W8 VW passat

[Petrou]

I have just seen this car in town here. Where the badge for the V6 is usually it had a W8. is it really a W8 and does anyone know anything about them

 

[robertcope]

It's a sweet motor, that's what it is! Are you familiar with the VR6? The VR6 is a narrow angle (15 degrees) six-cylinder, think of a V6 with a single head. The W8 is similar, two narrow angle four-cylinder motors in a V configuration. Here is a fun video:

W8 Animation

I'm sure you can google for "W8 engine" for more information.

robert

 

[Quattro Pete]

http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=1620245#Post1620245

 

[Petrou]

thats kinda what i thought i did some research, great idea. great engineering as i am Bugatti fan as well and the motor in that is a true engineering feet. But i figured this was a problem child from VW so before i went looking for one i thought i would ask around here as there are many inteligent and straight forward people here

 

[robertcope]

Personally, I would love a Phaeton W12! They may even be affordable now, used...

robert

 

[rjundi]

The W8 passat is an overweight pig. The 1.8T is far more entertaining and better matched engine weight to the chassis. I had the opportunity of driving the car and was sorely disappointed as an odd dealer loaner.