Interior Build

 

The Volkswagen Passat best features are the straight, clean lines and the design language. The interior of the car is beautiful in a utilitarian way. But it does not have true inspiration to give the passenger complete satisfaction. The Volkswagen Passat best features include the cabin. It has its merit. It is among the comfiest and spacious in the midsize sedan segment. The car has thin door pillars and an open cabin. Thus, the onward visibility in the Volkswagen Passat is great. There is not much variation in trunk space among family sedans. The seats do not fold flat completely. But you can still fit more than 15 carry-on suitcases behind the front seats. The Volkswagen Passat is at the bottom of the list among family sedans in the trunk capacity department. But one of the Volkswagen Passat best features is the large back seat of the vehicle for this very reason.

 

Utility

 

The cost of a fully-loaded Volkswagen Passat is in line with most of its rivals. Buyers get a lot of space and features for the price. The vehicle is missing some vital features, such as a more powerful engine and ventilated seats. But the Volkswagen Passat is well equipped for the most part. The interior is not as premium or beautiful as you will get in other cars. But the finish and fit are robust. The Volkswagen Passat has no major build quality issues. The car has powertrain and bumper-to-bumper warranties for four years. That is usual in this segment. Buyers also get three years of roadside assistance and two years of included maintenance.

 

Technological Changes

 

Volkswagen Passat gives a good amount of technology, including standard Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Integrated navigation is present on the top tier. It is simple to program and has on-screen controls that hide when not required. The company also allows the passenger to connect his smartphone to start the vehicle or check the fuel level remotely. We also like the bass-heavy and clean sound of the audio system. But the voice controls are average at best. The driver aids also perform well. The adaptive cruise maintains a good gap in traffic and holds the speeds downhill. The blind-spot monitor does its job well too. But the parking sensor is overly sensitive and gets annoying at times. There was also an issue with the backup camera that does not always turn on at the right times.

 

Driving Experience

 

The Volkswagen Passat has satisfactory driving, and the engine does not have the punch. This makes the car one of the slowest in the segment. There is also no optional engine to improve the performance, unlike several of its rivals. There is a delay when you press the acceleration. The transmission always seeks to upshift. This proves that the engine does not have much power. The car also feels a little sluggish when driving on the highway. Another one of the issues present in the car is the braking performance. The panic-stopping distance is longer than the usual for a car in this segment. An uneven pedal response makes it a little frustrating to get the car to a complete halt. Things get a little better when the roads get a little curvier. In turn, the Volkswagen Passat is composed and smooth. The steering does not have much feedback, but it is swift and light. This makes the car easy to maneuver and park in tight spaces.

 

Comfort Factor

 

The Volkswagen Passat is on the plush side. It gives comfort with a smooth ride that silences most of the imperfections on the road. A few drivers may like a sportier and firmer ride. But the Volkswagen Passat gives a lot of comfort for the daily drive. The supportive and wide front seats are good too. Some passengers may like more padding on the seats. But the relaxed fit shape does a good job of keeping the passengers in place when turning corners. The dual-zone climate control does a good job too. The air condition is powerful, and there are vents for rear passengers. The fans can be a little loud when cranked up, but not a lot so. Otherwise, the vehicle is silent with a little noise on rough surfaces.

 

Conclusion

 

The Volkswagen Passat does not have style and personality, but there is still a lot in the car. It is spacious and comfy and has some of the best driver aids and tech in the segment. The interiors are bigger than what its rivals give. The silent cabin and the smooth ride remind you that it is a posh car. We think that the car could have been made a little more fun to drive. It has an average engine that needs more refinement and power.