The original Volkswagen Passat was introduced way back in 1973, and multiple generations since then have helped cement its status as a brand-defining VW large family car. More than 34 million have been sold during its five-decade lifespan, and the Passat shows no signs of tiring just yet, with this latest model boasting a cutting-edge plug-in hybrid drivetrain among the broad-based engine line-up.
The Passat is now only available as an estate, reflecting market preferences. It’s now a bigger car than ever before, measuring over 4.9 metres long, helping underline its family-friendly credentials (and providing new competition to its internal VW Group sibling, the Skoda Superb).
