Vw Passat receives higher level of standard specification

The best-selling Passat model, the SE, which accounted for over half of UK sales of the range last year, is set to be replaced by an all-new variant – the Passat Highline. This new permanent addition to the range features a higher level of standard specification than the SE it supersedes. Replacing the cloth trim is full Vienna leather upholstery complete with heated front seats, a multifunction steering wheel and a set of four carpet mats. This is in addition to the Passat’s already comprehensive range of standard equipment which includes air conditioning, an eight-speaker stereo system and cruise control.

Externally the Passat Highline is distinguished by a set of new 17-inch ‘Macau’ multispoke alloy wheels – an upgrade from the SE’s 16-inch rims. The SE’s chrome window surrounds and body-coloured bumper strips remain.The combined value of the new equipment totals £2,125 – yet the new Passat Highline costs just £250 more than the SE, with prices starting at £18,890 for the 1.8-litre TSI 160 PS saloon.
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Whelan - 2/12/2008 10:13:49 AM

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I always knew the Jetta and Passat were similar in looks in past generations, except for the last one where you could clearly tell them apart. Seeing them on the road I have to get pretty close to identify one from the other, and the taillamps still bother me to no end. Just like those on the Range Rover where the orange reflector part is actually where the red brake lamp shines through. Odd.

EnnNorak - 2/12/2008 10:16:50 AM

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The spokes shown are begging for curb damage. Spokes on rims should always curve inward and not outward. Avoid low-profile harsh-riding tires. Tires should always bulge out sufficiently to protect rims from curb damage when parking. Tires are able to withstand minor scuffing at unmeasurably low speeds but rims are not.

Rupert - 2/12/2008 11:02:51 AM

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Standard leather - impressive on a Passat.