 DSG—5100-6200 rpm.
  • 2.0 TSI 7 DSG—5500-6200 rpm.
  • GTE 1.4 TSI 6 DSG—5000-6000 rpm.
  • 1.5 TSI 7 DSG—5000-6000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.4 TSI Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5000-6000 rpm. 91%
    1.6 TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 3600-4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TDI Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 BiTDI Automatic 7 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) 4000 rpm. 96%
    1.8 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5100-6200 rpm. 91%
    2.0 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5500-6200 rpm. 84%
    GTE 1.4 TSI Automatic 6 DSG Front wheel drive 5000-6000 rpm. 91%
    1.5 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5000-6000 rpm. 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5000-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3600-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 BiTDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.8 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5100-6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5500-6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle GTE 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.5 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 DSG, 7 DSG
      • Average acceleration: 6.4 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4367 rpm
      • Average torque: 417 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 4 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1675 kg / 3693 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2440 kg / 5380 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 10 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2015 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 2.0 TDI —6 DSG (400 Nm)
  • 2.0 TSI —7 DSG (350 Nm)
  • 2.0 BiTDI —7 DSG (500 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.0 TDI 6 DSG—7.6 s to 60 mph (8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TSI 7 DSG—5.5 s to 60 mph (5.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 BiTDI 7 DSG—6.1 s to 60 mph (6.4 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 2.0 TDI 6 DSG—3600-4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TSI 7 DSG—5500-6200 rpm.
  • 2.0 BiTDI 7 DSG—4000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.0 TDI Automatic 6 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) 3600-4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TSI Automatic 7 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) 5500-6200 rpm. 84%
    2.0 BiTDI Automatic 7 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) 4000 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 3600-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5500-6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.0 BiTDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 6 DSG, 7 DSG
      • Average acceleration: 7.6 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5320 rpm
      • Average torque: 300 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1607 kg / 3543 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2327 kg / 5131 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 10 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2010 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 2.0 TSI —6 DSG (280 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —7 DSG (220 Nm)
  • 3.6 V6 FSI —6 DSG (350 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 DSG (350 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.8 TSI 6 MT—8.1 s to 60 mph (8.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TSI 6 DSG—7.2 s to 60 mph (7.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—9.3 s to 60 mph (9.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 3.6 V6 FSI 6 DSG—5.2 s to 60 mph (5.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 DSG—8.1 s to 60 mph (8.5 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.8 TSI 6 MT—5000-6200 rpm.
  • 2.0 TSI 6 DSG—5300-6200 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—5500 rpm.
  • 3.6 V6 FSI 6 DSG—6600 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 DSG—4200 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.8 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5000-6200 rpm. 91%
    2.0 TSI Automatic 6 DSG Front wheel drive 5300-6200 rpm. 91%
    1.4 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5500 rpm. 84%
    3.6 V6 FSI Automatic 6 DSG Front wheel drive 6600 rpm. 69%
    2.0 TDI Automatic 6 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) 4200 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 1.8 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5300-6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 3.6 V6 FSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 69%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Automatic, Manual
      • Transmission type: 6 DSG, 7 DSG, 6 MT
      • Average acceleration: 7.8 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5320 rpm
      • Average torque: 327 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1629 kg / 3592 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2349 kg / 5180 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 10 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2010 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 2.0 TSI —6 DSG (280 Nm)
  • 3.6 V6 FSI —6 DSG (350 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 MT (350 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.0 TSI 6 DSG—7.3 s to 60 mph (7.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 TSI 7 DSG—8.3 s to 60 mph (8.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 3.6 V6 FSI 6 DSG—5.4 s to 60 mph (5.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—9.4 s to 60 mph (9.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—8.4 s to 60 mph (8.8 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 2.0 TSI 6 DSG—5300-6200 rpm.
  • 1.8 TSI 7 DSG—5000-6200 rpm.
  • 3.6 V6 FSI 6 DSG—6600 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—5500 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—4200 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.0 TSI Automatic 6 DSG Front wheel drive 5300-6200 rpm. 91%
    1.8 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5000-6200 rpm. 91%
    3.6 V6 FSI Automatic 6 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) 6600 rpm. 69%
    1.4 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5500 rpm. 84%
    2.0 TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4200 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5300-6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.8 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 3.6 V6 FSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 69%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 6 AT
      • Average acceleration: 8.1 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4833 rpm
      • Average torque: 303 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1674 kg / 3691 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2439 kg / 5378 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 10 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2010 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 1.8 TSI —6 MT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 AT (380 Nm)
  • 2.0 TSI —6 AT (280 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.8 TSI 6 MT—8.5 s to 60 mph (8.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 AT—8.3 s to 60 mph (8.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TSI 6 AT—7.4 s to 60 mph (7.8 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.8 TSI 6 MT—5000-6200 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 AT—4200 rpm.
  • 2.0 TSI 6 AT—5300-6200 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.8 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5000-6200 rpm. 91%
    2.0 TDI Automatic 6 AT All wheel drive (4x4) 4200 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TSI Automatic 6 AT All wheel drive (4x4) 5300-6200 rpm. 91%
    Vehicle 1.8 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5300-6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 6 AT, 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 9.5 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5154 rpm
      • Average torque: 247 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1480 kg / 3263 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2155 kg / 4752 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2005 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 1.9 16V TDI —6 MT (320 Nm)
  • 2.0 16V TDI —6 MT (350 Nm)
  • 1.6i 16V FSI —6 MT (155 Nm)
  • 2.0i 16V FSI —6 MT (200 Nm)
  • 2.0i 16V TFSI —6 MT (280 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —6 AT (200 Nm)
  • 1.8 TSI —6 MT (210 Nm)
  • 1.6 i —5 MT (148 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI PDE —5 MT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 i 16V FSI 4WD —6 MT (200 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 AT (320 Nm)
  • 3.2 i V6 24V FSI 4WD —6 AT (330 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.9 16V TDI 6 MT—9.6 s to 60 mph (10.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 16V TDI 6 MT—8.4 s to 60 mph (8.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6i 16V FSI 6 MT—11.1 s to 60 mph (11.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0i 16V FSI 6 MT—9.1 s to 60 mph (9.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0i 16V TFSI 6 MT—7.4 s to 60 mph (7.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 6 AT—10.3 s to 60 mph (10.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 TSI 6 MT—8.4 s to 60 mph (8.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 i 5 MT—12.2 s to 60 mph (12.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI PDE 5 MT—11.8 s to 60 mph (12.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 i 16V FSI 4WD 6 MT—9.7 s to 60 mph (10.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 AT—9.6 s to 60 mph (10.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 3.2 i V6 24V FSI 4WD 6 AT—6.8 s to 60 mph (7.2 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.9 16V TDI 6 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 16V TDI 6 MT—4200 rpm.
  • 1.6i 16V FSI 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.0i 16V FSI 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.0i 16V TFSI 6 MT—5100 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 6 AT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.8 TSI 6 MT—5700 rpm.
  • 1.6 i 5 MT—5600 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI PDE 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 i 16V FSI 4WD 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 AT—4000 rpm.
  • 3.2 i V6 24V FSI 4WD 6 AT—6250 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.9 16V TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 16V TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4200 rpm. 96%
    1.6i 16V FSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 79%
    2.0i 16V FSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 79%
    2.0i 16V TFSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5100 rpm. 91%
    1.4 TSI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.8 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5700 rpm. 84%
    1.6 i Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5600 rpm. 84%
    1.9 TDI PDE Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 i 16V FSI 4WD Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6000 rpm. 79%
    2.0 TDI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    3.2 i V6 24V FSI 4WD Automatic 6 AT All wheel drive (4x4) 6250 rpm. 79%
    Vehicle 1.9 16V TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 16V TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.6i 16V FSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.0i 16V FSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.0i 16V TFSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5100 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.8 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5700 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.6 i
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI PDE
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 i 16V FSI 4WD
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 3.2 i V6 24V FSI 4WD
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6250 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Automatic, Manual
      • Transmission type: 6 AT, 6 MT, 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 9.4 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5130 rpm
      • Average torque: 247 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1421 kg / 3133 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2051 kg / 4522 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2005 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 2.0 FSI —6 AT (200 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 MT (350 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI 16V —6 MT (320 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —6 AT (200 Nm)
  • 1.6 FSI —6 MT (155 Nm)
  • 1.6 MPI —5 MT (148 Nm)
  • 1.8 TSI —6 AT (250 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI —5 MT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TFSI —6 AT (280 Nm)
  • 3.2 FSI —6 AT (320 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.0 FSI 6 AT—9.7 s to 60 mph (10.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—8.3 s to 60 mph (8.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 16V 6 MT—9.3 s to 60 mph (9.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 6 AT—10 s to 60 mph (10.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 FSI 6 MT—10.8 s to 60 mph (11.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 MPI 5 MT—11.8 s to 60 mph (12.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 TSI 6 AT—8.6 s to 60 mph (9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—11.5 s to 60 mph (12.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TFSI 6 AT—7.4 s to 60 mph (7.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 3.2 FSI 6 AT—6.6 s to 60 mph (6.9 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 2.0 FSI 6 AT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—4200 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 16V 6 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 6 AT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.6 FSI 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 1.6 MPI 5 MT—5700 rpm.
  • 1.8 TSI 6 AT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TFSI 6 AT—5100 rpm.
  • 3.2 FSI 6 AT—6300 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.0 FSI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 79%
    2.0 TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4200 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TDI 16V Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    1.4 TSI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.6 FSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 79%
    1.6 MPI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5700 rpm. 84%
    1.8 TSI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.9 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TFSI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 5100 rpm. 91%
    3.2 FSI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 6300 rpm. 79%
    Vehicle 2.0 FSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI 16V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 FSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 1.6 MPI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5700 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.8 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TFSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5100 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 3.2 FSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6300 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 5 MT, 6 MT
      • Average acceleration: 9.7 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5412 rpm
      • Average torque: 233 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1468 kg / 3237 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2143 kg / 4725 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1997 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 2.8 30V —5 MT (280 Nm)
  • 1.6 —5 MT (145 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI —5 MT (202 Nm)
  • 1.8 T 20V —5 MT (210 Nm)
  • 1.8 20V —5 MT (168 Nm)
  • 2.5 TDI —6 MT (310 Nm)
  • 2.3i VR5 20V —5 MT (220 Nm)
  • 2.3 VR5 —5 MT (205 Nm)
  • 4.0i W8 32V —6 MT (370 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro —6 MT (310 Nm)
  • 2.0 i 20V —5 MT (195 Nm)
  • 2.0 i —5 MT (172 Nm)
  • 2.0 i Syncro —5 MT (166 Nm)
  • 2.3 i VR5 20V Syncro —5 MT (220 Nm)
  • 2.3 VR5 Syncro —5 MT (205 Nm)
  • 2.5 TDI Syncro —5 MT (310 Nm)
  • 2.8 30V Syncro —5 MT (280 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.8 30V 5 MT—7.6 s to 60 mph (8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 5 MT—12.4 s to 60 mph (13.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—13.5 s to 60 mph (14.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 T 20V 5 MT—8.5 s to 60 mph (8.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 20V 5 MT—10.6 s to 60 mph (11.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.5 TDI 6 MT—9.3 s to 60 mph (9.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.3i VR5 20V 5 MT—8.9 s to 60 mph (9.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.3 VR5 5 MT—8.8 s to 60 mph (9.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 4.0i W8 32V 6 MT—6.5 s to 60 mph (6.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro 6 MT—10.2 s to 60 mph (10.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 i 20V 5 MT—9.8 s to 60 mph (10.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 i 5 MT—10.9 s to 60 mph (11.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 i Syncro 5 MT—11.3 s to 60 mph (11.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.3 i VR5 20V Syncro 5 MT—9.4 s to 60 mph (9.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.3 VR5 Syncro 5 MT—9.2 s to 60 mph (9.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.5 TDI Syncro 5 MT—10.3 s to 60 mph (10.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.8 30V Syncro 5 MT—7.4 s to 60 mph (7.8 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 2.8 30V 5 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 1.6 5 MT—5600 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 1.8 T 20V 5 MT—5700 rpm.
  • 1.8 20V 5 MT—5800 rpm.
  • 2.5 TDI 6 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.3i VR5 20V 5 MT—6200 rpm.
  • 2.3 VR5 5 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 4.0i W8 32V 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro 6 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 i 20V 5 MT—5700 rpm.
  • 2.0 i 5 MT—5400 rpm.
  • 2.0 i Syncro 5 MT—5400 rpm.
  • 2.3 i VR5 20V Syncro 5 MT—6200 rpm.
  • 2.3 VR5 Syncro 5 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.5 TDI Syncro 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.8 30V Syncro 5 MT—6000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.8 30V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 79%
    1.6 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5600 rpm. 84%
    1.9 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    1.8 T 20V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5700 rpm. 84%
    1.8 20V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5800 rpm. 84%
    2.5 TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.3i VR5 20V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6200 rpm. 79%
    2.3 VR5 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 79%
    4.0i W8 32V Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 79%
    1.9 TDI Syncro Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 i 20V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5700 rpm. 84%
    2.0 i Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5400 rpm. 84%
    2.0 i Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5400 rpm. 84%
    2.3 i VR5 20V Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6200 rpm. 79%
    2.3 VR5 Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6000 rpm. 79%
    2.5 TDI Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.8 30V Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6000 rpm. 79%
    Vehicle 2.8 30V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.8 T 20V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5700 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.8 20V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.5 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.3i VR5 20V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.3 VR5
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 4.0i W8 32V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 i 20V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5700 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.0 i
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.0 i Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.3 i VR5 20V Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.3 VR5 Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.5 TDI Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.8 30V Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: All wheel drive (4x4), Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 5 MT, 6 MT
      • Average acceleration: 9.5 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5455 rpm
      • Average torque: 225 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1404 kg / 3096 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2034 kg / 4485 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1996 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 2.8 V6 30V Syncro —5 MT (280 Nm)
  • 2.8 V6 30V —5 MT (280 Nm)
  • 2.5 TDI Syncro —6 MT (310 Nm)
  • 1.6 —5 MT (145 Nm)
  • 1.8 T 20V —5 MT (210 Nm)
  • 1.8T 20V —5 MT (210 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI —5 MT (210 Nm)
  • 4.0i W8 32V —6 MT (370 Nm)
  • 2.3 VR5 —5 MT (205 Nm)
  • 2.0i —5 MT (172 Nm)
  • 2.5 TDI —6 MT (310 Nm)
  • 2.3i VR 20V —5 MT (220 Nm)
  • 1.8 20V —5 MT (168 Nm)
  • 1.8 20V Syncro —5 MT (168 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro —5 MT (235 Nm)
  • 2.0 i 20V —5 MT (195 Nm)
  • 2.0 i Syncro —5 MT (166 Nm)
  • 2.3 i VR 20V Syncro —5 MT (220 Nm)
  • 2.3 VR5 Syncro —5 MT (205 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.8 V6 30V Syncro 5 MT—9.5 s to 60 mph (10 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.8 V6 30V 5 MT—7.2 s to 60 mph (7.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.5 TDI Syncro 6 MT—9.5 s to 60 mph (10 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 5 MT—11.7 s to 60 mph (12.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 T 20V 5 MT—8.7 s to 60 mph (9.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8T 20V 5 MT—8.7 s to 60 mph (9.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—12.5 s to 60 mph (13.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 4.0i W8 32V 6 MT—6.2 s to 60 mph (6.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.3 VR5 5 MT—8.6 s to 60 mph (9.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0i 5 MT—10.6 s to 60 mph (11.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.5 TDI 6 MT—9.4 s to 60 mph (9.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.3i VR 20V 5 MT—8.6 s to 60 mph (9.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 20V 5 MT—10.4 s to 60 mph (10.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 20V Syncro 5 MT—10.7 s to 60 mph (11.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 i 20V 5 MT—9.4 s to 60 mph (9.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 i Syncro 5 MT—11 s to 60 mph (11.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.3 i VR 20V Syncro 5 MT—9.1 s to 60 mph (9.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.3 VR5 Syncro 5 MT—9 s to 60 mph (9.5 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 2.8 V6 30V Syncro 5 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.8 V6 30V 5 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.5 TDI Syncro 6 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 1.6 5 MT—5600 rpm.
  • 1.8 T 20V 5 MT—5700 rpm.
  • 1.8T 20V 5 MT—5700 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 4.0i W8 32V 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.3 VR5 5 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.0i 5 MT—5400 rpm.
  • 2.5 TDI 6 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.3i VR 20V 5 MT—6200 rpm.
  • 1.8 20V 5 MT—5800 rpm.
  • 1.8 20V Syncro 5 MT—5800 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro 5 MT—4150 rpm.
  • 2.0 i 20V 5 MT—5700 rpm.
  • 2.0 i Syncro 5 MT—5400 rpm.
  • 2.3 i VR 20V Syncro 5 MT—6200 rpm.
  • 2.3 VR5 Syncro 5 MT—6000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.8 V6 30V Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6000 rpm. 79%
    2.8 V6 30V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 79%
    2.5 TDI Syncro Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 4000 rpm. 96%
    1.6 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5600 rpm. 84%
    1.8 T 20V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5700 rpm. 84%
    1.8T 20V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5700 rpm. 84%
    1.9 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    4.0i W8 32V Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6000 rpm. 79%
    2.3 VR5 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 79%
    2.0i Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5400 rpm. 84%
    2.5 TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.3i VR 20V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6200 rpm. 79%
    1.8 20V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5800 rpm. 84%
    1.8 20V Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5800 rpm. 84%
    1.9 TDI Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 4150 rpm. 96%
    2.0 i 20V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5700 rpm. 84%
    2.0 i Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5400 rpm. 84%
    2.3 i VR 20V Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6200 rpm. 79%
    2.3 VR5 Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6000 rpm. 79%
    Vehicle 2.8 V6 30V Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.8 V6 30V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.5 TDI Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.8 T 20V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5700 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.8T 20V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5700 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 4.0i W8 32V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.3 VR5
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.0i
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.5 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.3i VR 20V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 1.8 20V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.8 20V Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4150 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 i 20V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5700 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.0 i Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.3 i VR 20V Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.3 VR5 Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 12.5 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5200 rpm
      • Average torque: 182 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 7 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1331 kg / 2935 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1916 kg / 4225 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1988 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 1.8 —5 MT (145 Nm)
  • 2.0 16V —5 MT (200 Nm)
  • 2.0 —5 MT (166 Nm)
  • 1.6 —5 MT (135 Nm)
  • 1.6 TD —5 MT (155 Nm)
  • 1.8 G60 Syncro —5 MT (220 Nm)
  • 1.9 D —5 MT (133 Nm)
  • 1.9 TD —5 MT (140 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI —5 MT (240 Nm)
  • 2.0 Syncro —5 MT (172 Nm)
  • 2.8 VR6 —5 MT (235 Nm)
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro —5 MT (245 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.8 5 MT—14 s to 60 mph (14.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 16V 5 MT—9.4 s to 60 mph (9.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 5 MT—10.7 s to 60 mph (11.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 5 MT—13.3 s to 60 mph (14 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TD 5 MT—15.4 s to 60 mph (16.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 G60 Syncro 5 MT—9.3 s to 60 mph (9.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 D 5 MT—18.4 s to 60 mph (19.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TD 5 MT—17.4 s to 60 mph (18.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—13.7 s to 60 mph (14.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 Syncro 5 MT—11.3 s to 60 mph (11.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.8 VR6 5 MT—8.2 s to 60 mph (8.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro 5 MT—8.7 s to 60 mph (9.2 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.8 5 MT—5500 rpm.
  • 2.0 16V 5 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.0 5 MT—5400 rpm.
  • 1.6 5 MT—5800 rpm.
  • 1.6 TD 5 MT—4500 rpm.
  • 1.8 G60 Syncro 5 MT—5600 rpm.
  • 1.9 D 5 MT—4200 rpm.
  • 1.9 TD 5 MT—4400 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 Syncro 5 MT—5400 rpm.
  • 2.8 VR6 5 MT—5800 rpm.
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro 5 MT—5800 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.8 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5500 rpm. 84%
    2.0 16V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 79%
    2.0 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5400 rpm. 84%
    1.6 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5800 rpm. 84%
    1.6 TD Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4500 rpm. 96%
    1.8 G60 Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5600 rpm. 84%
    1.9 D Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4200 rpm. 96%
    1.9 TD Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4400 rpm. 96%
    1.9 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5400 rpm. 84%
    2.8 VR6 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5800 rpm. 84%
    2.9 VR6 Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5800 rpm. 84%
    Vehicle 1.8
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.0 16V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.0
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.6 TD
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.8 G60 Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.9 D
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.9 TD
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.8 VR6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.9 VR6 Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 5 MT, 4/5
      • Average acceleration: 13.1 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5220 rpm
      • Average torque: 163 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 8 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1226 kg / 2703 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1766 kg / 3894 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 4 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1988 Volkswagen Passat through generations

  • 2.0 16V GT —5 MT (180 Nm)
  • 2.0 —5 MT (172 Nm)
  • 1.6 TD —5 MT (155 Nm)
  • 1.8 —5 MT (145 Nm)
  • 1.9 TD —5 MT (140 Nm)
  • 1.9 D —5 MT (133 Nm)
  • 2.0 16V —5 MT (180 Nm)
  • 2.0 Syncro —5 MT (166 Nm)
  • 2.8 VR6 —5 MT (235 Nm)
  • 1.6 —4/5 (125 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.0 16V GT 5 MT—9.7 s to 60 mph (10.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 5 MT—10.7 s to 60 mph (11.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TD 5 MT—15.2 s to 60 mph (16 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 5 MT—13.5 s to 60 mph (14.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TD 5 MT—16.8 s to 60 mph (17.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 D 5 MT—18.1 s to 60 mph (19 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 Syncro 5 MT—11.1 s to 60 mph (11.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.8 VR6 5 MT—8.3 s to 60 mph (8.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 4/5—14.3 s to 60 mph (15 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 2.0 16V GT 5 MT—5800 rpm.
  • 2.0 5 MT—5400 rpm.
  • 1.6 TD 5 MT—4500 rpm.
  • 1.8 5 MT—5500 rpm.
  • 1.9 TD 5 MT—4400 rpm.
  • 1.9 D 5 MT—4200 rpm.
  • 2.0 16V 5 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.0 Syncro 5 MT—5400 rpm.
  • 2.8 VR6 5 MT—5800 rpm.
  • 1.6 4/5—5200 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.0 16V GT Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5800 rpm. 84%
    2.0 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5400 rpm. 84%
    1.6 TD Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4500 rpm. 96%
    1.8 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5500 rpm. 84%
    1.9 TD Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4400 rpm. 96%
    1.9 D Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4200 rpm. 96%
    2.0 16V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 79%
    2.0 Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5400 rpm. 84%
    2.8 VR6 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5800 rpm. 84%
    1.6 Manual 4/5 Front wheel drive 5200 rpm. 91%
    Vehicle 2.0 16V GT
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.0
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.6 TD
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.8
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.9 TD
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.9 D
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 16V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 79%
    Vehicle 2.0 Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.8 VR6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 4/5
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Passat transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 13.1 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5220 rpm
      • Average torque: 163 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 8 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1350 kg / 2977 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1980 kg / 4366 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1981 Volkswagen Passat through generations

    Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.6 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive - -
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -