This 2.8 VR6 AT (174 hp) engine was fitted in the 3 generation Sedan, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1992 to 1998. In addition to this engine, 17 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
| Body type | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 4380mm |
| Width | 1710mm |
| Height | 1405mm |
| Wheelbase | 2475mm |
| Front track | 1450mm |
| Rear track | 1434mm |
| Ground clearance | 130mm |
| Max. boot capacity | 885litre |
| Min. boot capacity | 500litre |
| Kerb weight | 1340kg |
| Gross weight | 1725kg |
| Displacement | 385kg |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2792cm3 |
| Engine power | 174bhp |
| RPM at max power | from 5 800RPM |
| Injection type | Injectors |
| Cylinder layout | V-type |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore | 81mm |
| Stroke | 90.3mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Maximum torque | 235Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 5800RPM |
| Fuel | 95 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 220km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 9.3second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 17litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 8.5litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 9.3litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 55litre |
| Cruising range | from 320 to 650km |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | The rod connecting the levers |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
|---|---|
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Turning circle | 10.7m |
| City | 20.4 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 10.2 litres / 100km |
| Average | 11.2 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.