V6 FSI Highline Wagon pictured.

-First Volkswagen with fatigue detection and City Emergency Braking function
-At 5.7 l/100 km combined fuel consumption, the most fuel-efficient Passat ever

With over 15 million cars sold, the Passat by Volkswagen is one of the most successful automobiles in the world. Now there is a new Passat. It is the seventh generation since 1973. The styling of the bestseller was completely re-interpreted, and its front is more impressive than ever. Furthermore, the Passat has always mirrored the course of technological progress. And this applies unreservedly to the seventh Passat, which will launch simultaneously as a sedan and wagon. The overall range of technological innovations now implemented in the Passat 118TSI and Passat Highline variants has reached a scale previously found only in luxury class cars.

More innovation
An innovative feature in this class is the fatigue detection system that is offered on the Passat. The system is a standard feature across the range. The Passat also has an optional City Emergency Braking function (City EB). The assistance system is part of the further refined optional ACC adaptive cruise control plus Front Assist. The City EB function, active below a speed of 30 km/h, also reacts to stationary vehicles; if necessary, it automatically initiates a braking manoeuvre, thereby contributing to avoidance of an impending front end collision or at least minimising the resulting damage

More comfort
The Passat “sees” parking spaces parallel and perpendicular to the road, and upon request it can automatically steer the car into the space with centimetre precision (Park Assist 2).

More qualityThe technologies and the further improved workmanship and material quality is differentiating the Passat from its competitors more than ever. This quality is perceptible in the interior with its high-end materials, new seats and door trims and ambience lighting. An especially elegant effect is produced by the modified centre console and redesigned accents in the instruments that are visually appealing and pleasing to the touch.

More quiet
The new Passat is extremely quiet. The reason: Insulating materials specifically integrated in the dashboard area and doors filter out exterior and engine noises. In addition, a new acoustic film is embedded in the front windscreen; this film blocks out additional noise.

More safety
Progress has been made in the area of safety as well. The previous model already attained 5 stars in ANCAP crash testing. Further advances include features such as seatbelt fastening detection for the rear seats and head restraints that now also adjust horizontally on the front seats. The new head restraints for driver and front passenger reduce the risk of whiplash injury in a traffic accident.

More sustainable
Last but not least, the new Passat sets standards when it comesto sustainability. All three engines are more fuel efficient - by up to 12 percent! Technologies such as the Start/Stop system also ensure the best fuel economy for the TDI diesel engine. It is worth noting that each model is a safe, comfortable and powerful touring vehicle. Only, they are also very low emitting, fuel efficient and blessed with extremely long driving ranges.


Passat 118TSI
Although conceived as an entry-level model, the Passat 118TSI already has extensive features.

Safety Features: Of course, the Passat 118TSI has features suchas eight airbags, daytime running lights and the ESP electronic stabilisation programme. Effective: the automatic hazard flasher on hard braking. Clever: When the driver parks the Passat and releases the seatbelt – even before the engine is stopped – the electronic parking brake is automatically activated, which prevents undesirable rolling of the Volkswagen. Child friendly: The new Passat too can once again be ordered with two child seats (for the outer seating positions) integrated in the rear seats on the Passat Highline.

Exterior/Functionality: Outside, the Passat 118TSI can be recognized by such features as its 17-inch “Sao Paulo” alloy wheels. In addition, heated windscreen washer nozzles and tyre pressure monitoring indicator offer additional safety.

Also standard: LED indicators in the door mirrors and noiseinsulating front windscreen. The Passat Wagon is also equipped with chrome roof rails.

Interior / Functionality: The interior has standard features such as various storage bins, bezels and illuminated air nozzles in “Matt Chrome,” decorative inserts also in “Iridium,” asymmetrically split rear bench backrest and analogue clock on the dashboard. Other convenience features aboard: dual zone climate control system,
electromechanical power assisted steering, electric window lifts all around, outside temperature display, electronic parking brake with auto-hold function, automatic boot lid opening function as well as the RCD 510 audio system with MP3 playback capability. Multifunctional leather steering wheel, electric lumbar and backrest adjustment on the driver’s seat, leather gearshift grip and woven floor mats are also part of the standard equipment. The RCD510 radio-CD system with MP3 playback function and 4 x 20 Watt power, AUX-IN multimedia port, automatic running light switching, automatically dimming rearview mirror, parking sensors for front and rear areas, safety-optimised head restraints with additional longitudinal adjustment and rain sensors. Other features are standard leather, Media Device Interface (MDI), Bluetooth connectivity, automatic headlights.

Engines: The Passat 118TSI comes equipped with a 1.8 litre TSI turbocharged petrol engine with 118kw of power and 250Nm of torque.

Passat Highline
Exterior / Functionality: Outside, the Passat Highline can be made out by its 17-inch “Michigan” (125TDI) or 18-inch “Kansas” (V6 FSI) alloy wheels as well as chrome strips on the air intake in the lower front bumper. The Passat V6 FSI also has dual exposed exhaust tail pipes on the left and right. Both variants come with front fog lights with static cornering lights mounted in the lower bumper.

Interior / Functionality: The interior is upgraded by such features as decorative inserts in brushed aluminium, stainless steel door sill plates with “Passat” signature as well as elegant seat covers in “Nappa” leather. In addition, there are 12-way electrically adjustable front seats with driver’s memory in the Passat V6 FSI.

Engines: The Passat Highline can be ordered with either a 2.0 litre TDI turbocharged common rail diesel engine with 125kW and 250Nm of torque or a 3.6 litre V6 FSI petrol engine with 220kW and 350Nm of torque.

Key Optional Features
Those who wish to further tailor the Passat to their individual requirements can do this with the generous options available. The new panoramic tilt/slide sunroof for the Wagon (Sedan: tilt/slide glass roof), assistance systems such as ACC plus Front Assist with City Emergency Braking (City EB) function and Lane Assist, navigation system RNS 510, the audio system “Dynaudio Confidence” (600 Watt) and adaptive chassis control (standard on V6 FSI).

Pricing

Models
Passat 118TSI 7-Speed DSG $38,990
Passat 125TDI Highline 6-Speed DSG $43,990
Passat V6 FSI Highline 6-Speed DSG $55,990
Passat 118TSI Wagon 7-Speed DSG $40,990
Passat 125TDI Highline Wagon 6-Speed DSG $45,990
Passat V6 FSI Highline Wagon 6-Speed DSG $57,990

Options

Metallic / Pearl Effect Paint $700

Electric Glass Sunroof (Sedan models) $1,900

Panoramic Electric Glass Sunroof (Wagon models) $2,000

Park Assist 2 and Rear View Camera (RVC Plus) $1,300

Satellite Navigation RNS510 with RVC Plus $3,000

Satellite Navigation RNS510 with Park Assist 2 and RVC Plus $3,600

Dynaudio 600W Premium Audio System $2,000

Driver Assistance and Visibility Package - 118TSI $2,900

Driver Assistance and Visibility Package - $2,600
125TDI Highline & V6 FSI Highline

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Front Assist and City EB $2,000

Adaptive Chassis Control (Std V6 FSI Highline) $1,650

Anti-theft Alarm System (Std V6 TSI Highline) $600

Walnut Wood/Aluminium Interior Trim - $300
125TDI Highline & V6 FSI Highline

Electric Front Seats with Memory (Std V6 FSI Highline) $1,500

Integrated Child Booster Seats (2) - $850
125TDI Highline & V6 FSI Highline

Automatic Opening & Closing Tailgate (Wagon models) $750

* Prices are manufacturer list prices only, for the drive away price please
contact your local authorised Volkswagen dealer.

118TSI




17-inch “Sao Paulo”


125TDI Highline





17-inch “Michigan” (125TDI)


V6 Highline

18-inch “Kansas”