This 2.8 VR6 MT (174 hp) engine was fitted in the B3 Estate, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1988 to 1993. In addition to this engine, 14 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 | Estate |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Width | 1705mm |
| Length | 4580mm |
| Height | 1480mm |
| Wheelbase | 2625mm |
| Front track | 1480mm |
| Min. boot capacity | 465litre |
| Ground clearance | 120mm |
| Max. boot capacity | 1700litre |
| Rear track | 1420mm |
| Kerb weight | 1300kg |
| Gross weight | 1860kg |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2792cm3 |
| Engine power | 174bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 5 800RPM |
| Maximum torque | 235Nm |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Cylinder layout | V-type |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore | 81mm |
| Stroke | 90.3mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| RPM at max torque | 4200RPM |
| Fuel | 95 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 218km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 8.3second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 14.6litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 8.4litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 9.9litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 70litre |
| Cruising range | from 480 to 830km |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts, Stabilizer bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent, Multi wishbone, Stabilizer bar |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.7m |
| City | 17.5 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 10.1 litres / 100km |
| Average | 11.9 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.