What models does the Volkswagen Passat have?
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The Volkswagen Passat models include: Volkswagen Passat 280TSI, Volkswagen Passat 330TSI, Volkswagen Passat 380TSI, Volkswagen Passat 1.4TSI, Volkswagen Passat 1.8T, etc. Taking the 2020 Volkswagen Passat 280TSI as an example, it belongs to the mid-size car category with body dimensions of: length 4933mm, width 1836mm, and height 1469mm. The 2020 Volkswagen Passat 280TSI features a front MacPherson strut independent suspension and a rear multi-link independent suspension. It is equipped with a 1.4L turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 150PS, a maximum power of 110kW, and a maximum torque of 250Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
The Passat lineup is actually quite diverse. In Europe, the focus is on the wagon version and the Alltrack crossover, which boasts an exceptionally spacious trunk that's very practical. In China, the most common version is the three-box sedan Passat, ranging from the 1.4T 280TSI to the high-power 2.0T 380TSI, and there's also the plug-in hybrid GTE version. The overseas version, known as the B8 Magotan, shares the same roots as the Passat. The German Passat Variant wagon is called the Variant in China. The recently released ninth generation even features a new 1.5T mild hybrid system, with matrix headlights and a digital cockpit that are quite eye-catching.
Over the years running my repair shop, the most common car I've seen is the SAIC Volkswagen Passat. The 2023 model offers two designs: the classic front fascia and the Starry Sky edition. The main variant is the 330TSI Luxury version, featuring a 2.0T low-power engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, suitable for both business and family use. The plug-in hybrid 430PHEV version can run 63 km on pure electric power, with obvious advantages of green license plates. Overseas performance enthusiasts chase the Passat R-line with its sporty kit, though it's unfortunately not introduced in China. When it comes to classics, we must mention the 2005 generation Passat Lingyu, whose rounded design still has collectors today.
