Produced since 1973. Since that time, the car has seriously established itself in the market and is very popular with car owners. The German concern does not stop in its development and constantly releases new models. One of them is the Passat B6 car, a photo of which is presented in the article. Let's take a closer look at its advantages: what innovations the manufacturers have introduced, how this version differs from the previous ones. There will also be briefly presented the technical characteristics of the car, a description of its appearance and interior. But first things first.

Short story

The most striking innovations that the manufacturers have introduced into the design can be seen when comparing the sixth version with the fifth. The new Passat B6 was introduced to the general public in early 2005. She replaced the already outdated fifth series of the popular brand. The manufacturers of the new car presented the capabilities of the new model to their consumers. Compared to the previous version, the body of the Passat B6 has new, more modern lines. Manufacturers have pleased with a wide range of engines and a comfortable interior. The sixth series of the model was produced until 2010. The new Volkswagen Passat B6 did not disappoint its fans this time either; after the fifth series, the car broke sales records all over the world. More than two million cars were produced at Volkswagen factories in just five years. This indicates the great popularity of the WV Passat B6 model among motorists. But these numbers are understandable. After all, the products of the German concern are of high quality. Cars are designed for a wide mass of consumers and therefore not only satisfy all the basic needs of motorists, but also meet all established safety requirements. Undoubtedly, buyers are attracted by the appearance of the car. Clarity and precision of lines - this is what distinguishes the exterior of the Passat models.

Innovations

In 2009, manufacturers decided to update their model with a light cosmetic restyling. In the same year, the new sports model Passat B6 R36 was released. Here is a list of the modifications:

• understated;
• sports tuning;
• engine that has a capacity of 300 hp. from.;
• optional dual-clutch gearbox.

Short review

The body of the Wolkswagen Passat B6 model was offered to buyers in two versions: a station wagon and a sedan. Compared to the fifth model, the contours of the novelty have become sleeker and more modern. The new car has a modern bumper with integrated sidelights. The huge front grille and sparkling optics reinterpreted the new Passat B6. The rear of the car is also attractive. The lines of the lights, the trunk and the bumper are harmoniously combined here. The interior of the new car has also changed for the better. It seemed to have increased in volume. The material that upholstered the interior of expensive trim levels is of high quality. The trunk has become much larger than the fifth series. The new car is safer for children. The rear seats have new attachments to which the child seat is fixed. It is standard on the Passat B6.

Power units

Like the previous one, the new model can be supplied with different motors. But, describing the characteristics of the Passat B6, it should be noted that the manufacturers had to abandon the powerful eight-cylinder engines. This is due to the fact that the position of the motor under the hood has been changed. But the car lost almost nothing from this. The package may include one of the following petrol engines:

1. Motor with a volume of 1.4 liters. It was the smallest for the Passat B6. Its power reached 122 liters. from. The engine was turbocharged and four cylinders. The car accelerates to 100 km / h in about 11 seconds. The car reaches a maximum speed of 200 km / h.
2. The 1.6-liter engine also included four cylinders, but was not turbocharged, which affected power. She was only 102 years old. from. A car with such an engine accelerated to a hundred in 12.4 seconds. 190 km / h - this is the maximum speed. Another version of the engine is presented - 115 hp. from. These cars were produced in a limited edition.

Manufacturers have provided three modifications for the two-liter engine:

• 140 h.p. turbocharged engine with a volume of 1963 cc. Accelerated to 100 km / h in just 9.8 seconds. The maximum speed is up to 206 km / h. Another engine was produced - 150 hp. from. with a volume of 1984 cc, but without turbocharging. Accelerated to hundreds in 10.2 seconds. The maximum speed is 208 km / h.
• 200 hp engine from. was complemented by a turbocharger. The maximum speed was 230 km / h. It accelerated to hundreds of kilometers in just 7.8 seconds.
• The most powerful six-cylinder gasoline engine produced 250 hp. from. This type of engine was installed only on the all-wheel drive Passat B6 model. The volume was 3.2 liters. Accelerated to hundreds in a record 6.9 seconds. The maximum speed is 246 km / h.

The line of gasoline units was supplemented with another option in 2008. The new engine had a volume of 1.8 liters and produced a power of 160 liters. from. Thanks to turbocharging and four cylinders, the car accelerated to a hundred in just 8.6 seconds. amounted to 220 km / h. Of course, all petrol engines of the Volkswagen Passat B6 meet the standards and meet the Euro-4 environmental standard. Diesel engines for the Volkswagen car had a volume of 1.9 and 2.0 liters. The power unit with a volume of 1.9 liters gave out power of only 105 liters. from. The rest of the two-liter engines are 140 and 170 liters. from. Diesel engines were more economical, as they consumed only 5.7 liters per hundred kilometers. And the gasoline ones were more voracious: depending on the volume, they consumed from 6 to 9.8 liters.

Transmission

Manufacturers offered a wide range of gearboxes for the Volkswagen Passat B6. On weak engines, a five-speed manual transmission was installed, and more powerful ones were equipped with a six-speed one. The automatic transmission, also six-speed, was also installed on more powerful engines. The exception was a seven-speed gearbox for a 1.8-liter engine.

Suspension

The Passat B6 can be fitted with one of two options. The front suspension is fully independent, equipped with wishbones and anti-roll bars. In addition, MacPherson struts were installed. In the rear, the car was equipped with an independent and stabilizers. Disc brakes were installed on all four wheels. But the front brake discs, unlike the rear ones, were ventilated. Especially the suspension for the Volkswagen Passat is suitable for the Russian region. The car behaves superbly on any road. The car is also equipped with an ABS braking system and power steering. Since 2005, the Passat B6 is a shining example of quality and reliability. But despite the very long successful release of the sixth series, in 2010 the representatives of the concern decided to replace the sixth model with a newer one - the seventh.

Phaeton car

The new model, the legendary seventh in a row, was released in 2010. It was called Phaeton. Car "Passat" of the seventh version has surpassed all expectations. The new series has original faceted headlights. The grill in tandem with the lines of the body gives the car a solid look. The Passat B7 is another step towards business class. This is not to say that the "seven" is a completely new model in the automotive arena. Nevertheless, the B7 inherited some features from the "six". Likewise, we can talk about the stuffing under the hood. "Seven" is not a completely new car, more precisely, it is a deep reworking of the WV Passat B6. The sixth series at European factories ceased to be produced at the end of 2010, thereby giving way to a new model. The Volkswagen Passat B6, which was recently produced at factories in China and India, also gave way to the new "seven".

Complete set

The fifth model had four trim levels - more than the sixth, which had only three. But as for the Passat B6 station wagon, it had plenty of option packages in its assembly. In the Trendline configuration (the so-called base model VW Passat B6), the buyer is offered a plastic-trimmed interior, while the set of functions will also be limited. But for the discerning buyer, manufacturers have provided a salon upholstered in high-quality fabric and with a large selection of additional functions. This configuration is called the Comfortline. There is also a third assembly, for wealthier buyers - Highline - with maximum equipment. Optionally, chic titanium discs can be installed. The Highline Passat B6 is a striking model that combines style and comfort. In this configuration, the car interior looks elegant. Attention is drawn to the chrome details on the dashboard, wood-like interior elements, and leather-upholstered seats. Complete power accessories are also an integral part of the assembly.

Model Passat B6 Variant

In Russia, the premiere of a new car, which is a station wagon, took place in mid-November 2005. This was the starting point for the start of sales of the new version of the Volkswagen Passat B6. Feedback from the presentation was very positive. This significantly contributed to the growth of sales of this brand. The new model is very similar to the four-door Volkswagen Passat B6 sedan. Both cars have the same body contours. It is very easy to make a mistake when looking at both models from the front. In any case, the manufacturer did not deviate from his inherent style and quality. The car market received a beautiful and stylish car, excellent in terms of maneuverability and ease of control.

Short description

The sixth station wagon has a more dynamic rear end than its predecessor. The dimensions of the new car have also become larger. The length of the new Passat B6 station wagon has increased by 92 mm, the width of the body - by 74 mm. The height of this model has also increased by 20 mm. If we talk about size, then I must say that the trunk also looks more solid. Its volume is 603 liters. It should be noted that the interior did not suffer from this. If the rear seats are folded down, the boot volume will increase by an additional 1,128 liters. Inside the car it is comfortable and convenient for all passengers, without exception. The car is distinguished by ease of control, stability on the road. Any of the four petrol engines can be installed on the new model, where three of them will be new for this model:

• an engine with a volume of 1.6 liters and a capacity of 106 liters. from. (this model of the unit was installed on the fifth version of the Passat car);
• 2.0FSI, with a volume of 2.0 liters and a capacity of 150 liters. from.;
• 2.0TFSI, a volume of 2.0 liters and a capacity of 200 liters. from.;
• 3.2 V6, volume 3.2 liters and power 250 liters. from.

Diesel engines are produced in two types: the first with a volume of 1.9 liters, with a capacity of up to 105 liters. from.; and the second - with a volume of 2.0 liters, has a capacity of 140 liters. from.

How much does the sixth model cost?

In Russia, a Passat B6 of the Trendline configuration with a 1.4-liter power unit can be purchased for 400,000 rubles. A complete assembly with a powerful engine and an all-wheel drive version on the Russian market will cost around 1,300,000 rubles. These are the prices for 2013. The difference in price between the sedan and the Passat B6 station wagon is about $ 15,000. That is, the base model with the required minimum will cost $ 26,000, and the most expensive configuration will cost the buyer $ 33,000. A very good price for a good quality station wagon. Along with the technical characteristics, it is the cost that makes the model so popular with car owners.

Objectives
- Increased recognition of Passat B6
- Show the unusual capabilities of the Passat B6 in an unusual way

Communicate information to an audience aged 18-34 by using the appropriate channel

Decision
Volkswagen in the US has launched a cross-platform campaign with Zingy. Passat B6 photo ads have appeared on all Zingy WAP sites, including Vindigo Restaurants and Vindigo Movies, as well as on Vindigo City Guide in PDA version. Both programs were aimed at consumers with higher education, a fairly influential segment of the population aged 20-40. Consumers could go to the Passat B6 detail page and request additional information, such as test drive details or find a dealer near them. Zingy sent them an email on behalf of Volkswagen to anyone who requested it.

Result
The response rate was much higher than the average for similar campaigns. The share of clicks was over 3%.

According to Rachel Benor, Marketing Representative for Volkswagen of America, “Our customers receive and use high technology in their daily lives, we wanted to help them“ experience the Passat 2006 ”in the way they are used to. We love the rapid development of mobile technology and have invested a lot of effort in order to attract the attention of consumers in this area. Since the Passat is unusual, our ad must be unusual too. "

AG. It looks like a simple sedan, but complex headlights, a swift profile with a sloping roof, massive heavy stern and LED optics distinguish it from the stream of other vehicles.

You don't have to talk a lot about your appearance - just look at the photos. But the rest of the advantages of this car, of which it has a lot, deserve attention.

Characteristics

Volkswagen Passat B6 was offered to Russian buyers with five gasoline engines. The ruler looked like this:

• 1.4-liter turbo engine, 122 hp from. Acceleration - up to 100 km / h in 10.5 seconds. The maximum speed is 203 km / h.
• 1.8-liter "four" with turbocharging, 152 hp from. Acceleration - 8.6 seconds. Maximum - 220 km / h.
• 2-liter turbocharged engine, 200 hp from. Acceleration - 7.6 seconds. Maximum - 235 km / h.
• 1.6-liter "aspirated", 102 liters. from. Acceleration - 12.4 seconds. Maximum - 190 km / h.
• 2-liter "aspirated", 150 hp Acceleration - 9.9 seconds. Maximum - 209 km / h.

In addition to the listed options, another Passat B6 with a diesel engine was offered. It was a 140 hp 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. from. With such a unit, the car accelerated to "hundreds" in 9.8 seconds, and its speed limit was 209 km / h.

Engines were offered with "mechanics" (5 or 6 speeds), as well as with a 6-speed "automatic" Tiptronic. In addition, there were variants with a 7-band "robot" DSG, which has a dual clutch.

By default, the car was front-wheel drive, but 4Motion technology was optionally available.

Execution options

There are two versions of the Passat B6 model - a station wagon and a sedan. The first thing that makes them different is their size. They are as follows (indicated in millimeters):

• The length is 4,774 and 4,765, respectively.
• Height - 1,518 and 1,472.
• Width - 1820 for both versions.
• The wheelbase is the same - 2,709 mm.
• The ground clearance is 17 centimeters for both the station wagon and the sedan.

Judging by the numbers, the dimensions of the "Passat B6" in different body versions differ slightly. But you need to immediately pay attention to the trunk! The zest of the station wagon is a huge cargo hold with a volume of 603 liters. And it can be increased to 1,731 liters if the back row is folded down. You will get a perfectly flat platform for bulky cargo.

Comfortable and ergonomic

People who leave reviews about the Passat B6 tell in detail about what it is like to be in this car. Here's what they focus on:

• The car is warm. In a frosty winter, after standing overnight on the street or in the garage, it is heated slowly but surely. Heated seats are of high quality. In summer, the air conditioner freezes perfectly, and at the same time its operation is not audible. Outside, switching on is also silent, and it is not displayed when the engine is running. The car cools down for a long time.
• A powerful blowing of the legs for the rear passengers.
• The front seats and the steering wheel have a wide range. You can at least "lie down", as in some sports car, or rest your head against the ceiling. The trunk can be easily expanded into a flat floor, due to which an area of \u200b\u200b0.9 x 1.85 m is created. You can organize a good sleeping place.
• The doors have large handy pockets that can hold a lot of small things. And there is also a niche for an umbrella.
• The glove compartment is voluminous. Moreover, there is another one in it - a secret one.
• The dashboard has an interesting backlight. Not faded, you even have to dim the brightness at night.
• The handbrake is electronic, when you press the gas pedal, it is removed by itself.
• The setup menu in the on-board computer contains a considerable number of items, but you can quickly figure out what's there and what.

And, finally, Volkswagen Passat B6 is the owner of a simply pleasant and laconic interior. The salon is made of high quality plastic, genuine leather (fabric as standard) and real aluminum.

About the version with 1.8-liter "aspirated"

Passat B6 1.8 is one of the most popular versions. People who own this car say that it rides very cheerfully, even when compared to cars with 3.5-liter units installed under the hoods.

The driving style can be characterized as follows: it is confident, calm, but (paradox!) Encourages dynamics, to a more active style. The car is assembled, with excellent handling, obedient, comfortable and soft. But if the gas pedal is properly pushed in on a straight line, then it can already be compared to a locomotive. Or with some kind of sports car. At the same time, there is no yawing, even in winter.

The dynamics, by the way, is not weakly influenced by the nimble DSG-7 gearbox. As the owners of "B6" say in their reviews, the automatic transmission "Passat" seems to whip up with its playful work, causing the desire to push.

Motorists also note the "love" of this car for oil. Consumption is approximately 1 liter per 7,000 km. Casting Valvoline 5W-30 is recommended.

Checkpoint

The transmission features also need to be mentioned when talking about the characteristics of the Passat B6. Speech, of course, will go about the DSG box - Tiptronic with six speeds. The transmissions are very short:

• The first is 0-15 km / h.
• The second is 15-30 km / h.
• The third is 30-50 km / h.
• Fourth - 50-65 km / h.
• Fifth - 65-80 km / h.
• Sixth - after 80 km / h.

Almost no one has any complaints about the work of DSG. The Tiptronic shifts gears quickly and imperceptibly, saving fuel, and even without losing dynamics.

But there is still a drawback. This is a rollback. If you get on the "Passat" with DSG somewhere in a traffic jam on a hill, then it is not a fact that you will be able to immediately go by moving your foot from the brake pedal to the gas. It takes some time to transfer the power from the engine to the wheels. It's just a moment, but it still takes some getting used to. In general, it is better to use the anti-rollback function.

Driving performance

They are affected by the attention of many people who leave reviews about the Passat B6. Particularly praised is the PPD - "package of bad roads", especially for countries such as Russia. These versions have higher ground clearance and a stiffer, more reliable suspension.

The car holds the road perfectly, on the track - as if poured. If paired with good tires, of course. Due to the rigidity, however, road bumps are felt. But for excellent driving performance you have to pay with a little bit of comfort, there is nothing you can do. But nothing knocks or rattles - it's worth it.

Electronic assistants work when needed. ESP is disabled from the button and is reflected by the icon on the "Passat B6" panel when any of its systems are activated.

The AUTO HOLD function deserves special attention. It helps keep the car in place when the brake pedal is fully depressed. It is very convenient at traffic lights and in traffic jams. And when a person steps on the gas, the function is automatically deactivated. It works, by the way, only when the seat belt is fastened.

Pleases in this car and adaptive power steering, which changes the effort depending on the speed of the car. This makes the Passat incredibly docile. Which is very important. The driver should feel that he is driving the car, and not she is driving it.

Operation in winter

Whatever the engine is under the hood of the Passat B6 model, the car will still start even in the most severe frost. Not to say that from a half turn, but it still starts. People who have the desire and capabilities pay extra for Webasto equipment and generally lose any problems associated with this topic.

Some motorists say that the low stance and long base of the car are inconvenient. With unclean roads in winter, it can be difficult to drive without scratching the bottom. However, thanks to the manual transmission mode (or "mechanics"), the weight of the car and the front-wheel drive, the possibility of getting stuck is minimized.

Even in winter, electronic stabilization systems and ABS help a lot. Useful functions, especially on our roads.

In general, the car behaves well in the cold season. The owners of the "Passat B6" in the reviews recommend checking the battery before the start of the frost, and it is better to put a new one, preferably with the maximum starting current. And the fuel filter needs to be changed before winter. Owners of diesel versions are better off shelling out for Webasto, because without a pre-heater, the engine starts for a long time, reluctantly. And only under load. Analog - electric heater ("hair dryer").

Equipment

In the reviews about the "Passat B6" you can read a lot about the configuration of this car. As mentioned earlier, the car is comfortable, and this is also reflected in the availability of various kinds of electronics and functions. So, here's what is included in the list of basic equipment:

• LED taillights and halogen headlights.
• Body-colored side mirrors with electric heating and turn signal repeaters.
• Leather braided steering wheel.
• Tachometer.
• Adjustable steering column.
• Multifunctional color display.
• Height-adjustable front seats.
• Front dividing armrest.
• Seat back pockets, floor mats.
• Power driver's seat.
• CZ and remote control key.
• Front and rear power windows.
• Cooled glove box and bottle holders in the doors.
• Airbags (driver, passenger, side, head).
• ISOFIX mount.
• Three-point seat belts with clips and pretensioners.
• Electronic safety and motion control systems (ABS, ESP, TSC, cruise control, etc.).
• Air conditioning, cabin filter, radio RCD-310, 8 speakers.

And this impressive list is not a complete list of what is in the car. There is also a self-dimming mirror, rain sensors, reading lamps, an immobilizer. There is even a 12-volt outlet in the Passat B6 - one in the trunk and another in the back of the center console.

And in cars with the maximum configuration there is literally everything - a rear armrest, side airbags, sports seats, leather interior and many other pleasant options.

Disadvantages and features

Every car has them. Here are the nuances that the owners of the B6 model pay attention to:

• Mirrors. They could have been made larger. Some claim that it was because of the small mirrors that there were moments when an accident was threatened. In general, they do not correspond to the level of the car at all.
• Front side windows. Mud throws them all the time. The mudguards fail.
• Heated windshield. In general, the presence of this function should be a plus. Yes, on "B8", where the film is heated, it is. But on "B6", where you can see a whole scattering of threads, blinding in bad weather and at night from oncoming headlights, - a minus.
• Front struts. Too thick. Because of them, sometimes pedestrians are not really visible.
• Trunk and door locks. Bleeding off pressure is a big problem in this car. It is not easy to push and close. You need to make an effort.
• Blue backlight. For an amateur. Many people say that it spoils the ideal devices, from which the readings would be excellent, were it not for it.
• Automatic transmission. It has both significant advantages and unpleasant nuances. One, to be precise. By default, it saves fuel to the maximum. To make her stop doing this, you have to press the gas pedal for a long time and with effort. Or to wield its additional features manually.
• Banks. There are turns. The steering is chic, but the suspension isn't soft enough. As a result, there is a dissonance in sensations.

But the main feature that each version of the Passat B6 (station wagon and sedan) has is the demand for quality of service. The car is really very complex. And it is for people who know where to serve it and who to entrust to do it.

Owner experience and value

Finally, about this. If you study the reviews left about the Passat B6 in detail, you will notice a paradox. Everyone says that this is a reliable, comfortable, fast and dynamic car, which is a pleasure to drive. But ... they do not recommend buying it. Rather, like this: before purchasing it is advised to look into the price list and familiarize yourself with the cost of spare parts.

The car itself is inexpensive, but maintenance costs a lot. By purchasing "B6", there is a risk to "tie" yourself to the official representatives of VW. Because in the event of a breakdown or a serious defect, in someone's garage or even in a specialized service, it will be difficult to fix it. A simple inspection alone, according to the owners of the "Passat", costs about five to six thousand rubles.

But if this nuance does not scare you, then you can take it. The best model is with a turbine. Pick-up from the bottom, instant acceleration - an indescribable driving experience! True, constant active driving can significantly increase fuel and oil consumption. Lovers of high speeds often have to change: 1000 kilometers \u003d half a liter of oil.

But even without a set of high speeds, the car behaves dynamically. If you need to rebuild or join the stream, then there will be no problems with this. And on the track, overtaking loaded trucks goes with an impressive margin.

What about the price? As mentioned earlier, "B6" has not been produced for 7 years. But then there are tons of ads for the sale of used versions.

So, for example, a 2010 model with a 1.8-liter 152-horsepower engine and an “automatic” in an average configuration will cost about 450-500 thousand rubles. The mileage will be about 120,000 km.

Prices for models of earlier years of release start at 250,000 rubles. When buying, it is important to look at the condition of the car. In general, it is better to pay attention to more expensive models. It is advisable to overpay for quality even at the acquisition stage, than then invest impressive sums in correcting deficiencies that were not identified during the inspection of the car.

The Volkswagen Passat B6 station wagon is available in the Comfortline, Sportline, Trendline and Highline trim levels. The car also included additional equipment packages, including the sporty R-Line. Among the features of the richest equipment options, one can note the presence of adaptive bi-xenon headlights, heated windshield, keyless entry and factory systems, dual-zone climate control, a DVD navigation system, a ten-channel Dynaudio Hi-Fi audio system with 600 V power, hands- free bluetooth. Expensive configurations also differ in polished aluminum inserts, more comfortable front seats with full electric filling, including position memory, massage, ventilation, heating. The sloping roof of the Passat B6 slightly reduces the convenience of landing in the rear row, but there is more than enough legroom and overhead space for passengers. For their convenience - a functional center armrest with a storage compartment, sun blinds for the rear and side windows.

The Volkswagen Passat B6 engine range is inferior to the previous generation, but still looks quite diverse. The simplest option - a 1.6-liter engine - is characterized by high reliability, but clearly insufficient power for confident overtaking on the track. Therefore, from the inexpensive options, the buyer can opt for the 1.4 TSI turbo engine, which features high torque in a wide rpm range and low fuel consumption. As the power and the number of cylinders of gasoline engines increase, the fuel consumption also increases, reaching 14.1 l / 100 km in the 250-horsepower V6 in the urban cycle. An interesting alternative is the 1.9- and 2.0-liter TDI - their power and impressive torque will be enough for everyday driving at maximum load, and for dynamic driving. The choice of transmission Passat B6 assumes different options: manual (5 - and 6-speed), automatic 6-speed or "fast" DSG (6 - and 7-speed).

The front suspension of the Passat B6 station wagon is independent, of the MacPherson type, with aluminum transverse levers and an anti-roll bar. Rear - independent multi-link with stabilizer. The brakes are disc, front ventilated. Thanks to the long base and layout, the luggage compartment has a decent volume of 565 liters. If necessary, the back of the back sofa can be folded in whole or in parts, which will allow you to transport items up to 197 cm in length. The most practical in this regard is the station wagon. In addition to front-wheel drive, there are modifications with rear-wheel drive plug-in using a Haldex multi-plate clutch.

The high degree of safety of the Passat B6 is proved by an excellent result in the Euro NCAP crash test, where the car received five out of five stars. This result is achieved thanks to the body structure with programmable deformation zones designed to absorb the impact energy, as well as the presence of front airbags (passenger with a deactivation function) and side airbags. In addition, the equipment includes anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic stability control system (ESP), traction control (TCS), ISOFIX mountings. It can be noted the presence of parking sensors, tire pressure monitoring systems, cruise control. The function of drying the brakes after driving through water forces the pads to be pressed against the disc for a short time, which contributes to additional safety.

Passat B6 is considered one of the leaders in the used car market. A total of 1.7 million copies of this generation were sold. When choosing a used Passat B6, it is worth remembering that the high manufacturability of cars in this series also has a downside - a decrease in reliability. Of the gasoline engines, the 1.6-liter MPI seems to be the least problematic. The most stringent approach should be to the choice of engines with a combination of direct injection and turbocharging (TFSI), as well as with a DSG transmission. At the same time, powerful gasoline versions are often distinguished by a favorable price - this has become commonplace against the backdrop of expensive insurance. Of the diesel engines, the two-liter TDI with a common rail system, produced since 2008, are considered the most reliable.

Volkswagen Passat B6 is not sold in the showrooms of authorized Volkswagen dealers.

Specifications Volkswagen Passat B6

Volkswagen Passat B6 modifications

Volkswagen Passat B6 1.4 TSI MT

Volkswagen Passat B6 1.4 TSI DSG

Volkswagen Passat B6 1.6 MT

Volkswagen Passat B6 1.8 TSI MT 152 Hp

Volkswagen Passat B6 1.8 TSI DSG 152 Hp

Volkswagen Passat B6 1.8 TSI MT 160 Hp

Volkswagen Passat B6 1.8 TSI DSG 160 Hp

Volkswagen Passat B6 1.9 TDI MT

Volkswagen Passat B6 2.0 FSI MT

Volkswagen Passat B6 2.0 FSI DSG

Volkswagen Passat B6 2.0 FSI 4Motion MT

Volkswagen Passat B6 2.0 TSI DSG

Volkswagen Passat B6 2.0 TDI MT

Volkswagen Passat B6 2.0 TDI DSG

Volkswagen Passat B6 3.2 4Motion DSG

Classmates Volkswagen Passat B6 for the price

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Volkswagen Passat B6 owner reviews

Volkswagen Passat B6, 2005

The car was bought from an authorized dealer, I don't remember the prices, and everything changed a long time ago, before the default. I have not been in accidents, I scratched, of course, tinted in a circle. But there were two very unpleasant moments during operation. At 25 degrees Celsius, I had to take my daughter to school, about 6 km, started a Volkswagen Passat B6 and was surprised - the tachometer speed did not come out to warm up and the engine worked like in the summer, about 700 rpm, put my daughter down and just got under way I felt the smell of burning wiring in the cabin decided not to jam and take his daughter to school. We were late. Then he didn’t jam and came straight home to the parking lot. I realized that the starter was "finished." I muffled and called a tow truck, went over how much I gave - I don't remember either, but the breakdown broke all plans, to work on foot, after the child on foot, the service said that the relay was stuck, native spare parts for the Volkswagen Passat B6 are also not cheap, to order, model new was. Not in operation for a year, dealers refused to change under warranty, such as Moscow frosts and all that. In the second year of operation, the Volkswagen Passat B6 made a noise in the front of the engine, in the place of the generator. I went to the diagnostics, they "sentenced" the air conditioner compressor, opened it, the whole cavity was in the sinks, again, not an insured event, like I went without freon, in short, there was no point in "butting" with them, I took a contract compressor and decided to sell the car, too " raw ", in my opinion. And so, in general, for fans of "Germans", the appearance of the Volkswagen Passat B6, I like it. Chassis "explosive", our roads are not "swallowed", the ground clearance is low, punched several times hard, especially on the Tula highway. The salon is decently sewn together, the assembly is also good, there are also few complaints about handling, the devices are readable, only the red backlighting acts on the eyes. Safety at a height - a bunch of pillows, curtains. The music is good, but only CD, the machine is not for everybody.

Dignity : beautiful. Large salon. Good handling.

disadvantages : low ground clearance. Expensive spare parts. Chassis settings for Bavarian roads.

Arthur, Lyubertsy

Volkswagen Passat B6, 2008

Owned Volkswagen Passat B6 2FSI 6АКП, not DSG, 5 years. Mileage 133 thousand km. What can I say - dynamics, handling, steering angle when turning, swivel xenon. A very useful "auto hold" function, you do not need to keep your foot on the brake when stopping, for example, uphill at a traffic light. The quality of the finishing materials in the Volkswagen Passat B6 is at the best level, the "Japanese" are clearly inferior, went to all, with exceptions. I think the Passat is the best in its class for its money. But not everything is as good as it seems. In severe frosts (-25) "Passat" refused to start. What I just didn’t do. I had to put it in a brick garage, the problem went away, but for this the car is a big minus. 2-2.5 years of ownership did not break anything, only scheduled maintenance. The salon is really big, the trunk is huge, from time to time there were "crickets" in the front panel, especially in winter. Then there was some kind of whistle under the hood, there was no cold one, it turned out that there was a membrane on the valve cover, not separately, only assembled. Burned out xenon on the right headlight. To change, you need to remove the headlight. The engine and gearbox of the Volkswagen Passat B6 worked perfectly, in the chassis I changed all the silent blocks of all levers, all the CV joints, the front stabilizer rods, the rear wheel bearing only assembled, I buy German spare parts, but not the original. Now the belt is peaking, as if I’m not fastened, I have to not fasten, because the beeping does not disappear. I put it up for sale and sold it (cheaper). On a good track, I accelerated the Volkswagen Passat B6 to 215 km / h. I think that this is not the limit. Holds the road perfectly, the brakes are just ideal, accelerate faster on tiptronic, only you don't need to switch, it switches itself when necessary. Check how it starts in cold weather, or buy a 1.8 turbo, there are no problems with this, but it eats oil, unlike a 2-liter one.

Dignity : high tech. Controllability. Dynamics.

disadvantages : a damp engine is not for our frosts. Weak automatic transmission.

Alexander, Moscow

Volkswagen Passat B6, 2006

The previous car was a 2000 Ford Mondeo, 2.5 V6 170 hp. Manual transmission, traveled about 80 thousand on it and sold 220,000 km with mileage. I decided to upgrade, took the Volkswagen Passat B6 trade wind, I really liked it externally, in Minsk then there were not so many of them, or rather a lot, but not like now. I fundamentally do not perceive a diesel engine, and the "gasoline" for an affordable amount was only atmospheric from Europe with twisted runs. I liked the car right away, when I sat down, I felt that it was mine, everything was convenient, everything was at hand, everything was right, it was going fast, the consumption was sane - 7 liters on the highway. If you do not travel more than 100, and 11-12 liters in the city, in winter in the city you will have a liter and a half more. The car is perfect in handling, the steering wheel is very sharp and informative, the Volkswagen Passat B6 holds the road well, you can drive along the 160 km / h highway without straining, there are no problems with overtaking, the machine is very fast, it immediately drops gear, if there is not enough traction, overtaking for pleasure. After the mechanics for a long time I could not get used to the automatic, yet it is not ideal, you can feel the switchings and blur the sharpness of the transmission of dynamics. In short, for more than two years I haven’t gotten used to it, the next car I’ll take is basically a “pen”, and it’s boring on the machine - there are not so many traffic jams in Minsk, so the machine is not so relevant. The soundproofing of the cabin is decent, but I can't call it ideal, at the level of the same "Mondeo", the suspension is the same, rather stiff enough and a little explosive, the "disease" is a rattling steering rack, I changed the stabilizer rods and the boot of the outer CV joint twice, nothing else in the car did not break, changed only "consumables".

Dignity : beautiful car. Good overview. Comfortable fit. Quite comfortable long-distance ride, the back does not get tired.

disadvantages : a lot of crickets and squeaks in the cabin. Harsh suspension coupled with a rattling steering rack.

Roman, Minsk