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A more energy-dense pack for the Passat GTE translates to more range. For the 2020 model year, the sedan achieves 56 kilometers under the WLTP cycle while the family-oriented wagon is capable of 54 kilometers. In total, Volkswagen managed to squeeze out 13 kWh from the lithium-ion battery.
Now available to order in Germany, the Passat GTE is described as perfect for day-to-day journeys in urban settings. The eco-friendly model operates both the electric motor and TSI turbo four-cylinder for longer distances and at speeds of more than 140 km/h. Also appealing as a company car, fleet operators are required to pay less for using the Passat GTE compared to an ICE-only vehicle.
Pricing? The mid-size model with plug-in hybrid assistance is available in Germany from 44,795 euros for the sedan and 45,810 for the Passat GTE Variant, which is pretty good value overall. Only three driving modes as opposed to the previous five simplify the operation of the vehicle. These are EV for all-electric driving, GTE for sporty driving scenarios, and Hybrid for a perfect balance.
Like the rest of the lineup, the Passat GTE benefits from a redesigned exterior and upgraded interior. A high-resolution digital instrument cluster, connected infotainment system, 9.2-inch touchscreen display, wireless Apple CarPlay, and advanced voice commands are a few of the highlights. Travel Assist is Volkswagen’s way of saying Level 2 semi-autonomous driving.
The system enables hands-free driving at speeds of up to 210 km/h (130 mph), but the steering wheel needs to be touched every 10 seconds or so because that’s what legislation mandates for the time being. The Society of Automotive Engineers says that “hands-off” shouldn’t be taken literally, so there you have it.
B8 is how Volkswagen calls the eighth generation of the Passat, in production since 2014 and underpinned by the MQB vehicle platform shared with the Golf compact hatchback and Atlas crossover utility vehicle. The Passat GTE was launched in 2014 at the Paris Motor Show.
Pricing? The mid-size model with plug-in hybrid assistance is available in Germany from 44,795 euros for the sedan and 45,810 for the Passat GTE Variant, which is pretty good value overall. Only three driving modes as opposed to the previous five simplify the operation of the vehicle. These are EV for all-electric driving, GTE for sporty driving scenarios, and Hybrid for a perfect balance.
Like the rest of the lineup, the Passat GTE benefits from a redesigned exterior and upgraded interior. A high-resolution digital instrument cluster, connected infotainment system, 9.2-inch touchscreen display, wireless Apple CarPlay, and advanced voice commands are a few of the highlights. Travel Assist is Volkswagen’s way of saying Level 2 semi-autonomous driving.
The system enables hands-free driving at speeds of up to 210 km/h (130 mph), but the steering wheel needs to be touched every 10 seconds or so because that’s what legislation mandates for the time being. The Society of Automotive Engineers says that “hands-off” shouldn’t be taken literally, so there you have it.
B8 is how Volkswagen calls the eighth generation of the Passat, in production since 2014 and underpinned by the MQB vehicle platform shared with the Golf compact hatchback and Atlas crossover utility vehicle. The Passat GTE was launched in 2014 at the Paris Motor Show.
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