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Volkswagen Sharan Generation

Years1997–2000
BodyMPV
Variants37

The Volkswagen Sharan Generation is a mpv, produced 1997–2000. This generation includes 37 variants available in Petrol and Diesel, with outputs ranging from 90 to 174 hp. The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 11.8 seconds. Drive configurations available include ALL WHEEL DRIVE and FRONT WHEEL DRIVE. Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

Volkswagen Sharan 1997 front view

Volkswagen Sharan Generation37 variants

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Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Syncro Highline
2,792 cc·Automatic·AWD·Petrol
174hp / 128 kW
13.8s
13.6l/100km
312g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Highline
2,792 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
174hp / 128 kW
13.2s
12.7l/100km
295g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Highline
2,792 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
174hp / 128 kW
11.8s
11.7l/100km
278g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Syncro Trendline
2,792 cc·Automatic·AWD·Petrol
174hp / 128 kW
13.8s
13.6l/100km
312g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Trendline
2,792 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
174hp / 128 kW
13.2s
12.7l/100km
295g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Trendline
2,792 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
174hp / 128 kW
11.8s
11.7l/100km
278g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Syncro Comfortline
2,792 cc·Automatic·AWD·Petrol
174hp / 128 kW
13.8s
13.6l/100km
312g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Comfortline
2,792 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
174hp / 128 kW
13.2s
12.7l/100km
295g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.8 VR6 Comfortline
2,792 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
174hp / 128 kW
11.8s
11.7l/100km
278g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.8 5V Turbo Highline
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
12.8s
11.3l/100km
262g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.8 5V Turbo Highline
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
12.8s
10.9l/100km
242g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.8 5V Turbo Trendline
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
12.8s
11.3l/100km
262g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.8 5V Turbo Trendline
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
12.8s
10.9l/100km
242g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.8 5V Turbo Comfortline
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
12.8s
11.3l/100km
262g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.8 5V Turbo Comfortline
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
12.8s
10.9l/100km
242g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.8 5V Turbo
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
12.8s
11.3l/100km
262g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.8 5V Turbo
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
12.8s
10.9l/100km
242g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.0 Highline
1,984 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
116hp / 85 kW
17.2s
11.6l/100km
278g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.0 Highline
1,984 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
116hp / 85 kW
15.4s
9.9l/100km
238g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.0 Trendline
1,984 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
116hp / 85 kW
17.2s
11.6l/100km
278g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.0 Trendline
1,984 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
116hp / 85 kW
15.4s
9.9l/100km
238g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.0 Comfortline
1,984 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
116hp / 85 kW
17.2s
11.6l/100km
278g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.0 Comfortline
1,984 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
116hp / 85 kW
15.4s
9.9l/100km
238g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.0
1,984 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
116hp / 85 kW
17.2s
11.6l/100km
278g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 2.0
1,984 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
116hp / 85 kW
15.4s
9.9l/100km
238g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.9 TDI 110hp Highline
1,896 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
19.1s
7.8l/100km
211g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.9 TDI 110hp Highline
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
16.4s
6.5l/100km
173g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.9 TDI 110hp Trendline
1,896 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
19.1s
7.8l/100km
211g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.9 TDI 110hp Trendline
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
16.4s
6.5l/100km
173g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.9 TDI 110hp Comfortline
1,896 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
19.1s
7.8l/100km
211g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.9 TDI 110hp Comfortline
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
16.4s
6.5l/100km
173g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.9 TDI 110hp
1,896 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
19.1s
7.8l/100km
211g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.9 TDI 110hp
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
16.4s
6.5l/100km
173g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.9 TDI 90hp Highline
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
19.3s
6.6l/100km
176g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.9 TDI 90hp Trendline
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
19.3s
6.6l/100km
176g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.9 TDI 90hp Comfortline
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
19.3s
6.6l/100km
176g/km
Volkswagen Sharan 1.9 TDI 90hp
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
19.3s
6.6l/100km
176g/km
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.

Quick answers

What body type is the Volkswagen Sharan (1997-2000)?

The Volkswagen Sharan (1997-2000) is a mpv. All 37 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the Volkswagen Sharan (1997-2000) have?

The Volkswagen Sharan (1997-2000) has 37 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the Volkswagen Sharan (1997-2000) produced?

The Volkswagen Sharan (1997-2000) was produced 1997–2000. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the Volkswagen Sharan (1997-2000)?

The Volkswagen Sharan (1997-2000) is available in Petrol, Diesel. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.