What is the horsepower of the 1.8t Passat?

[SanBrody]

According to FAW-Volkswagen manufacturer data, the 2015 1.8t Passat has 160 horsepower, while the 2017 1.8t Passat has 180 horsepower. Horsepower refers to the power output of a vehicle, and there is a positive correlation between a car's speed and its horsepower. The 2015 1.8t Passat measures 4870mm*1834mm*1472mm, with a maximum power output of 118kW and maximum torque of 250Nm. It is a 4-door, 5-seat sedan equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 2017 1.8t Passat measures 4872mm*1834mm*1484mm, with a maximum power output of 132kW and maximum torque of 300Nm. It is a 4-door, 5-seat sedan equipped with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission. The latest Passat models come with three different power versions: 150 horsepower, 186 horsepower, and 220 horsepower. Details are as follows: The 150 horsepower Passat is equipped with a 1.4T turbocharged engine (model EA211-DJS), featuring a DOHC valve train, transverse layout, and an L-type 4-cylinder, 16-valve configuration. It delivers a maximum power of 110kW and maximum torque of 250Nm, paired with a 7-speed dry dual-clutch transmission. The engine reaches peak power at 5000rpm and peak torque between 1750rpm-3000rpm. It requires 95-octane fuel and uses direct injection technology. The front suspension is a MacPherson strut, while the rear suspension is a multi-link independent setup. The 186 horsepower Passat is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine (model EA888-DPL), featuring a DOHC valve train, transverse layout, and an L-type 4-cylinder, 16-valve configuration. It delivers a maximum power of 137kW and maximum torque of 320Nm, paired with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission. The engine reaches peak power between 4100rpm-6000rpm and peak torque between 1500rpm-4000rpm. It requires 95-octane fuel and uses combined injection technology. The front suspension is a MacPherson strut, while the rear suspension is a multi-link independent setup. The 220 horsepower Passat is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine (model EA888-DKX), featuring a DOHC valve train, transverse layout, and an L-type 4-cylinder, 16-valve configuration. It delivers a maximum power of 162kW and maximum torque of 350Nm, paired with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission (DCT). The engine reaches peak power between 4500rpm-6200rpm and peak torque between 1500rpm-4000rpm. It requires 95-octane fuel and uses direct injection technology. The front suspension is a MacPherson strut, while the rear suspension is a multi-link independent setup. MacPherson strut suspension: The MacPherson strut is a type of independent suspension and one of the most popular designs today, typically used for front wheels in passenger cars. Simply put, the MacPherson strut consists mainly of a coil spring and shock absorber. The shock absorber prevents the coil spring from shifting forward, backward, left, or right when under load, restricting movement to vertical vibrations only. The suspension's stiffness and performance can be adjusted by altering the shock absorber's length and tension. Multi-link independent suspension: A multi-link suspension consists of three or more connecting rods that provide multi-directional control forces, ensuring more reliable tire movement trajectories.

[LaClara]

I've driven several Passat models, and the horsepower of the 1.8T engine depends on the specific year. For example, the older B7 models before 2015 had around 150 horsepower with the 1.8T engine—it felt a bit sluggish at startup but was quite fuel-efficient. After 2016, the new B8 upgraded to the third-generation EA888 engine, boosting the horsepower to 180, making highway overtaking noticeably more powerful. Some modified versions can be tuned up to 200 horsepower, but I don’t recommend altering the factory settings recklessly. The newer models now use a 2.0T engine, so if you're interested in the 1.8T, be sure to check the official MIIT data for the specific year and model, as there can be slight variations in engine parameters between different batches.

[Hudson]

As someone who often helps friends check out cars, I find the horsepower figures of the Passat 1.8T quite interesting. Most common China V models are rated at 180 horsepower, but if you come across a second-generation EA888 engine from around 2012, it might only have 160 horsepower. Once, while helping inspect a car, I found that the 2013 TSI version measured just over 140 horsepower at the wheels, which is quite a gap from the official figures. I recommend paying special attention to the power surge above 2,000 RPM during test drives. Also, note that turbo lag is more noticeable during cold starts in winter, so northern users should remember to warm up the car in advance. Honestly, for family use, 160-180 horsepower is more than sufficient and significantly better than a naturally aspirated 2.0L engine.