1993 Volkswagen Passat

US · Midsize Cars

The 1993 Volkswagen Passat is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS))
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

GASOLINE

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

Not available

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS))
Displacement	2.0 L to 2.8 L
Cylinders	4 to 6
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	4 to 5
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
Highway	28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

11 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 21, 2026.

95V178000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
IMPROPER MATERIAL WAS USED IN MANUFACTURING THE RADIATOR FAN MOTOR SHAFT CAUSING THE SHAFT TO WEAR AND BECOME NOISY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE COMPLETE COOLING FAN ASSEMBLY ON VEHICLE HAVING THE POTENTIAL SHAFT MATERIAL PROBLEM. DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FAN BLADE INCLUDING A NEW LOCK NUT ON VEHICLE WITH LOOSE FAN BLADE LOCK NUTS.
Reported September 20, 1995. View on NHTSA
93V118000: SUSPENSION:FRONT
LOCK NUTS USED TO HOLD THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT AXLES TO THE SUSPENSION STRUTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THE LOCK NUTS MAY BREAK AND CAUSE SEPARATION OF THE AXLE FROM THE SUSPENSION STRUTS.
Remedy: REPLACE THE LOCK NUTS.
Reported July 14, 1993. View on NHTSA
92V058000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL DISTRIBUTION RAIL ON THE ENGINE MAY SHRINK BEYOND THE CLAMP FORCE OF THE FUEL HOSE CLAMPS, ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK.
Remedy: REPLACE THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL RAIL AND INSTALL A NEW SPRING TYPE SELF-TIGHTENING CLAMP.
Reported April 14, 1992. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 20, 2026

Data verified: October 21, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

1992 Volkswagen Passat
Gasoline
2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
1994 Volkswagen Passat
Gasoline
2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1993 Volkswagen Passat have?

Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1993 Volkswagen Passat?

Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1993 Volkswagen Passat front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1993 Volkswagen Passat?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 21, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.