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The Volkswagen Passat model range consists of a Saloon, Estate and now the new Alltrack.
Prices for the Volkswagen Passat saloon range from £19,305 for the entry-level S model and rise to £22,630 for the range topping Sport model.
Prices for the Volkswagen Passat Estate range from £20,620 for the entry-level S model and rise to £24,010 for the range topping Sport model.
The new Volkswagen Passat Alltrack is priced at £28,405 and is equipped with 4MOTION all-wheel drive, raised off-road suspension and Hill Start Assist enabling it to cope with the most challenging of road conditions.
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