Shanghai Volkswagen’s new Passat 2.0T Extreme Edition is back on the altar of mid-size cars.

　　At the beginning of the new year, just after the countdown carnival on New Year’s Day, this indicates the official arrival of 2012. Looking back at the trend of the car industry in 2011, although the domestic car market has entered the cold winter in an all-round way, which has affected the annual performance of some car companies, there are still many brand new cars on the scene to stimulate consumers’ nerves. Driven by this market strategy that can quickly attract people’s attention, Volkswagen Group has taken advantage. New Passat, New Magotan, 2012 Tiguan and many other new cars have been updated, which has ushered in a new explosion point.

　　For the origin of the new generation Passat, in view of too many related reports before, I will not explore it in this article. As a heavy joint-venture mid-size car in China in 2011, the listing of the new Passat does have the trend of continuing the hot sale of the old model (Passat B5), and the original German Volkswagen design has also led to a complicated blood relationship between it and the new Magotan. Personally, the new Passat, both in appearance design and interior layout, reflects the luxurious and dynamic style and changes the only administrative and official atmosphere in the past. Next, let everyone feel the charm of the new Passat 2.0T Top Edition (Extreme Edition) through vision!

　　Appearance business movement

　　Although the new Passat has been on the market for more than half a year, with the increasing production capacity and models, its ownership has gradually increased. In recent months, it has become a large family with a monthly sales of 10,000 vehicles, winning the leading position of European B-class cars in one fell swoop, and its strength can be seen.

　　The place where the new Passat can attract people’s attention is the brand-new vehicle shape. Conventionally speaking, it is uncertain when this so-called family design was adopted and which car brand was first used. As for the adoption of this design concept by the public, it is believed that its starting time is not long ago. The key point is that this design not only keeps up with the trend of the times, but also caters to the aesthetic requirements of users, which is the key to success.

　　The brand-new integrated front face design has been gradually popularized in Shanghai Volkswagen models. The new Passat is not a pioneer in this respect, but compared with the single chrome-plated stripes of the new POLO, its three chrome-plated stripes can better reflect its noble temperament. Of course, it is not that the more stripes in the net, the better, but the addition of a new Magotan seems a bit excessive. The blackened headlights separated on both sides are closely connected with the air intake grille, and the lines extending from the hood make the front face quite textured.

　　Careful observation shows that the flying wing Bi-Xenon headlights, like eagle eyes, gaze intently at the front. The newly added LED profile headlights have provided some help in driving safety, and the addition of AFS dynamic corner auxiliary lighting system has further enhanced the sense of science and technology of the new Passat.

　　The rough body lines show the calm side of the new Passat, which is particularly sexy from the front headlights to the edge of the rear taillights. The slightly protruding wheel eyebrows give it a sense of muscle, and the body length of 4870mm provides the new Passat with a wheelbase of 2803mm, which is considered to be the first-class masterpiece among its class models.

　　Compared with the front face, the brand-new tail design lacks sharpness, but it is more acceptable. The combination of roundness, fullness and simplicity and smoothness makes it look more fashionable, which may be to better attract young consumers and add dynamic elements. In addition to adding LED elements to the shuttle-shaped taillights, chrome-plated double exhaust tailpipes can also be used as bright spots, which, like chrome-plated trims, cater to the trend of the times together.

　　The 2.0T top-mounted model in front of you is equipped with specially treated multi-frame radial wheels and 235/45 R18 tires from Deng Lupu, which makes the whole car look full of grades. However, it should be emphasized that this collocation is only an optional configuration. The new Passat is equipped with 17-inch wheels and 215/55 R17 tires as standard except for the low-grade 215/60 R16 tires.

　　The interior is elegant and noble

　　For the interior design of Volkswagen models, it is a low-key and steady look from tens of thousands of yuan to millions of yuan. What is suitable? What is not suitable? Only consumers have to choose for themselves. To tell the truth, the interior design of the new Passat has finally changed, but it is getting closer and closer to the new Magotan. After all, they are all brothers of the same ancestry!

　　In fact, after all, the same and similarity are different. The interior of the new Passat still has some unique features. It offers two interior colors, the beige interior with deep top and light bottom is warm and atmospheric, and the all-black interior highlights the sports style. The latter is decorated with silver wire drawing, and the steering wheel and shift handle are all wrapped in leather, which feels good. The overall interior construction workers continue the meticulous work of the public, only in different positions, there are soft and hard materials.

　　The three-position multi-function steering wheel is a commonplace topic. Since it became a blockbuster in the 6th generation of domestic golf, Volkswagen intends to make it flourish. The exposure of both domestic and imported models has soared. It seems that the family design concept of Volkswagen will gradually spread. Including multimedia control, Bluetooth hands-free, driving computer settings and cruise control settings, all the control buttons are displayed in front of us. The dashboard with black and white colors is also nothing special, but the pursuit is clear, accurate and informative.

　　A quartz clock is designed in the middle of two air-conditioning outlets above the center console, which is not practical, but it is a symbol of status. There are various function buttons in the center console, among which the DVD entertainment navigation system with 6.5-inch color touch screen is the most noteworthy, which contains 30G hard disk and is equipped with 8-speaker professional-grade subwoofer audio, which brings shocking auditory experience to drivers and passengers who like music.

　　Around the leather shift handle, some advanced electronic technology buttons are distributed. The small keyless start button will only be equipped with the top-mounted Extreme Edition model, followed by the familiar ESP switch, parking assistant switch and automatic parking system start-stop button. Followed by the electronic handbrake and Autohold function, the latter can ensure that the vehicle will never flow on the ramp.

　　The skylight of the new Passat adopts multi-gear adjustment, so people in the car can choose the opening area of the skylight according to their own needs, which makes people feel very humanized. However, because the shape of the A-pillar is too streamlined, the position of the skylight is also slightly moved back. Is it to take care of the rear passengers? Speaking of the rear position, it also has quite rich functional configurations. In addition to the electric sunshade of the rear windshield, it is also equipped with an independent air outlet of the rear air conditioner and a 220V power socket.

　　The space is increasing/the power is full.

　　It is worth mentioning that the high-end model is equipped with the welcome function of Easy Entry. At the moment when you open the door and prepare to enter the driver’s seat, the seat will automatically move backwards. When you officially sit on it, it will automatically return to a specific position according to the previous setting. For many ladies, it is very convenient to use.

　　In the leather material of the seat, the Extreme Edition adopts the design of suede and leather mosaic, which improves the air permeability and wear resistance of the seat in the car, and is more elegant in visual effect. The electric 12-way adjustment function can always provide the driver with a comfortable sitting position, and it also has three sets of memory functions, which can be described as meticulous care, while the passenger seat only lacks the memory function. As for the rear seat of the passenger seat, it is adjustable, which provides convenience for the "boss" in the back row.

　　The new Passat is equipped with a one-button window lifting function, which can be lifted in place with a light touch, and can be operated by a remote control key when there are no people in the car. In addition, on all models of the new Passat, dark glass is used in the rear window to ensure the privacy of the occupants, but unfortunately, it is puzzling that it cannot be completely lowered!

　　Of course, innovation also needs inheritance. The storage space in the new Passat is more reasonable than that in the old models. The storage space on the lower left side of the steering wheel is gratifying, and there are more than enough files such as driver’s license and cards in Zhuo Zhuo. The location of the glove box can hold at least three 600ml beverage bottles, and it also has refrigeration function.

　　In addition, the storage space on the front and rear armrest boxes, front cup holders and door panels is satisfactory, but compared with some Japanese cars, there is still room for improvement. From the overall performance, the space practicality of the new Passat is still better than most models of the same class.

　　When you open the trunk of the new Passat, you will find that its volume is increasing. Under normal circumstances, the storage space of the trunk 490L can fully meet the daily use. If you want to further improve the space, just put down the rear seat through the small handles on both sides, which is convenient and fast, but it takes a little effort to close it, so you should pay special attention.

　　The new generation of Passat adopts Volkswagen PQ46 platform, which is also the technology that Magotan models have been using, and the performance of 2.0TSI engine is also one of the best in China, and its strength has been affirmed in Magotan and Volkswagen CC. The 6-speed DSG transmission, code-named DQ250, is a standard product of the 2.0T version. Its advantage lies in faster response. Once it is put into the S gear, the sensitivity of the vehicle will be further improved. In terms of transmission system, four-wheel independent suspension has completely replaced the old torsion beam structure, which brings better comfort and handling for the new car, thanks to AAC fully independent active response suspension system, but compared with some Japanese cars of the same class, the feedback feeling for bumpy roads is still obvious.

　　Editor’s comment: The arrival of the new generation Passat of Shanghai Volkswagen has completely got rid of the old modeling of its previous generations. The application of new technology has further enhanced its market competitiveness, and it is closer to the design of the original model, so that the new Passat can’t avoid direct dialogue with the new Magotan. As for the market positioning of the two, it is difficult for many consumers to distinguish them. As far as personal aesthetics is concerned, Xiao Bian feels that the design of the new Passat is more natural both outside and inside. I believe that with the supplement of more versions, its market performance is expected to restore its courage in the past and launch a new impact on the top three Japanese companies!

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