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Passat Model Changes!!!

So we've all been looking at the 2013 line-up to see what changes have been made. The 2013 Passat gets no exterior changes (it's a brand new car), but it does get a few changes in the interior and technology departments. Unfortunately, the new model will no longer come standard with Climatronic (Dual Zone Climate Control), this will be a feature reserved for the SEL trim levels. Don't get too sad, though. To make up for it, Volkswagen is now offering a re-designed center console with AC vents in the rear for the SE trim levels and up. They are also adding a new trunk hinge cover over all trim levels. It looks much nicer with this cover on. Also, SEL models equipped with navigation will get an added bonus to their trial subscription of satellite radio. Instead of just 3 months of music, the car will now also come with 4 years of traffic pre-paid! They'll also be getting a back-up camera! Nice!

300k miles.......

Hydraulics are Standard!!!

But not the kind that make your car jump, lol. The new VW lineup, including the Passat, comes up with HBA (Hydraulic Brake Assist). This is an incredible feature that helps you stop faster, and better.

Ever been driving and had a car jump out in front of you? Most of us have. In that situation, we usually slam on the brakes, or hesitate and then slam on the brakes. We may even slam on the brakes, and then check up accidentally. Well HBA helps to make sure we stop on time. The system can detect, through the way you press the pedal, whether or not you are in an emergency stopping situation. It does this by measuring the pressure in the brake pedal, and by measuring the pressure gradient (change in pressure over a time interval) to detect an emergency braking situation.

Basically, if the driver doesn't brake hard enough, the HBA system kicks in and adjusts brake pressure to maximum. This will help you stop faster and in a shorter distance! Hydraulics!!!

Check out the next safety tip in the Golf R Blog next time.

Is that the new Passat?

I Dare You to Cross this Line! R-Line, that is.

That's right. Volkswagen has released the 2012 Passat R-Line for many parts of the world (yes, we're still waiting). The car will be offered with more aggressively styled bumpers, sporting air diffusers on both the front and rear. The car will also feature VW's characteristic R-Line badging on the door sills and aluminum pedals. Attached to the rear, you will find a cleverly integrated rear spoiler to help stabilize the car at higher speeds. Offered in both sedan and wagon trims, this Passat is sure to turn heads.

2013 Passat Alltrack

What if you could have the comfort, luxury, and space of a Passat; with the ease and capability of a Tiguan or Touareg. Well, now some of us can. Check out what the European fans will be able to purchase later this year. Theres only one thing wrong with it, ITS NOT COMING TO THE US!!!! ;(

Spy Shots!!!

Check out these photos of the all-new 2012 Passat Dubbed Out. Volkswagen customized a base model SE passat with an H&R suspension, OZ Racing wheels with carbon fiber center caps, a mean aero package, and some nice vinyl to back it up. This car was done for a VW photo shoot, maybe a hint at whats coming for the aftermarket side? Oh, one more thing. The car had parking distance sensors installed, something not currently offered on the Passat. Hmmmm.... We love upgrades......



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