The New Volkswagen Passat Highline

The New Volkswagen Passat Highline

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.

The new aesthetic changes are complemented by the introduction of a new 2.0-litre TDI common rail diesel engine to the Passat model range.  Linked to a choice of six-speed manual or DSG gearboxes the new engine will be sold alongside the popular 1.9-litre TDI engine as well as the new petrol 1.8-litre TSI 160 PS unit.

The new Passat Highline is on sale now in either saloon or estate bodystyles.

Volkswagen Passat Saloon Highline

Engine	CO2	‘On the road’ RRP
1.8-litre TSI 160 PS 6 spd manual	180	£18,890
1.8-litre TSI 160 PS 6 spd auto tiptronic	195	£20,225
1.9-litre TDI 105 PS 5 spd manual	148	£18,075
2.0-litre TDI 140 PS 6 spd manual	153	£19,720
2.0-litre TDI 140 PS 6 spd DSG	163	£20,990

Volkswagen Passat Estate Highline

Engine	CO2	‘On the road’ RRP
1.8-litre TSI 160 PS 6 spd manual	186	£20,050
1.8-litre TSI 160 PS 6 spd auto tiptronic	199	£21,345
1.9-litre TDI 105 PS 5 spd manual	153	£19,220
2.0-litre TDI 140 PS 6 spd manual	156	£20,840
2.0-litre TDI 140 PS 6 spd DSG	165	£22,110

 

Our Volkswagen Passat Guide lists the full specification of the current UK Passat range, including car prices, fuel consumption, dimensions and other vital data.

Price Range: £15,825 - £26,365
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Models in the range: 14

We have road tested the Volkswagen Passat, to read our in-depth car review:

Volkswagen Passat Review - May 2005

Our Car Buyer’s Guide covers all of the UK’s major new cars and includes CO2 ratings and car insurance groups. Data updated on the 25th Jun 2008

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