What car is the Passat with letters?
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The Passat with letters refers to either the new Passat or the Phaeton. The latest models of the Passat feature the lettering "PASSAT." Additionally, there is a "larger" version of the Passat that also has lettering, which reads "PHAETON"—this is actually the Phaeton. More details are as follows: 1. The Phaeton is a flagship sedan produced by Volkswagen and is an imported model. However, as of July 2019, the Phaeton has been completely discontinued. 2. In terms of body dimensions, the new Passat measures 4933*1836*1469mm. In terms of powertrain, the new Passat comes with two engine options: a 1.4L and a 2.0L. The 1.4L engine delivers a maximum horsepower of 150 hp and a maximum power output of 110 kW. The low-power version of the 2.0L engine offers a maximum horsepower of 186 hp and a maximum power output of 137 kW.
As a Volkswagen owner, let me talk about this inside joke. In the past, the 'Volkswagen with letters' specifically referred to the Phaeton, a low-key car whose price could buy two Passats. Later, when the Passat B8 was updated, it also adopted this style, placing the 'PASSAT' letters right in the middle of the rear end, which could easily confuse experienced drivers at first glance. Actually, the distinction method is simple: the Phaeton's letters are in a separate area below the taillights, while the new Passat's letters are embedded in the full-width taillight. Now even the Sagitar and Lavida have started using letter badges, as manufacturers have figured out that consumers love this premium feel. A friend at a modification shop told me that recently, many old Passat owners have specifically come to add letter badges, showing that this nostalgia marketing is quite successful.
