This 2.3 MT (170 hp) engine was fitted in the B5.5 [Restyling] Estate, which was produced by Volkswagen from 2000 to 2005. In addition to this engine, 26 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 | 1746mm |
| Length | 4682mm |
| Height | 1498mm |
| Wheelbase | 2702mm |
| Front track | 1515mm |
| Min. boot capacity | 495litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 1600litre |
| Rear track | 1515mm |
| Kerb weight | 1432kg |
| Gross weight | 2020kg |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2324cm3 |
| Engine power | 170bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 6 200RPM |
| Maximum torque | 220Nm |
| Injection type | Injectors |
| Cylinder layout | V-type |
| Number of cylinders | 5 |
| Bore | 81mm |
| Stroke | 90.2mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| RPM at max torque | 3200RPM |
| Fuel | 95 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 221km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 9.4second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 13litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 7.2litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 9.3litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 62litre |
| Cruising range | from 480 to 860km |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent, Multi wishbone |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 11.4m |
| City | 15.6 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 8.6 litres / 100km |
| Average | 11.2 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.