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Ninth-generation Passat on final test drives 

Tallulah HendersonBy Tallulah HendersonJuly 13, 20231 Min Read
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Thanks to MQB evo, different drive types are possible. It will be offered with TDI, TSI, eTSI and eHybrid
The vehicle dynamics system controls the functions of the electronic differential locks (XDS) and the lateral dynamics components of the controlled shock absorbers in the DCC Pro system
The new Passat is 14cm longer than its predecessor. The luggage compartment capacity is also increased by 40 liters to 690 liters, and by 140 liters to 1,920 liters when the rear bench seat is folded down
Camber stiffness has been increased and the new model offers greater lateral force steering of the four-link rear axle, a new electromechanical steering setup, modified anti-roll bars and shock absorbers
New IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights have a range of around 500m. At the rear, there is a continuous horizontal LED strip for the tail-light clusters
The new standard infotainment display measures 12.9in; a 15in display is available as an option

Volkswagen’s newest Passat will be unveiled at the end of August before it is launched next year; until then, the only images being released are of the car cloaked in camouflage.  

The ninth-generation Passat, which celebrates its 50th  anniversary this year, sits on the latest version of VW’s modular transverse matrix (MQB evo). According to the auto maker, it has been rigorously tested globally on harsh terrain and conditions including on snow and up mountains. 

The new model is equipped with new technologies including an intuitive display and operating concept, a high-quality interior, a new adaptive chassis control system, new seats and plug-in hybrid drives with electric ranges of up to 10km.    

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