This 3.6 62TE (283 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Minivan, which was produced by Volkswagen from 2008 to 2012. In addition to this engine, 2 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 | Minivan |
|---|---|
| Seats | 7 |
| Length | 5143mm |
| Width | 1953mm |
| Height | 1750mm |
| Wheelbase | 3071mm |
| Front track | 1651mm |
| Rear track | 1646mm |
| Ground clearance | 155mm |
| Kerb weight | 2038kg |
| Min. boot capacity | 2350litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 2350litre |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3600cm3 |
| Engine power | 283bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 6 350RPM |
| Injection type | Direct injection |
| Cylinder layout | V-type |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Maximum torque | 352Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 4400RPM |
| Front suspension | MacPherson Struts |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Torsion, Stabilizer bar |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
|---|---|
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Turning circle | 11.5m |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 8.9second |
|---|---|
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 13.8litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 9.4litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 11.7litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 77.6litre |
| Cruising range | from 560 to 830km |
| Fuel | 95 RON |
| Emission standard | EURO V |
| City | 16.6 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 11.3 litres / 100km |
| Average | 14 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.