The fourth generation of Volkswagen Passat received the B5 index. The car was going to Germany, as well as in Slovakia and even China. Note that the Passats collected in China are intended exclusively for the domestic market. You can find out where the car is assembled by 11 symbol of the VIN code: the letter "E" indicates the city of Emden, D - tells about the assembly in Bratislava, and the figure 8 suggests that the car was collected in Dresden. The first generation of Volkswagen Passat saw the world in 1973, it is interesting, but the first-generation machines were produced in the Ketchback body, the sedan became available only with the advent of the second generation of the Passat in 1980.
The third generation called B3 entered the market in 1988, it was this car that received wide fame and popularity in the CIS, the car formed the image of the Passat as reliable and simple in the repair of the car. In 1993, a third generation of the Passat was updated, sometimes the updated B3 is called the fourth, but in fact it is restyling B3. In the 1996th, the assembly of Passat B5 began. Volkswagen Passat B5 is created on the AUDI A4 B5 platform, which causes the high manufacturability of the car. The assembly of the Sedan Passat was minimized in 2005, the universal in the B5 body was produced another year. In this review, we consider Passat B5.

Body and appearance:

Volkswagen Passat B3 became the first car brand with galvanized body, thanks to double-sided galvanized, the manufacturer gave a guarantee from through corrosion For 12 years, that twice the warranty on the body. Judging by appearance Passsatsov driving on our roads and reviews of owners - Body is actually strong side this car. When creating B5, much attention was paid to the arodnamics and body streams, the frontal resistance coefficient of Volkswagen Passat B5 is 0.27. For comparison, the windshield coefficient of Chevrolet Corvette C6 is 0.29.


The car was produced in two types of body: sedan, on the internal corporate classification of Volkswagen - Limousine and the wagon, which was indicated as Variant. In comparison with the previous trade in, B5 has become longer than 10 cm, the width has increased on 3 cm and the wheelbase has increased by 7cm. After the modernization of the 2001, the river was expanded on 17mm, the front Sve became longer by 15mm, and the rear on 13mm. According to the folkswagents themselves, the restyling car received 2315 new spare parts. The updated B5 is called GP, or B5 +. After restyling 2001, the car received a new radiator grille, new front and rear bumpers, new optics and front wings. In China, a long-base modification was produced, which is 10cm longer than ordinary Passat, in Europe, the role of the elongated sedan performed. The length of the elongated version of Passat is only slightly inferior to dimensions. Machines brought from the USA It is not difficult to distinguish with additional overall firesWhat is embedded in the bumper, as well as on the back niche under the square mold sign. The most powerful modification Volkswagen Passat. With W8 engine, you can distinguish cast discs With Tires dimension 225/45 R17, W8 4Motion nameplate on the trunk lid (so Volkswagens denote their all-wheel drive), as well as by four chromi-wing nozzles exhaust system. Less powerful Volkswagenes are shoved in the tires with dimension of 195/65 R15 and 205/55 R16. External differences before and after restyling Volkswagen you can detect in the photo, the top photo - to restyling, the bottom photo after restyling 2001.

Salon and equipment:

At one time, Volkswagen Passat B5 possessed the most spacious interior in the classroom. Finish the materials are soft and in quality are superior to the trim of new Korean cars of the golf class. Many Passat was equipped with an automatic gearbox with manual mode, in order to enable increased gear, the lever from themselves should be pulled out, the gearbox lever should be pulled to the reduced. Volkswagen steering column already in base modification Adjusted in both directions: and by departure and on the angle of inclination. Machines designed for Europe and the CIS were offered in the following settings: Basis, Trendline, ComfortLine and Highline. American cars There were other designation of the packages: GL, GLS and the most expensive - GLX. The standard equipment of Volkswagen includes two airbags, belts with pretensioners, power steering, electric drive front glasses and side mirrors, central locking and air conditioning. As addition to the equipment for Passat B5, the first owner could choose climate control, navigation system, leather interior, six airbags, electrically regulated front seats equipped with memory memory. To the left of the steering wheel, a niche is present in the front panel, which is very convenient for documents. The weak point of Passat is the control unit located under the front seat. This block is responsible for the operation of the alarm, electric drives, the lighting devices of the cabin, etc. In winter, snow from the soles of the shoes is thawing, and the water does not rarely flow to the control unit. In 2000, a heated front seats and heated washer nozzles entered the basic equipment of Passat windshield. After restyling, the hand brake lever was moved closer to the driver - it made it possible to free the place for two cup holders. Also, the postwall Volkswagen Passat can be found on the devices with silver edging. Rear, even for a high person, there will be plenty of place. Compared to the previous generation, the Passat B5 sedan trunk decreased by 20 liters, the sedan trunk accommodates 470 liters, the sofa backs can be folded. The wagon is more capacious, the trunk of the "vans" accommodates 495 liters, and with a folded second row of seats, the volume increases to 1600 liters.

Specifications Volkswagen Passat B5

Package of bad roads, which was equipped with a Volkswagen Passat B5 sold new in the CIS Includes: more rigid springs and shock absorbers, details increase data ground clearance (clearance) by 30mm. Volkswagen Passat sold new in the CIS was prepared for riding at 92 - Ohm gasoline. The electronic stabilization system was available as an option, but it was installed on the W8 modification.

Least powerful gasoline engine From those that were proposed for the Passat, is a four-cylinder 1.6 with an eight-glove head of the block, with a capacity of 101 horsepower. Atmospheric gasoline 1.8 is equipped with five valves on the cylinder and develops 125 horse power. 1.8 liter engine could be equipped with turbocharged, turbogue power - 150 horsepower (170 after updating). There are two-liter modifications, the engine 2.0 with two valves per cylinder produces 115l.s, and a more modern motor of the same volume, but with five valves on the cylinder develops power in 130l.s. The VR5 modification had a 2.3 liter engine, it is noteworthy that this is a five-cylinder motor and this is the only engine B5B engine with a chain drive of the gas distribution mechanism. Until 2003, the most powerful Passat was VR6 with a 2.8 liter V6 engine (this unit is known for). The corner of cylinders in the V-shaped block - 15 degrees, power V6 2.8 - 193l.s. V6 2.8 allows you to dial a hundred kilometers per hour after 7.6c after start. The most powerful in the entire line of engines Passat B5 is the W8 of 4.0 liters in 2003 and a capacity of 275 horsepower. Passat with eight cylinders under the hood is always equipped with fully drive and automatic transmission.

Diesel units enjoyed traditionally high demand in Europe. Diesel engine 1.9 liters at the beginning was available in three modifications with capacity: 90, 100 and 110 horsepower, but after installation in 1999 new system Injection COMMON RAIL., Diesel power 1.9 increased to 110, 115 and 130 horsepower, respectively. The most powerful six-cylinder diesel 2.5 is considered not the most reliable, experts advise to abandon this power plant. In 2004, a year before removal from production, the installation of a new Diesel 2.0TDI with a capacity of 136 horsepower was started.

As transmissions for Volkswagen Passat, five and six speed mechanics are available, as well as four and five-speed automatic. All engines, in addition to the base 1.6, 101 power could be shrinking with a machine gun. We also note that a five-speed Tiptronic machine for Volkswagen developed Porsche.

Grip on the Passat with mechanical box The gear lives 200 000 km (with normal, not sporting ride).

Replacing the timing belt should be carried out no later than when running 120,000, it makes sense to immediately change the compound of the cooling system. On the power units 1.8t, as well as the V6, in time, fails with individual ignition coils, it is logical to assume that the replacement of six coils on V6 will cost more than the replacement of four to 1.8t. On the data of the engines, the loss of tightness of the gasket of the mechanism of the gas consideration phase change is noticed. When running over 150,000, the electrohydrhateer of the phase change mechanism is beaten. As with the Audi A6 C5, the V6 engines are observed the leakage of oil from under valve cover And their forelock of the crankshaft. Petrol 2.0 is very demanding of oil quality. This can also be said about turbodiesels, as well as about gasoline turbocharging 1.8t. In turboades, poor-quality oil leads to the clocking of the oil worker, as well as the turbine oil pipe. Checking the nozzle for cleanliness should be carried out when running in 30 000km. In turbodiesels, poor-quality oil can also lead to the defect of the camshaft and the failure of the pump nozzles. Replace air filter In Turbodiesels, it should be running at 10,000-15,000, on gasoline Volkswagen this operation can be carried out at 20,000 mileage, but better before. 60 000 - 80,000 front hydrophopore engine Volkswagen. Uneven work power aggregate At idle can be caused by clogging throttle valveLacquiferous deposits are formed on the case. There are cases when antifreeze ran out of a water pump shaft seal.

The front-wheel drive modifications of the Passat are equipped with a rear semi-dependent suspension, beam, it does not provide excellent rolling properties, but it is reliable, but the 4Motion all-wheel drive modifications have completely independent suspension. According to experts, it is the independent suspension that is weak place Volkswagen.

Pay attention technical characteristics Volkswagen Pasat B5 with 1.8T engine, front-wheel drive and five-speed Tiptronic machine.

Specifications:

Engine: 1.8T gasoline

Volume: 1781Cub

Power: 170l.s.

Torque: 210n.m

Number of valves: 20V (five valves per cylinder)

Operational indicators:

Acceleration 0 - 100km: 10.5c (9.2- mechanics)

Maximum speed: 215km (221 - Mechanics)

Middle fuel consumption: 10l

Capacity fuel tank: 62l.

Dimensions: 4670mm * 1740mm * 1460mm

Wheel base: 2700mm

Curb Mass: 1280kg

Road clearance / clearance: 124mm (+ 30mm package bad road)

Volkswagen Passat with mechanical and automatic gearbox They have a different main pair, on machines with a machine gun GP - 3.7, and on the mechanics the main steam is longer - 3.09.

Volkswagen Passat B5 price

Today to buy a well-kept Volkswagen Passat B5 can be 10,000 - $ 17,000. The price of the used PASAT is not as much dependent on the engine and equipping, the main role in pricing is played technical condition cars.

Fifth generation Volkswagen. Passat with the factory designation B5 saw the light in 1996, his appearance was opened a new milestone in the history of the model - it became much more technological and for his status closely approached the machines of higher classes. In 1997, "Passats" appeared with all the leading wheels, and in the 2000th car underwent planned modernization, which resulted in which the B5.5 (or B5 +) index was received. "Fifth Volkswagen Passat" marked the transition to the new design style of the brand, which was demonstrated on the conceptual model of Concept One. You can describe the car like this is a major representative of a D-class having a somewhat controversial view. "Passat" has a low and streamlined silhouette, which "facial" part and feed are crowned with optical modest sizes, which looks somewhat uncharacteristic.

Body characteristics

The body of the machine is completely galvanized, the presence of traces of rust is a sign of unskilled restoration of the car victim in an accident. The German concern gave a 12-year warranty on the body, which means that resistance to corrosion at height. However, it is traditionally for German cars.

And what inside

Salon of the 5th generation trade wind, including the instrument panel, covers, and everything with which the passengers directly have contact inside, is made so good and qualitatively that the driver sometimes arises a feeling as if his car is above class. The gaps between the panels are minimal, the finish under the tree looks high quality, solid and expensive, and in the honeycomb, the resumes of the options. Due to the ratio of the Quality Interior and big selection Additionally, Passat equipment is beneficial to the competitors.

• Volkswagen Passat B5 will be available in three configurations: Trendline, ComfortLine and Highline.

In the basic version of the Passat in 5 there were only 2 pillows, ABS, steering column adjustment, power steering, central locking and electropacles (mirrors and front windows). Number of options I. additional equipment Just huge: xenon, rain and light sensors, various radio tape recorders, air conditioning or climate control, heating steering wheel and armchairs, leather interior, hatch and other attributes of an expensive car.

Technical features

B5 over time became a real cult, many call him the "last real Volkswagen", implying under this that he fully meets the concept of "German quality". The owners were delighted with the quality of the materials of the interior trim, manageability and engine work, while considering the fifth Passat of reliability reference. However, without complaints, it was still not cost, and, first of all, they concerned the chassis: the suspension would not live in bad roads and demanded a regular revision.

Gasoline engines are reliable (only a problem with uneven work on the idling And the failure of water pumps), but 1.9-liter turbodiesel does not boast of durability during rigid operation. Among his sores, the turbine and tensioning roller, due to the fault of which rivest belt Timing that leads to overhaul or replace the engine. 1.8-liter gasoline aggregates (including the turbocharged version), in turn, are known to large (up to 1.5 liters per 1000 km) oil consumption during runs of more than 250 thousand km.

Top 4.0-liter mechanics do not consider the best choice When buying a used B5: it is comprehensive in repair, and it may need to be needed only after refueling by poor-quality gasoline.

As for the corrosion resistance of the body, it is extremely high - it is rotting and rust only those Patos of the fifth generation, which visited serious accidents.

In general, in responses to Passat V, experts agree with the owners of these machines: it is really very reliable car, problems with which begin, for the most part, only from the mark of 300 thousand km.

Technical Specifications Volkswagen Passat B5 1.6 MT 1997 - 2000

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Engine

Transmission

Performance indicators

Diesel engines

Possible problems and malfunctions Volkswagen Passat B5 bu

This category can be attributed to uneven operation of the motor at idle. This error is easily treated, the reason most often lies in clogging the throttle. Quite often (every 45-50 thousand kilometers) fails with water fuel pump (pump), due to not high-quality toosol, which corps the pump glance. Most. problem Most The turbocharged 1.8-liter motor is a turbine, to extend the term of its life, be sure to make the engine at idle turns 1-2 minutes before driving the motor.

As for diesel engines, many diseases petrol engines They are not characteristic of them, but without trouble do not do. 1.9-liter turbo diesel engines are often spoiled to high revolutions (contraindicated with diesel) during acceleration, and this leads to a more quick wear of the cylinder-piston group (CPG), but still, subject to competent service, 400,000 km will pass without any problems.
To sores diesel engines Mechanics range rapid wear of the turbine, due to disruption of lubricant and failure of the coolant temperature sensor. Often gradually goes antifreeze, refuses the supervision valve and falls compression due to valve projections. A very serious problem can be a break tensioner rollerwhich leads to the belt cliff and the collision of the valves with pistons, and this guarantees large cash investments.
The pumps-nozzles have established themselves very reliable, yet in repair quite costly. Replacement is the terrible quality of domestic diesel fuel with high sulfur and paraffins.

Advertise gearboxes are reliable, but provided timely replacement Oil and maintenance.

• From the factory cars were completed with a five-speed mechanic, to which 6-speed was added after restyling. There are no complaints about both boxes, only replacing the clutch disk at the turn of 200,000 km. Over time, a slight backlash appears when gear shifts, but it does not create problems.
• About automatic box Transmissions. Until 1999, a 4-step automaton was installed on Passat B5, in the future it was replaced by a transmission with 5 stages and a manual Tiptronic function. In general, the automatic boxes are very reliable and do not bother the owners, but all this is true only under the condition of timely qualified service. Oil replacement is recommended every 60,000 kilometers.

Safety

Passat B5 does not apply to the number of the most safe cars: In 1997, he earned only three "stars" out of five according to the results of EURONCAP crash tests. Moreover, with lateral blow, the mannequins were injured less than with frontal. As for the safety of pedestrians, in this discipline, the fifth Passat could not meet even in the minimum requirements of Euroncap.

In 1999, the Chinese department of Volkswagen presented the extended version of the Fifth Passat, which was later renamed and launched into production in Europe as Skoda Superb.

In the suspension B5 seven times the changes were made to strengthen it, however chassis The headache remained the headache of the Owners of the Pattochmalls of the Fifth Generation.

In 2005, the British Top Gear magazine called Passat B5 one of the worst family cars, worse than the journalists, were only FIAT MAREA and ROVER 45.

Competitors

The main competitors of the Fifth Passat are Opel Vectra., Citroen C5, PEUGEOT 406 and Ford Mondeo. The third generation, that is, the most popular cars from the category of medium-sized family machines. All of them offered approximately the same level of comfort and equipped, were quite reliable, so you can call the unambiguous leader from this top five in Russia, where the fifth Passat confidently bypassed all its competitors.

Prices for spare parts for Volkswagen Passat B5 with mileage

Although the creators and position the car as folk, the prices for auto parts are often not democratic. But this should be expected, since the car is quite complicated in technical terms. For example, partition details, various sensors responsible for operation and engine control, fuses may be unpleasant to surprise their cost. It consotes only that the Passat bu is a very common car, so there will be no problems with original spare parts. In the worst case, there is an opportunity to buy a BU Detail on disassembly, and this applies not only to such frequently required parts as a hood and bumper, but also a technical filling. Also in online stores you can order original and not original stocks for Volkswagen Passat B5. Another plus - the car is familiar to the masters, so there are usually no problems with quality repairs.

Figures and awards

The Passat of the fifth generation was over the profile press, only for two years (1998 and 1999) received four awards at once. He became the best family machine»According to USED CAR Buyer, Auto Express and Which Magazine, as well as the" best medium-sized car "according to what car?

In 2000 and 2001, B5 became more than twice the "best married machine" (Auto Express), and also earned the title " Diesel car of the year "(Diesel Car) and" Used Car Buyer and Auto Express).

For nine years, 485,797 B5 trade winds were produced for the markets of Canada and the United States.

Volkswagen Passat B5 Test Drive and Overview. Passat B5.

The fifth generation of Volkswagen Passat with the factory designation B5 saw the light in 1996, his emergence of the car opened a new milestone in the history of the model - it became much more technological and in its status closely approached the machines of higher classes. In 1997, "Passats" appeared with all the leading wheels, and in the 2000th car underwent planned modernization, which resulted in which the B5.5 (or B5 +) index was received.

"Fifth Volkswagen Passat" marked the transition to the new design style of the brand, which was demonstrated on the conceptual model of Concept One. You can describe the car like this is a major representative of a D-class having a somewhat controversial view. "Passat" has a low and streamlined silhouette, which "facial" part and feed are crowned with optical modest sizes, which looks somewhat uncharacteristic.

This "German" was offered in two body modifications - sedan and station wagon (Variant). In length, the car stretched out at 4669-4704 mm, its width does not exceed 1740 mm, and height has 1460-1499 mm. The distance between the axes is consistently in all cases - 2703 mm, but the clearance varies from 110 to 124 mm.

Interior Volkswagen Passat B5 monumental and "Porodinist" in appearance. The instrument panel is represented by two large dials, between which the information display of the route computer was settled. Steering wheel endowed with a 3-spoke design with a large brand emblem, and the massive center console sheltered the climate control unit, the radio and the auxiliary buttons.

Interior decoration german D-model Finished with high-quality materials, namely with pleasant and soft plastics, decorative inserts under the tree and the good skin, into which the seats are closed.

In front of the "fifth" VW Passat installed wide armchairs with an optimal profile and decent ranges of adjustments that will be comfortable for sedals of any physique. The rear sofa with soft filling provides a sufficient stock of space for three passengers on all fronts.

The luggage compartment of the three-shaping "Passat B5" is designed to transport 475 liters of the boosted, with a folded back of the second row of seats - 745 liters. The container of the "TRYMA" of the cargo-passenger model includes 495 liters, and its maximum features are fixed at 1200 liters.

Specifications. Under the hood of Volkswagen Passat fifth generation, one of the six gasoline engines can be found.
The Quarter gamma consists of atmospheric and turbocharged motors with a volume of 1.6-2.0 liters, which generate from 101 to 150 horsepower and from 140 to 220 Nm of rotating traction. It was proposed for a car and a V-shaped five-cylinder unit by 2.3 liters, the potential of which he has 150 "horses" and 205 nm of the maximum moment. A 2.8-liter variant V6 is assigned to the "top-end", peak-developing power forces and 290 nm of torque.
A four-cylinder diesel turbow motor with a volume of 1.9 liters, depending on the level of forsing, issues 90-115 horsepower and 210-285 Newton-meters. There was a 2.5-liter V-shaped "six" with a capacity of 150 "mares" and 310 nm of torque.
The engines with a 5-or-6-digit MCP and a 5-speed ACP, by default, the car was completed with a front-wheel drive transmission, the total drive technology is available optionally available. Depending on the modification, to the first 100 km / h, the Passat of the fifth generation rushes for 7.6-15 seconds, and the possible speed is recorded by 177-238 km / h.

The Volkswagen Passat B5 is based on the "trolley" PL45 with the longitudinal base of the force aggregate. The front suspension is represented by a double-handed construction, a semi-independent scheme with a torsion beam on the front-wheel drive machines and an independent "multi-lock" with a full drive. IN steering system The control system is implanted, and the brake package consists of fully disc brakes (in front - with ventilation).

Owners characterize him as a pretty car with roomingly salon and reliable designwhose maintenance is in an adequate amount. In addition, VW Passat B5 has a huge "hold" for boosted, acceptable fuel consumption, high-quality sound insulation and good finishing materials.
The overall picture spoil tough for russian roads Suspension, "capricious" electronics, modest lumen to the roadbed.

Prices. On the secondary market Russia "Passat" of the fifth generation in 2015 can be found at a price of 180,000 to 300,000 rubles.

Special sensation for adherents Volkswagen was 1996. During this period, the light saw the fifth generation of this car brand with a body of a sedan, which had a factory labeling B5. Car opened new stage In the history of the line. With the release of modern generation, the German manufacturer decided to get closer to the category vehicle luxury class.

Volkswagen Passat. B. 5 became more technological, as well as in its status approached prestigious machines. To ensure a solid level of technical performance by the main parameters of the steel:

• powerful engines;
• excellent handling;
• comfortable salon;
• solid interior and exterior;
• high level of reliability.

Audio AU4 autocar was used as a platform for the creation of fifth generation. From it, anterior aluminum suspension was borrowed from him, as well as the location of the power units of the longitudinal type. Body new model german car Provided an excellent level of safety and low aerodynamic resistance.

Next year, the Passat expected modernization. In 1997, the car was released with all the leading wheels, and in 2000 Volkswagen subjected to planned restyling. The main task of modernization was an increase in engine power and improving environmental characteristics.

This Passat model marked the transition to a new design solution. It has been demonstrated on a special form of Concept One. A new generation of Volkswagen can be described as a large luxury representative, which looks somewhat controversial. This is due in particular by the streamlined Abris low level With the optics of small dimensions on the front and stern. It is because of this that the car has an uncharacteristic appearance.

Initially, B5 was offered in two body variations. The first one was sedan, and the second is a wagon. The main parameters of the model:

• length - 4669-4704 mm;
• scale in width -<1740 мм;
• height - 1460-1499 mm;
• the distance from the ground to the bottom of the car - 110-124 mm.

Regarding the interior, it is worth noting its solidity and representativeness. The instrument panel is equipped with two large dials. Between them is the information display of the route computer. The steering wheel has a rehenspiest design, as well as the brand emblem.

The interior decoration of the German representative is made of high-quality materials, including:

• plastic;
• decorative inserts;
• leather.

Car chairs have a wide profile and a decent adjustment range. They are perfect for people of any physique. Luggage compartment AT 5 Designed for the transportation of baggage 475 liters. If you fold the back back - 745 liters.

Equipment of the model

The fifth generation car has a rich basic bundle. Most experts questioned a strict salon model, which is not distinguished by designer solutions. However, the classic combined with the quality of performance, as well as practicality accounted for many. In addition, the ergonomics and noise insulation of Volkswagen did not doubt.

The car is distinguished by considerable capacity, which allows you not to feel cramped while in it. Nevertheless, the owners of this model mark several flaws. First of all, it is not the corresponding sizes of the rearview mirrors. Many indicate that the limited view in the fifth generation models causes some inconvenience. In addition, the disadvantages include the problems with the central castle (found only in modifications - a universal) and insufficient heating of the chairs.

but It is worth noting a modified suspension and modern electronic devices . Basic equipment B5 consists of:

• 4 airbags;
• electropares;
• climate control;
• tinted windows;
• adjustable driver's seat.

In addition to the basic, three more variations in the choice of ComfortLine, Trendline and Highline are offered.

Power units

The line of fifth generation engines has always been proud of this brand. Volkswagen Passat B5 was equipped with both diesel and gasoline force aggregates. The most popular are considered:

In addition, the manufacturer offers three transitions of the gearbox: five- and six-speed mechanical type, as well as automatic. The fifth generation is significantly different from the previous one. Good model handling, according to experts, achieved due to the multifunctional front suspension.

The appearance of the B5 model is solid and dynamic. The round shape of the rear lamps complements the sports form of the car. The cabin is equipped with a variety of decorative panels "under the tree", as well as details of leather and chrome steel.

SPECIFICATIONS Passat B5

The fifth generation of Volkswagen and today is a popular model. Even despite the significant age of the car remains in demand and now. Before this model, the Passat really treated the group of simple machines.

Equipment of advanced electronics and the availability of other technologically complex parts makes it takes to choose from a special seriousness. In this case, the calculation takes:

• tuning costs;
• need to test;
• repair B5;
• prices for auto parts;
• state of unit;
• possible breakdowns.

As for body characteristics, the car body is completely galvanized. The presence of rust indicates poor-quality recovery of the coating after an accident. The German manufacturer gave a warranty on the body - 12 years. The fact suggests that its corrosion resistance remains at the height . For German cars, this has already become a tradition.

What inside?

Under the hood of this model, one of the six gasoline type units can be found. For this brand, a five-cylinder engine was offered in the form of a V-shaped form of 2-3 liters. Its power is 150 liters. C., as well as 250 Hm maximum moment. The category of four-cylinder aggregates consists of atmospheric and turbocharged motors. Their volume varies from 1.6 to 2 liters with a generation of 101 -150 horsepower. The torque of the unit varies from 140 to 220 Hm.

The leading position occupies a 2.8 liter engine, which develops the power of 193 horsepower. The torque of the unit is 290 Hm. The default vehicle was equipped with a transmission with front drive. In addition, the 4Motion technique was available. The Passat of the fifth generation to the first 100 km / h accelerates from 7.6 to 15 seconds depending on the modification. Maximum model speed - 177-238 km / h.

B5 is based on the PL45 platform, the power unit of which is located longitudinally. The steering system is equipped with a controlled controller, and the brake packet includes fully disc brakes. It is worth noting that in front of them are equipped with ventilation. The rear suspension is presented by half an independent scheme that is equipped with a torsion beam on the front-wheel drive machines, and with a complete - independent "multi-dimension". The front is a double design.

The main advantages of the model

Owners Volkswagen Passat B5 describe a model as a car with a stylish design that has a roomy interior and a reliable design. The service of the representative of the fifth generation costs an adequate amount. It should be noted that the vehicle also has:

• big compartment for boosted;
• optimal fuel consumption;
• high levels of insulation;
• high-quality finish materials.

The suspension for domestic roads is rather tough, as well as to the roadway there is a small lumen. The interior of the cabin creates a feeling of high costs and chic, the impression arises that B5 on the class is higher than it really is. Passat is beneficial to stand out against the background of its competitors. This is due to the good-quality interior and a large selection of additional equipment.

The petrol aggregates of the model are equipped with a distributed injection system, and the TDI diesel engine itself, which is equipped with pumps-nozzles. Car engines remain quite decent and reliable today. As a rule, faults occur as a result of improper operation, as well as untimely, then.

Maintenance

In accordance with the factory standards, it costs to replace oil every 15,000 km along with all filters. However, domestic specialists advise the procedure after 10,000 km. The functioning of the turbine directly depends on the quality of the oil, as well as the uninterrupted functioning of all parts of the unit, so it should be only synthetic.

• type of engine mounted;
• technical condition of the aggregate;
• driving forms of driving owner.

The average engine consumption of the most popular unit is 1.8T, is 15-16 liters in urban conditions.

Immediately after shopping B. 5 It is recommended to replace the belt of the gas distribution mechanism. According to the regulations, the procedure is produced every 120,000 km. It must be done to ensure security. On many machines, the readings of the Ordometer do not correspond to the real events, so these figures can only be guessing.

Possible troubleshooting

When operating a vehicle, breakdowns and malfunctions often occur. In the category of malfunctions and possible problems of the Passat of fifth generation, first of all, it is necessary to attribute the non-optimal operation of the engine at idle. This malfunction is actually very easy to eliminate. The main reason, as a rule, is to clog the throttle of the throttle.

In addition, almost every 50,000 km is a water gas station. This is explained by the use of tosol of poor quality, which destroys the pump gland. However, the most vulnerable site of the B5 motor is a turbine. In order to extend its operating period, the engine must work at idle for a few minutes before drowning out the car.

If we consider diesel units, then most of the breakdowns of gasoline engines are not peculiar to them. But in this case, do not do without trouble. The main problems are considered:

• rapid wear of the pipe;
• damage antifreeze;
• failure of the inflatable valve;
• fall compression.

The most serious malfunction is the breakdown of the stretch roller . This leads to the GRM cliff, as well as the friction of the valves about the pistons.

What is the result?

Manufacturers AT 5 Represent a brand as folk. Nevertheless, the price policy of parts is not at all democratic. This could be quite expected, since the mechanism of the car is quite complex in technical performance. Volkswagen Passat of the fifth generation is a fairly common brand, therefore problems with spare parts do not arise, which cannot but rejoice.

The B5 model is directly the result of the achievements of the German holding. Summing up can be said that this is one of the best cars in the entire history of Volkswagen. The main advantages of the vehicle can be attributed:

• high level of reliability;
• excellent handling;
• qualitatively separated salon;
• high market realizability.

Basically, all breakdowns and malfunctions arise through the fault of users, as well as incorrect maintenance and untimely replacement of components. As mentioned above, it is the main role that plays.

What do we end up? Volkswagen Passat Fifth generation is a reliable, comfortable and high-quality car, the price of which remains quite acceptable. For many years in a row, he keeps the position of the best family car. Among the huge number of foreign cars, he today is distinguished by his presentable appearance. This is a car that really costs its money.

In the distant 1996, Volkswagen released another passat, which was not another, but completely different. Inheritance from the previous model, the new Passat received only the name, all the rest Volkswagen developed from scratch. The new B5 was not at all a "people's" car in terms of service, but received a number of advantages over the old generation.

What is the difference?

When creating a new model, the manufacturer made a bias on the design, the quality of the materials and the comfort of movement. For B5, they took the Audy A4 1994 platform. Together with the Volkswagen platform also inherited anterior a lot of lever aluminum suspension, several engines with a longitudinal location and a couple of other nodes. The body was created taking into account passive safety and aerodynamics, and was produced completely galvanized (12 years warranty), so corrosion problems are usually not observed (if there were no accidents of course), with the exception of the only place - the area of \u200b\u200bthe backlight backlight. The new passat began to look and ride much more solid and prestigious, and after restyling in 2000, the model received updated bumpers, front and rear lights and began to look richer. The changes touched the front suspension and the cabin (the most noticeable change - the bright blue lighting lights).

The first owners often bought a car in a rich configuration, so the market is easy to find specimens with full "minced meat." Although even in the database, there is climate control, ABS, anterior electric car and two airbags.

Which engine to choose?

In total engines that were put on the Passat B5, as much as 17 pieces (10 gasoline and 7 diesel), but in "our territories" gasoline 1.8 with a turbine received the greatest distribution. Not so often there are two-liter, 2.8 V6 and turbo diesel engines with a volume of 1.9 liters. The remaining motors are rare. Due to the longitudinal location of the engine, the timing belt replacement procedure has risen in price strap (masters have to disassemble almost everything in front of the car, and the work itself pulls $ 100), the belt must be changed every 120,000 km of run (or immediately after purchase, because faith There is no speedometer in honesty). A set of spare parts for replacing the timing belt will cost from $ 120 to $ 300, depending on the manufacturer (accordingly, quality). Together with the belt, be sure to change the water pump - it will not stretch two terms (50-80 $).

When buying, be sure to check the turbine (if it is), or to maintain extra 800-1000 $ to replace. The average service life of the turbine on the pastes is about 150,000 tees.km., but this period is radically depends on the quality of service and the method of operation of the car. For long work it is necessary to observe some things:

• Always pour high-quality synthetic oil into the engine;
• The engine maintenance interval should not be less frequently in 7-10 TIS.KM (even the manufacturer recommends an interval of 15 thousand km, but it is better to reduce it in our realities);
• Every 30 tees. km to clean the oil-conductive turbine pipe (it is desirable to change it every 60 thousand km, and after the purchase is required);
• Air filter change no less often than 15-20 thousand km;
• Do not join the engine immediately after a dynamic ride, you need to give a turbine "Relax" at idle a couple of minutes (or to install a turbo-timer).

Unfortunately, not all owners comply with at least half of these rules. Signs of the ambulance "death" of the turbine: whistle or howl and extraneous noises when it works, oil on the housing, decreasing howl after stopping the engine. The characteristic breakboxes of the engine 1.8T and V6 include the ignition coils that regularly fail and the electricalidery of the phase change mechanism, the resource of which is usually completed after 150 thousand mileage (on the 1.8T AEB engines until 2000, this mechanism was not installed). A two-liter engine loves to eat oil. An alternative to the engine 1.8T may become VR5: 5-cylinder engine, which has the same power, but without a turbine. It pulls well from the lowest, and instead of the belt he has a more reliable chain of the timing chain (overshadows this idyll, only a more noisy engine operation).

If you decide to buy a diesel engine, then it is worth thinking that the diesel passenger car rarely buy to ride 15,000-20,000 km / year. If you are sure, then you need to stop your choice on a turbocharged 1.9 liter. These engines turned out to be quite reliable and with proper care calmly go to 400,000 km. Possible problems:

• Turbine - problems considered above, in gasoline models;
• TNLD - bad diesel brass, especially if water falls, then repair is expensive;
• The cylinder-piston group, if the previous owner was a rider (110 forces are not enough for dynamic driving and the engine has to be promoted);
• It is necessary to wash the tank annually and clean the nozzles;
• Candles usually go no longer than 60 thousand km.

Passat B5 gearboxes

Before restyling, the mechanical switching box was only one - 5-speed, after the 2000 appeared with six speeds. Mechanics are usually without problematic, and the grip at the "human" operation "lives" to 200,000 km of run.

Machines on VW Passat B5 were raised two types:

• Old 4-speed - "Pensive", but terribly reliable (do not forget only every 60 tees. Km to change the oil with the filter)
• Pononey 5-step tiptronic, with the possibility of manual switching, which is the main problem of this box. After 150 thousand mileage, the valve block and gear packages often fails.

On mysterious reasons, automatic transmissions with a large mileage (over 200 000 km) can "die" from banal oil replacement. Therefore, many owners are reinsured and dreaming for the box to serve before selling without replacing oil and filter.

Does the suspension road in Passat B5?

The challenges of the Suspension of the B5th praise everything - comfortable, the road holds perfectly, turns wonderful turns! Such characteristics managed to obtain thanks to a complex lever front suspension (one wheel - 4 levers), but it has to pay for it. To date, everything is not as scary, as in 1996-1999, then the lower levers rarely went more than 30-40 thousand and there was no such choice of alternative spare parts. After restyling, the situation with durability improved a little. Many misunderstanding the myth that the front suspension must be changed on the Volkswagen Passat B5 the front suspension is not true. The main source of dissemination of myth is official dealers who are reluctant to bother with the replacement of individual levers, and you can earn on a complete replacement. Buy a full set of levers and front suspension tips will have to have if it is completely "killed" (when buying it is easily checked on any service and you can safely knock down the price of $ 600-700) or if you are going to ride a long time on this car (the kit costs cheaper, The each detail separately, and you will gradually change individual details as needed). The quality of spare parts can be divided into three categories:

• Original - quality at height, but the price is even higher. In addition, it is easy to run into the Chinese fake, which you buy for mad money;
• LEMFORDER, HDE, RUVILLE - German manufacturers who value their name and follow the quality of products (Lemforder per set of levers gives a guarantee of 80 thousand km run and buy this kit for $ 500);
• China, Turkey, Taiwan - the quality leaves much to be desired, and there may be loud inscriptions on the package: Germany, Italy, USA, which show where the brand is registered, and the production will know where you yourself know how.

Based on the above, it is recommended to choose a gold middle. The rear semi-dependent suspension on the front-wheel drive vehicles is almost eternal, it is usually changed from old age, since cracks appear on rubber parts. On all-attractive versions, the rear suspension independent, but no special problems delivers and goes about 100,000 km. By the way, the four-wheel drive on the Passat is a copy of the Quatro system on Audi. When operating, it does not cause any problems (oil in the gearbox and dispensing box is poured at the factory for the entire service life), and the permeability in winter and dirty time increases dramatically.

Outcome

Volkswagen Passat B5 A decent car, which is not in vain deserved such popularity. When choosing a used car, carefully digitate all the problem points that were considered, and you will have a real chance to buy an excellent car. Otherwise, the possession of the Passat may be even a good family budget.

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