Monday, November 25, 2013

LA Auto Show Coverage - 2014 Passat

Greetings from the Los Angeles International Auto Show! 

This year Volkswagen has previewed several models that will be coming out in 2014. Because I am so excited to share details with you all, I will be breaking down all my LA Auto Show coverage into several posts this week.

The all new 1.8L TSI engine is here! This new turbocharged engine is smaller, lighter, and more efficient than the 2.5L engine that it’s replacing. Built in our new, state-of-the-art engine facility in Silao, Mexico, the new 1.8L TSI delivers higher torque at a lower rpm, with better throttle response, and stronger acceleration. It’s estimated to provide higher fuel economy while using regular 87 octane gas. More bang for your buck! The all new engine can be found in the 2014 Jetta, Passat, Beetle Coupe and Convertible, and will be in the 2015 Golf.

This will be the year for special editions, and the Passat will definitely not be left out in that mix. The Wolfsburg Edition was already released earlier this year for our 2012 Motortrend Car of the Year winner. The Wolfsburg Edition-badged Passat is loaded with a mix of standard features found in SE and above trim levels, but closer to a Passat S price. This gives customers the opportunity of getting more premium features, but at a special value. 2014 models receive the following features:

  • 6 speed Tiptronic automatic with Sport Mode
  • 16 inch San Jose alloy wheels
  • V-tex leatherette seating surfaces
  • 6 way power driver’s seat
  • Heated front seats
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
  • Car-Net Connectivity with complimentary trial
  • MDI integration
  • SiriusXM satellite radio with complimentary trial

Sometime next year, Volkswagen will be releasing another special edition Passat called the Passat Sport Edition. Currently on display at the LA Auto Show, the Passat Sport Edition sits pretty on 19 inch wheels, with a clean white exterior and black roof and side view mirror detailing. The interior is nicely equipped as an SE with Sunroof, but with carbon fiber finish. The suspension is rumored to be slightly different than the current Passat, but no final production details are confirmed yet, including pricing. All we do know for sure is, it looks really nice. 



Stay tuned for more updates this week from the West. For questions and comments, tweet us @stohlmanauto. Until next time!



Esther Cho
Volkswagen Product Specialist
@esther_ch5



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