This 2.8 VR6 AT (174 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Minivan 5-doors, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1995 to 2000. In addition to this engine, 9 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 | 4620mm |
| Width | 1810mm |
| Height | 1732mm |
| Wheelbase | 2835mm |
| Front track | 1510mm |
| Rear track | 1505mm |
| Max. boot capacity | 2610litre |
| Min. boot capacity | 256litre |
| Kerb weight | 1700kg |
| Gross weight | 2400kg |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2792cm3 |
| Engine power | 174bhp |
| RPM at max power | from 5 800RPM |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Maximum torque | 235Nm |
| Forced induction | Turbocharger |
| RPM at max torque | 4200RPM |
| Fuel | 95 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 199km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 11.8second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 16.6litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 8.9litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 11.7litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 70litre |
| Cruising range | from 420 to 790km |
| Front suspension | Strut |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Helical springs |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
|---|---|
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Turning circle | 9.9m |
| City | 19.9 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 10.7 litres / 100km |
| Average | 14 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.