2014 Volkswagen Passat Sedan Photos, engines & full specs

If you are considering buying a midsize sedan, the 2014 Volkswagen Passat is one of the interesting options. Maybe you didn't know that It's the only European car in the family sedan segment. It's also the only sedan in this class that offers a diesel engine option with a fuel economy almost close de hybrid sedans, emphasized by a start-stop system.

If it's to talk about the design. Passat gives that specific German style design with a wide variety of precisely drawn edges and creases that develop individual light-reflecting surfaces. The radiator grille is designed to be significantly larger than the headlights. All three equipment versions (Trendline, Comfortline, Highline) are upgraded by four chrome bars.

On the sides, these bars bend inward towards the headlights in a trapezoid shape. The lowermost chrome bar of the grille is continued into the headlights. Above the grille and the headlights, another chrome accent extends across the entire width of the front end, and it is continued laterally in the character line (from "Highline").

Volkswagen developed an entirely new lighting design for the eighth-generation Passat. The car is being offered with halogen and LED headlights. In particular, the two versions' LED headlights create an unmistakable look.

The interior cabin of Passat is very spacious. Space up front is good, offering the necessary adjustment positions for the seats and steering wheel for a comfortable driving position. The Passat has plenty of legroom and headroom in the back, giving enough comfort for adults.

The spacious trunk offers 15.9 cubic feet of cargo, a very good number compared to its competitors, and a large pass-through gives you plenty of room to haul bulkier items when the rear seats are folded.

The quality of the VW Passat's interior materials is among the best in the class. Everything feels well screwed together, giving you the feeling of the VW solidity. The overall cabin design is minimalist, while the layout of gauges and controls is refreshingly simple.

Riding the Passat is a very good long-distance cruiser. It is very comfy and quiet, even at higher speeds. The only complaint is that the steering is a bit inert, but the DSG gearbox compensates.

The fuel economy is very good for both diesel and petrol engines. Is it a good family car? Yes, it is, it has many safety features, and it is worth mentioning that it gained 5 stars out of five on crash tests. It's the only European car in the family sedan segment, and that heritage is evident in its clean styling, tidy, down-to-business interior design, and solid, composed highway ride. It is comfortable, and when buying it, it is good to think that due to its strong brand image, it will keep its value better when resold.