Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8)
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2.0 TDI (Stage 1)
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2.0 TDI (Stage 2)
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2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.8 s
- Fastest top speed247 km/h153 mph
- Most powerful233 hp173 kW
- Highest torque544 Nm401 lb-ft
- Lightest1,494 kg3,294 lb
- Best power-to-weight156 hp/t116 kW/t6.4 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption3.8 L/100 km61.9 mpg US74.3 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions115 g/km
- Best estimated range1,500 km932 mi
- Largest trunk650 L
- Best overall score71/100
- Best performance score62/100
- Best economy score95/100
- Best practicality score90/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp |
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| Power | 233hp173kW+83 hp | 180hp134kW+30 hp | 203hp151kW+53 hp | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 544Nm401lb-ft+204 Nm | 425Nm313lb-ft+85 Nm | 476Nm351lb-ft+136 Nm | 340Nm251lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,494kg3,294lb | 1,494kg3,294lb | 1,494kg3,294lb | 1,494kg3,294lb |
| Gross weight | 2,130kg4,696lb | 2,130kg4,696lb | 2,130kg4,696lb | 2,130kg4,696lb |
| Top speed | 247 km/h 153 mph | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph Calculated | 238 km/h 148 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 64.3s99% target: 245 km/h / 152 mph-13.4 s Calculated | 76.9s99% target: 238 km/h / 148 mph-0.8 s Calculated | 69.0s99% target: 236 km/h / 146 mph-8.7 s Calculated | 77.7s99% target: 216 km/h / 134 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8s-2.1 s | 7.9s-1.0 s | 7.4s-1.5 s | 8.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 22.4s-17.8 s Calculated | 28.3s-11.9 s Calculated | 26.3s-13.9 s Calculated | 40.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.5s-2.0 s Calculated | 7.6s-0.9 s Calculated | 7.0s-1.4 s Calculated | 8.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 3.8L/100 km61.9mpg US74.3mpg UK | 3.8L/100 km61.9mpg US74.3mpg UK | 3.8L/100 km61.9mpg US74.3mpg UK | 3.8L/100 km61.9mpg US74.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.7s-1.8 s Calculated | 15.7s-0.8 s Calculated | 15.2s-1.2 s Calculated | 16.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 156hp/t116kW/t71hp/1000 lb Calculated | 120hp/t90kW/t55hp/1000 lb Calculated | 136hp/t101kW/t61hp/1000 lb Calculated | 100hp/t75kW/t46hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 364Nm/t244lb-ft/ton Calculated | 284Nm/t190lb-ft/ton Calculated | 319Nm/t213lb-ft/ton Calculated | 228Nm/t152lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,500km932mi Calculated | 1,500km932mi Calculated | 1,500km932mi Calculated | 1,500km932mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in |
| Length | 4,767mm188in | 4,767mm188in | 4,767mm188in | 4,767mm188in |
| Width | 1,832mm72in | 1,832mm72in | 1,832mm72in | 1,832mm72in |
| Height | 1,477mm58in | 1,477mm58in | 1,477mm58in | 1,477mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 2,791mm110in | 2,791mm110in | 2,791mm110in | 2,791mm110in |
| Front track | 1,584mm62in | 1,584mm62in | 1,584mm62in | 1,584mm62in |
| Rear track | 1,568mm62in | 1,568mm62in | 1,568mm62in | 1,568mm62in |
| Ground clearance | 145mm6in | 145mm6in | 145mm6in | 145mm6in |
| Trunk volume | 650L | 650L | 650L | 650L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,780L | 1,780L | 1,780L | 1,780L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 66L | 66L | 66L | 66L |
| CO2 emissions | 115g/km | 115g/km | 115g/km | 115g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.5 s | 7.6 s | 7.0 s | 8.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.8 s | 7.9 s | 7.4 s | 8.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 22.4 s | 28.3 s | 26.3 s | 40.2 s |
| Top speed | 247 km/h 153 mph | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph Likely limited | 238 km/h 148 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.7 s | 2.8 s | 2.7 s | 2.9 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.7 s | 7.1 s | 6.9 s | 7.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.8 s | 10.5 s | 10.2 s | 10.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.5 s | 13.3 s | 12.9 s | 14.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.7 s | 15.7 s | 15.2 s | 16.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 165 km/h 102 mph | 154 km/h 96 mph | 158 km/h 98 mph | 145 km/h 90 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp has 83 hp more than Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI 150 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp: 83 hp (62 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 544 Nm 401 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 425 Nm 313 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 476 Nm 351 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 340 Nm 251 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 1,494 kg 3,294 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,494 kg 3,294 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,494 kg 3,294 lb |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 1,494 kg 3,294 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 247 km/h 153 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 238 km/h 148 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 218 km/h 135 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI 150 hp: 2.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp and Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp, separated by only 0.5 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 120 hp/t 90 kW/t 8.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 136 hp/t 101 kW/t 7.4 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 100 hp/t 75 kW/t 10.0 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 1,500 km 932 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,500 km 932 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,500 km 932 mi |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 1,500 km 932 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW | 6.8 s | 247 km/h 153 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 7.9 s | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW | 7.4 s | 238 km/h 148 mph |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.9 s | 218 km/h 135 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 7.9 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 7.4 s |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 8.9 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 120 hp/t 90 kW/t 8.3 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 136 hp/t 101 kW/t 7.4 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | 100 hp/t 75 kW/t 10.0 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | VolkswagenPassat Variant (B8)2.0 TDI150 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 233 hp 173 kW | 180 hp 134 kW | 203 hp 151 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 544 Nm 401 lb-ft | 425 Nm 313 lb-ft | 476 Nm 351 lb-ft | 340 Nm 251 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.8 s | 7.9 s | 7.4 s | 8.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 247 km/h 153 mph | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph | 238 km/h 148 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,494 kg 3,294 lb | 1,494 kg 3,294 lb | 1,494 kg 3,294 lb | 1,494 kg 3,294 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,500 km 932 mi | 1,500 km 932 mi | 1,500 km 932 mi | 1,500 km 932 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 115 g/km | 115 g/km | 115 g/km | 115 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 650 L 23.0 cu ft | 650 L 23.0 cu ft | 650 L 23.0 cu ft | 650 L 23.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 156 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 120 hp/t 90 kW/t 8.3 kg/hp | 136 hp/t 101 kW/t 7.4 kg/hp | 100 hp/t 75 kW/t 10.0 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp | Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI 150 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 7.70 LC100 km | 7.70 LC100 km | 7.70 LC100 km | 7.70 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,155 LC/year | 1,155 LC/year | 1,155 LC/year | 1,155 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Has 53 hp more
- Has 119 Nm more
- Is 1.2 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 7 km/h (4 mph) higher top speed
- Has 35 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Volkswagen Passat Variant (B8) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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