Volkswagen Passat is a front- or all-wheel drive mid-size sedan (that is, a representative of the "D-segment" according to the European classification), in which a solid and laconic design, a spacious interior, a productive technical "filling" and a balanced "driving" potential "coexist" ... the main target audience (however, it is not strictly limited to this framework) of the car are well-off middle-aged and older family men who are able to achieve their goals and have a modern worldview ...
The next (eighth in a row) generation of "Passat" with the "B8" index first appeared before the public on July 3, 2014 - at the official presentation in the brand's design center in Potsdam, and the world premiere of the car took place a little later - at the Paris Motor Show in October of the same year ... But even before the show in the capital of France, it became available for order on the European market, but it only reached Russia in the second half of 2015.
In early February 2019, the Germans declassified an updated version of the eighth generation three-volume in the European specification (this is the car that is supplied to the Russian market), and the following month it made its debut at the motor show in Geneva. During the modernization, the exterior was slightly "refreshed" by the car, tweaking the bumpers, radiator grille and lighting equipment, improving the interior, shaking up the range of power units (but not for Russia) and separating new options.
The sedan looks solid and stocky, and the clue to this is the proportions, which have changed dramatically compared to its predecessor. However, in the appearance of the German bestseller, there are not so many spectacular design solutions that the eye could catch.
The front part of the Volkswagen Passat sedan of the 8th generation is distinguished by interestingly traced headlights with lines of LED running lights and, again, LED "stuffing", interconnected by chrome crossbars of the radiator grille. A relief bumper with aerodynamic elements and stylish foglights complements the picture.
The impressive silhouette of the eighth generation Volkswagen Passat is emphasized by a coupe-shaped roof, a long sloping hood, sharp strokes of stampings and "muscular" wheel arches with large discs inside. The rear of the car evokes associations with the more prestigious Phaeton thanks to the shape of the LED lights, the graphics of which depend on the equipment, and the powerful bumper with two integrated exhaust pipes in the form of trapezoids.
The Eighth Passat is still a European Class D player, which is 4775 mm long, 1483 mm high and 1832 mm wide. The sedan has a wheelbase of 2,786 mm, and the distance from the bottom to the road is 160 mm.
Interior
The interior design of the "Be-eighth" looks interesting and expensive, even more - in its appearance it resembles a premium model. Well, its most memorable feature is the air duct line, which crosses the entire panel and its design echoes the radiator grill.
The multifunctional steering wheel is sportingly truncated in the lower part, and the instrument cluster can be represented by "analog instruments" recessed in shallow "wells" or an interactive electronic panel with an 11.7-inch display.
The center console looks stylish and modern, and is headed by the multimedia complex display, which, depending on the version, can have a diagonal of 6.5, 8.0 or 9.2 inches. Slightly below is the "microclimate" control unit with three washers and auxiliary buttons.
Finishing materials inside and elaboration of details - at the level of representatives of more prestigious classes. The interior of the car uses soft plastics, genuine leather, inserts made of real wood and aluminum.
Front seats with widely spaced lateral bolsters have pleasant filling and wide adjustment ranges. The rear sofa is shaped for two people, but there will be enough space for a third person, although too tall riders will prop up the sloping roof with their heads. An individual climatic unit is offered as an option for the "gallery".
The cargo compartment is the trump card of the "eighth" VW Passat. The trunk volume of the three-volume model is 586 liters, and it is supported by an ideal shape and high-quality finish. The back of the "gallery" is folded in unequal parts, due to which the capacity of the "hold" increases to 1152 liters.
In the underground car there is not even a "dokatka", but the dimensions of the niche are encouraging - a full-fledged spare wheel can also fit here.
Specifications
In the Russian market, the restyled Volkswagen Passat of the eighth generation is offered exclusively with two gasoline four-cylinder TSI engines, equipped with turbocharging, direct fuel injection, 16-valve DOHC timing belt and phase shifters at the inlet and outlet:
- The first option is a 1.4-liter unit that generates 150 horsepower at 5000-6000 rpm and 250 Nm of torque at 1500-3000 rpm.
- The second is a unit with a working volume of 2.0 liters, producing 190 hp. at 4180-6000 rpm and 320 Nm of peak thrust at 1500-4100 rpm.
Both engines work jointly with a 7-band "robot" DSG with two clutches and drive wheels on the front axle, however, the "younger" is supposed to have a 6-speed "mechanics" by default.
From a place to the first "hundred" four-door accelerates after 7.5-8.8 seconds, gaining maximum 213-238 km / h, and in mixed conditions, on average, "destroys" from 5.5 to 6.3 liters of fuel for every 100 km of track.
It is worth noting that in European countries the car is also offered with a 2.0-liter petrol engine producing 272 hp. (350 Nm), turbodiesels with a volume of 1.6-2.0 liters, developing 120-240 hp. (250-500 Nm), and a hybrid power plant with a capacity of 218 hp. (250 Nm). In addition, there the sedan can also be equipped with an all-wheel drive transmission with a Haldex multi-plate clutch, which connects the wheels of the rear axle.
Design features
VW Passat B8 is built on the modular MQB architecture, the use of which allowed the car to lose up to 85 kilograms of weight at once.
The front suspension on the three-volume is represented by MacPherson struts, the rear is a four-link structure with a steel subframe on front-wheel drive modifications and aluminum on all-wheel drive vehicles. An electromechanical power steering with a progressive characteristic is built into the steering gear, and the braking system with discs "in a circle" (front - ventilated) is equipped with ABS, EBD and other electronic assistants.
As an option, a sports chassis or an adaptive DCC suspension with electronically controlled shock absorbers is offered for the "ba-eighth".
Options and prices
In the Russian market, the eighth generation Volkswagen 2021′Passat is sold in three trim levels to choose from - Respect, Business and Exclusive.
For a car in the basic configuration, equipped exclusively with a 1.4-liter engine and a DSG "robot", you will have to pay at least 2,096,000 rubles. By default, it is equipped with: six airbags, air conditioning, 16-inch steel wheels, electric drive and heated mirrors, "cruise", four power windows, a media center with a 6.5-inch screen, LED headlights, ABS, ESP, ERA-GLONASS system, heated front armchairs and other options.
For the Business version with a 150-horsepower engine and a "robot" they ask from 2,446,000 rubles, and with a 190-horsepower - from 2,536,000 rubles. Its features are: three-zone climate control, a media system with an 8-inch touchscreen, seat upholstery made of leather and artificial suede, a rain sensor, a navigator, a rear-view camera, 16-inch alloy wheels, rear parking sensors and other "chips".
You cannot buy a "top" modification cheaper than 2,686,000 rubles, and for a 2.0-liter engine you will have to pay another 90,000 rubles. Its privileges include: a keyless entry system, additional climate control from the rear row, an electric boot lid and some other equipment.
In addition, the Passat offers a wide range of optional "bells and whistles": adaptive cruise control, matrix headlights, heated rear seats, panoramic sunroof, all-round cameras, adaptive chassis, head-up display, multimedia complex with a 9.2-inch scoreboard, etc. etc.
