| The Passat is the latest model in the VW's range and | | | | features an operating facility for gear-change, |
| was launched exactly a year ago at the Geneva | | | | multi-function display and radio. Shift paddles enable |
| show. Built on the new B6 platform, it is generation | | | | you to operate the 6-speed automatic DSG gearbox |
| ahead of its immediate rival in India, the Skoda Superb | | | | without taking your hands off. This Volkswagen spoils |
| that uses the earlier Passat's B5 platform. | | | | you with the optional 12-way seat adjustment system |
| There are e two versions of the Passat, both diesels, | | | | with enhanced sitting comfort. It allows you to adjust |
| powered by four cylinder TDi 2.0 liter Highline engines. | | | | the longitudinal position, seat height, as well as seat and |
| Maximum power will be 103 kW (140 BHP) and torque | | | | backrest angle. To make your drive more romantic, |
| of 320 Nm at 1750-2500 RPM. Top speed claimed for | | | | there is Sliding/tilting glass roof that is operated via |
| the Volkswagen Passat versions in India is 209 kmph, | | | | rotary switch in the headlining. An integral positioning |
| while the car would reach 0-100 kmph in 9.8 seconds. It | | | | option can be set to control how far the roof is to be |
| is also an acknowledgement to the realities in India that | | | | opened or tilted. When the roof is open, a wind |
| VW has launched the car without a petrol version to | | | | deflector automatically extends to reduce buffeting |
| begin with. | | | | and a blind prevents the sunlight from hurting your |
| The styling is good start and unlike the conservative | | | | eyes. |
| approach of the earlier Passat, the new one looks | | | | It does not lag behind in terms of safety too. Passat |
| more interesting as well as attractive. Talking about the | | | | achieved the top five rating for the occupant |
| interiors, they have a classy look something we have | | | | protection in the Euro NCAP crash test. With a whole |
| come to expect from the cars wearing the VW | | | | range of new generation safety features the Passat |
| badge. The amazing plastic quality, the damped feel of | | | | provides the highest level of safety possible. The body |
| switches, even the open and shut boasts of its superb | | | | of the Passat is formed from specially hardened |
| quality builds. There is loads of space with ample head, | | | | components which have high strength and excellent |
| leg and shoulder room and the large overhang creates | | | | shaping characteristics. Thanks to the latest lightweight |
| 565 liters of luggage space. | | | | construction technology, the body also offers optimal |
| The leather-covered multi-function steering wheel | | | | protection under heavy impact. |