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Individuality as standard.

Nobody wants to look the same as their neighbour. With the range of stylish options available for the Passat Sedan, you can make your car as unique as you.

Chrome highlights

Adding an air of sophistication to every model, the Passat Sedan features elegant chrome highlights. From the radiator grille and window-frame trims, to front and rear bumper moulding and air intakes, the subtle chrome adds the perfect finishing details to the car’s elegant exterior.

Bi-Xenon lights with LED daytime running lights (Optional)

Lighting the road ahead, Bi-Xenon lights are brighter, making night-time driving even safer. The Passat Sedan features LED daytime visibility lights and LED tail lights for a more powerful on-road presence, while the dynamic cornering lights provide additional corner visibility. This option is only available with the Driver Assistance and Visibility Package.

Glass sunroof (Optional)        

Bring the outside in and enjoy extra light in the elegant interior with the optional sunroof.

Alloy wheels

Stylish alloy wheels available on the Passat Sedan add a sporting touch to the elegant exterior. The 17” Sao Paulo alloy wheels make a distinctive statement on the 118TSI, while the 17” Michigan alloy wheels add design flair to the 125TDI Highline. Opt for the V6 FSI Highline and the 18” Kansas alloy wheels make a strong statement, reflective of the car’s power.

Don't miss the details.

Sometimes we forget the small things in life, but they’re what make the big things matter. The Passat Sedan has the smallest details covered, reflected in the big awards it’s won.

Stylish interior

Step into the luxurious interior of the Passat Sedan and its clear nothing has been left to chance as you sink into the soft leather appointed seats. Find the perfect driving position with the 12-way electrically adjustable front seats – with driver’s memory in the V6 FSI Highline (optional on 118TSI and 125TDI Highline), and get the temperature just right with dual zone climate control air conditioning.

With a 60:40 split/ folding ‘remote release’ rear seat, there’s more than enough space in the back of the Passat Sedan for anything that needs to be moved. Take time to appreciate the stylish interior with its subtle chrome highlights, and enjoy information at your fingertips with the leather rimmed 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel.

RCD510 audio system

Make your own soundtrack wherever you go with standard RCD510 audio system. With its 6.5-inch touch screen display, MP3 compatible SD card slot and 6-disc in dash CD changer, making sure you’ve got the right music for the moment is the hardest decision. For added ease, control the stereo from the multi-function steering wheel.

Media Device Interface

Stay connected to your music with the integrated Media Device Interface (MDI).

Bluetooth® phone connectivity

Stream phone calls straight from your mobile into the car’s audio system through the integrated audio Bluetooth® system. Your phonebook is visible in the Passat Sedan’s Multi-Function Display unit, allowing you to scroll for names and numbers with ease, and in safety. If you have tunes on your mobile you like to listen to, stream them straight to the car with Bluetooth® audio streaming.

RNS510 Satellite Navigation System (Optional)

Make the most of enjoying your journey and let the optional integrated RNS510 satellite navigation system take the strain of getting you there. With a high resolution screen, the system offers both 2D topographical and 3D (bird’s eye) map views with voice control for navigation, telephone and radio functions. The single DVD drive is able to play back audio CD/ MP3 files and DVD discs.

Dynaudio premium audio system (Optional)

Take your musical experience to another dimension with the addition of the optional Dynaudio Confidence audio system. With 600W capability, the premium audio system features the latest 10 channel digital amplifier for crystal clear quality and 10 speakers to ensure that not a beat is missed. Dynaudio is compatible with either the RCD510 audio system or the optional RNS510 satellite navigation system.

Stand firm in your beliefs.

There are moments in life when we expect nothing but the best, when we are uncompromising about our expectations. That’s how the Passat Sedan feels about safety.

Driver Fatigue Detection system

It’s always good having an intuitive system to alert the driver when responsiveness appears to indicate fatigue. In the Passat Sedan this comes in the form of the innovative driver Fatigue Detection system.

The technology is constantly analysing individual driving characteristics including evaluating steering movements. When your driving characteristics indicate fatigue, the driver Fatigue Detection system kicks in with a warning chime and a message in the Multi-Function Display unit recommending you take a break from driving.

Traction and braking control systems

If road conditions turn tricky, the Passat Sedan has a wealth of traction and braking control systems as standard to help keep you firmly on the tarmac. Electronic Stabilisation Program (ESP) works in coordination with the Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) and Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) to help prevent the vehicle skidding or wheels spinning by applying braking and adjusting engine power depending on the conditions.

There are different braking control systems such as Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assist and Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD). Together these features prevent the wheels from locking; monitoring each wheel individually to make sure the Passat Sedan comes to a swift and safe stop while maintaining steering control.

Airbags

The Passat Sedan makes its commitment to safety clear with 8 airbags located throughout the cabin. Incorporating driver and passenger front and side airbags, the Passat Sedan also makes sure rear passengers are well protected with outer rear seat passenger side airbags and curtain airbags, front and rear, for added head protection should the situation demand.

Seat belt pre-tensioners and safety optimised head restraints

Designed to meet the toughest of safety tests for driver and passenger, the front seat passengers are protected with the safety of seat belt pre-tensioners and belt force limiters that tighten on impact.

The Passat Sedan also features rear seatbelt warnings, so you’ll instantly know whether your rear seat passengers are belted in. Working in unison with the seat belts, the safety optimised front head restraints are designed to reduce whiplash injury, giving optimal protection in critical situations.

Crumple zones

The core Crumple zones of your Volkswagen are designed to protect the cabin and your passengers from the worst effects of an impact.

Power to the people.

Impressive power and intelligent electronic systems might sound like something from a futuristic sci-fi movie. Welcome to the Passat Sedan: the star of the movie.

118kW TSI petrol engine

The remarkable 118kW TSI petrol engine is ideal if you’re looking for an engine that gives more for less. The turbocharged engine pumps out 118kW of power and an impressive 250Nm of torque, and comes mated to the innovative 7-speed DSG transmission. All this combines to create excellent torque and power, with lower fuel consumption and fewer emissions for you. 125kW TDI diesel engine

If you’re looking to go further between fill ups at the pump, the 2.0 litre common rail turbo TDI diesel engine is the perfect engine for the job. Delivering 125kW of power and 350Nm of torque for effortless performance, the engine is matched with the smooth 6-speed DSG transmission. As well as key Volkswagen BlueMotion Technologies, engine Start/ Stop system and brake energy recuperation for lower fuel consumption and emissions.

Start/Stop technology is a clever and simple way to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. Every time you come to a stand still, the engine switches off. When you release the brake pedal the engine starts again, ready to go.

Brake energy recuperation utilises energy normally lost during braking. Every time you decelerate, energy is captured and converted into electrical energy, used to recharge the battery - thereby reducing the load on the engine.

220kW FSI petrol engine

The powerful 3.6 litre V6 direct injection FSI petrol engine represents the ultimate balance between sheer power and efficient engine technologies. Using FSI technology, fuel is injected directly into the engine’s combustion chamber at precisely timed intervals. This creates a more efficient combustion, and a smoother power delivery, producing 220kW of power, and impressive 350Nm of torque.

Delivered through the 6-speed DSG transmission, it’s controlled by pinpoint accuracy thanks to the 4MOTION all-wheel drive system and adaptive chassis control as standard.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Front Assist and City Emergency Brake (City EB) (Optional)

An extension of regular cruise control, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) uses a radar sensor to automatically brake and accelerate (within a set range) to keep a pre-selected distance from other cars on the road. ACC is able to react to moving traffic, speeding up or slowing down (to a pre-selected speed) should a vehicle pull into or depart from your lane.

Using the same radar sensor, Front Assist observes the distance from the car in front, and should a rear collision seem likely, the system kicks in to help prevent any collision or reduce its intensity.

The City EB function can also significantly reduce the severity of collisions by providing an acoustic and visual warning to the driver, as well as automatic braking and/or boosting of braking pressure if required.

DSG transmission

Always one step ahead, the intelligent 6 or 7-speed DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox) transmission has two gear sets and two clutches. One gear set and clutch is engaged while driving the vehicle, while the second clutch (having already pre-selected the next gear) waits for power to be transferred.

Meaning your next gear is never more than 3-4/100ths of a second away. This makes a smoother ride with almost unnoticeable gear changes, and better economy for your pocket as the car selects the optimal gear for power and efficiency. All-in-all, a winning combination.

Park Assist and Lane Assist (Optional)

The Passat Sedan features a variety of standard and optional technologies, all designed to assist the driver and make the journey as smooth and safe as possible. Park assist 2 is one of the optional systems available on the Passat Sedan.

Using sensors mounted in the front and rear of the vehicle, Park Assist 2 is able to identify and manoeuvre the vehicle into spaces, ideal for both parallel and 90 degree parking. All you do is control the speed and let the vehicle do the parking. Park Assist 2 is an optional extra on all Passat models.