New Volkswagen Passat: Engine, Performance and Key Features Explained

Saudi Arabia: The all-new Volkswagen Passat returns to Saudi Arabia priced from SAR 117,653. It is offered across three trims: Trendline, Comfortline, and Highline, with a choice of two turbocharged engines. Volkswagen calls it the longest Passat in its segment and the most spacious ever built. It is backed by ventilated massage seats, a 520-liter trunk, and a full suite of driver-assistance technology.

Quick facts:

• Starting price: SAR 117,653, including VAT
• Two engines: 1.5L TSI (158 hp) and 2.0L TSI (217 hp)
• Transmission: 7-speed DSG across both engines, front-wheel drive
• Trunk capacity: 520 liters, described as class-leading
• Ventilated massage seats front and rear, including soft headrest pillows in the rear

Pricing and Ownership

Detail	Figure
Starting price	SAR 117,653 (incl. VAT)
Trims	Trendline, Comfortline, Highline
Warranty	3 years, unlimited mileage
Service plan	5 years or 75,000 km, whichever comes first
Roadside assistance	5 years
Service interval	Every 15,000 km or 1 year, whichever comes first

Engine and Performance

The Passat offers a genuine choice of two engines in Saudi Arabia, both paired with a 7-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic and front-wheel drive.

Spec	1.5L TSI	2.0L TSI
Max power	118 kW / 158 hp	162 kW / 217 hp
Max torque	250 Nm	350 Nm
Transmission	7-speed DSG	7-speed DSG
Drive type	2WD (front-wheel drive)	2WD (front-wheel drive)
Fuel tank capacity	69 liters	69 liters

It gives a clear choice between the efficient 1.5L TSI and the stronger-performing 2.0L TSI in the same body. 

Dimensions and Space

Volkswagen markets this generation as the longest Passat in its segment and the most spacious ever built, and the wheelbase and trunk figures clearly reflect it. 

Dimension	Figure
Length	4,990 mm
Width	1,854 mm
Height	1,487 mm
Wheelbase	2,871 mm
Trunk capacity	520 liters
Seating capacity	5

Volkswagen adds that the cabin includes 17 storage compartments throughout to keep your luggage, shopping, and everyday items organized.

Exterior Design

The Passat's front end centers on a floating grille design connected by a seamless LED strip and illuminated VW logos. IQ.Light matrix headlights adapt to traffic in real time, adjusting the beam pattern automatically.

• 19-inch alloy wheels
• Remote engine start
• IQ.Light LED dual-lens matrix headlights, adapting to traffic conditions in real time
• LED taillights with daytime running lights, using a super-red surface design
• Illuminated front and rear logos, plus a dynamic LED strip and indicators
• Electrically adjustable and foldable exterior mirrors
• Panoramic sunroof

Buyers can choose from six exterior finishes: Pure White, Grenadilla Black, Bambus Grey, Black Berry, Deepest Ocean Blue, and Silver Leaf.

Interior and Comfort

The Passat's comfort features go noticeably further than a typical sedan in this segment:

• 3-zone smart climate control for tailored temperatures across the cabin
• Ventilated massage seats, front and rear, including soft headrest pillows in the rear
• Driver and front passenger seats with 12-way electric adjustment and 4-way lumbar support
• Electrically adjustable front passenger seat, controllable from the rear
• Rear seats with an electric incline function
• 30-color ambient lighting
• Keyless entry and lock with an easy-open trunk

Volkswagen specifically frames the rear-seat experience as "business class," as it offers a combination of massage function, headrest pillows, and the incline-adjustable rear seats.

Technology and Infotainment

The Passat's cockpit is built around a floating touchscreen paired with a fully digital instrument cluster and a head-up display:

• 12.9-inch or 15-inch infotainment system with wired and wireless App-Connect
• 10.25-inch digital cockpit
• Head-up display
• Wireless phone charging
• Front and rear USB ports
• 7-speaker audio system with Bluetooth connectivity

Driver Assistance and Safety

Volkswagen splits the Passat's driver-assistance package across trim levels, with a solid baseline on the entry trim and a more advanced suite on higher trims.

Standard on the entry-level trim:

• Park distance control, front and rear
• Cruise control with speed limiter
• Rear-view camera
• IQ.Drive Select for tailored drive modes
• Front dual and side airbags

Added on higher trims:

• Adaptive cruise control
• Front assist, which detects obstacles ahead and can apply automatic braking
• Blind spot monitor
• Lane assist to help keep the vehicle centered
• Pre-crash occupant protection system
• Pedestrian protection active engine hood

Final Thoughts

The new Volkswagen Passat re-enters the Saudi market as a genuinely upscale option within the mid-size Sedan segment. With the clear choice of two turbocharged engines, a rear-seat experience, massage function, incline adjustment, and dedicated headrest pillows. It offers something that its rivals could not match, starting from just SAR 117,653. VW also backs it with a strong 3-year unlimited-mileage warranty and a 5-year service plan. 

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