Volkswagen Passat Comes Back with Sedan Version, Only for China Market

JAKARTA - Volkswagen (VW) launched the latest generation Passat last year by only providing a wagon version by not providing sedan types in the global market.

However, this German manufacturer is also aware that demand for sedans is still good in several markets, one of which is China. This is what makes VW present a sedan version Passat with a long wheelbase.

Launching RushLane, Tuesday, September 3, a car called Passat Pro was launched at the Chengdu Motor Show exhibition recently.

The VW Passat Pro has a length dimension of up to 5,006 mm, an area of 89 mm from European specifications. Then, its wheelbase reaches 2,871 mm or 30 mm longer than the blue continent version. Then, the width of this car reaches 1,850 mm and a height of 1,489 mm.

In terms of design, Passat Pro has a number of similarities with the Magotan model produced by the FAW-Volkswagen joint venture. In fact, the features presented are almost the same as Magotan.

This German manufacturer takes a more luxurious and authoritative design approach. The front is taken from the European version with a large dark grip, slimmer lighting elements, and a more curved engine hood.

Not only a luxurious look, the sporty aura also radiates on this car with a large rim and a black pillar B. Then, the back is equipped with a wide LED lamp with an aggressive and dynamic bumper.

The cabin is decorated with three screens, including a 15-inch infotainment touch screen, 10.3-inch instrument cluster, and a special screen for the front passenger. Then, there is a modern head-up augmented reality.

The sedan also has a 16-peaker Harman Kardon audio system, an electrically regulateable seat, heating, ventilation, and a massage function. In order to increase comfort, a fragrance and ambient light function is presented about 30 colors.

Passat Pro also has a number of safety equipment including ADAS L2++ IQ. The pilot who accommodates the convenience of the driver.

This premium car was submerged by a 4-cylinder TSI 2.0 liter turbocharged gasoline engine with a power of 217 dk and a torque of up to 350 Nm and an automatic transmission of seven accelerations. In addition, manufacturers also provide basic options with 1.5 TSI machines measuring 158 dk.

Provided in two trims, namely Starry Sky Edition and Pioneer Edition, Passat Pro can now be ordered at a price to be announced in the future.