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Free Volkswagen Passat 3 Doors VIN Decoder

Decode your Volkswagen Passat 3 Doors VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 5 variants (1973–1981). No registration.

1973–1981 5 variants Hatchback PetrolDiesel
Volkswagen Passat 3 Doors
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Volkswagen Passat 3 Doors specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Passat 3 Doors variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
1.9L 4MT FWD (116 HP) 1973–1981 Petrol 1.9 L 114 bhp MANUAL 4sp FWD —
1.6L 4MT FWD (86 HP) 1973–1981 Petrol 1.6 L 84 bhp MANUAL 4sp FWD —
1.6L 4MT FWD (75 HP) 1973–1981 Petrol 1.6 L 74 bhp MANUAL 4sp FWD —
1.3L 4MT FWD (54 HP) 1973–1981 Petrol 1.3 L 54 bhp MANUAL 4sp FWD —
1.6L D 4MT FWD (54 HP) 1973–1981 Diesel 1.6 L 54 bhp MANUAL 4sp FWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

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The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Volkswagen Passat 3 Doors VIN FAQ

What does a Volkswagen Passat 3 Doors VIN tell you?+
A Volkswagen Passat 3 Doors VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Volkswagen Passat 3 Doors?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Volkswagen Passat 3 Doors made?+
Our database covers the Volkswagen Passat 3 Doors for model years 1973–1981, across 5 variants.
Is the Volkswagen Passat 3 Doors VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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