Volkswagen Passat B6
The quintessential executive workhorse, blending understated German design with robust diesel efficiency.
- Power
- 140 bhp
- Top speed
- 130 mph
About the Volkswagen Passat B6
The B6 generation Volkswagen Passat marked a significant shift for the nameplate, moving to a transverse engine layout based on a modified Golf platform rather than sharing its architecture with the Audi A4. In the UK, the 2.0 TDI SE was the heart of the range, favoured by fleet buyers for its balance of comfort, build quality, and the 'Pumpe Düse' (unit injector) diesel engine's strong mid-range torque. While later models transitioned to common-rail technology, the 2008 PD engines are noted for their punchy delivery. It remains a benchmark for the D-segment, offering a premium interior feel that rivalled more expensive luxury brands of the era.
Volkswagen Passat B6 specs
The Volkswagen Passat B6 produces 140 bhp (104 kW) and 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 130 mph (209 km/h).
| Make | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Model | Passat |
| Generation | B6 |
| Trim | 2.0 TDI SE |
| Years | 2005–2010 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-4 diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,968 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 140 bhp (104 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,454 kg (3,206 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 96 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Volkswagen Passat B6 rarity in CarSpot
The Volkswagen Passat B6 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
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Volkswagen Passat B6 fun facts
- The B6 Passat introduced an electronic parking brake as standard across the range, a novelty for its class in 2005.
- Unlike its B5 predecessor, the B6 returned to a transverse engine orientation to maximise interior space.
- The SE trim featured a unique umbrella stowage compartment built into the driver's door liner, similar to a Rolls-Royce.
