{{For|a complete overview of all Volkswagen Passat models|Volkswagen Passat}}{{Infobox automobile | name = Volkswagen Passat (B8) | image = 2017 Volkswagen Passat SE Business TDi BM 2.0.jpg | manufacturer = Volkswagen | production = {{ubl | 2014–December 2021 (saloon, Europe)<ref name="Volkswagen Passat saloon axed but popular estate continues">{{cite web |last=Page |first=Felix |date=2022-01-06 |url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/volkswagen-passat-saloon-axed-popular-estate-continues |title=Volkswagen Passat saloon axed but popular estate continues |work=Autocar |access-date=2022-01-07}}</ref> | 2014–2023 (estate)<ref name="Volkswagen Passat saloon axed but popular estate continues"/> | 2016–2024 (Magotan) }} | aka = Volkswagen Magotan (China) | assembly = {{ubl | Germany: Emden, Lower Saxony; Zwickau, Saxony (Zwickau-Mosel Plant) | China: Changchun (FAW-VW: Magotan) | India: Aurangabad (CKD: 2017–2020) | Malaysia: Pekan (HICOM; CKD: 2016–2022) }} | designer = Walter de Silva | class = Mid-size car (D) | body_style = {{ubl | 4-door sedan | 5-door estate }} | layout = {{unbulleted list | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive | Front-engine, four-wheel-drive (4motion) }} | platform = Volkswagen Group MQB | related = {{unbulleted list | Volkswagen Passat (China, 2019) | Volkswagen Arteon | Volkswagen Tiguan Mk2 | Škoda Superb (B8) }} | engine = {{unbulleted list | '''Petrol:''' | 1.4 L ''EA211'' TSI I4 | 1.4 L ''EA211'' TSI PHEV I4 | 1.5 L ''EA211 EVO'' TSI I4 | 1.8 L ''EA888'' TSI I4 | 2.0 L ''EA888'' TSI I4 | '''Diesel:''' | 1.6 L TDI CR I4 | 2.0 L TDI CR I4 | 2.0 L BiTDI CR I4 }} | motor = Permanent magnet synchronous (e-Hybrid) | transmission = {{unbulleted list | 6-speed manual | 6-speed DSG dual clutch automatic | 7-speed DSG dual clutch automatic }} | wheelbase = {{unbulleted list | {{convert|2786|-|2791|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | {{convert|2871|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Magotan) }} | length = {{unbulleted list | {{convert|4767|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | {{convert|4866|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Magotan) }} | width = {{convert|1832|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | height = {{unbulleted list | {{convert|1456|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (saloon) | {{convert|1477|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (estate) | {{convert|1464|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Magotan) }} | weight = {{unbulleted list | {{convert|1367|-|1735|kg|abbr=on}} }} | predecessor = Volkswagen Passat (B7) | successor = {{unbulleted list | Volkswagen Passat (B9) | Volkswagen Magotan (fourth generation) (China) | Volkswagen ID.7 (saloon) }} | sp = uk }}
The '''Volkswagen Passat (B8)''' is a mid-size car / large family car (D-segment) manufactured by Volkswagen from 2014 to 2023, replacing the Passat B6/B7 models. It is available in a 4-door saloon and a 5-door estate sold as "Variant" in some markets. It was first introduced at the Volkswagen Design Center Potsdam on 3 July 2014.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.volkswagenag.com/content/vwcorp/info_center/en/news/2014/07/passat.html |title=World premiere of the new Volkswagen Passat |publisher=volkswagenag.com |date=2014-07-03 |access-date=2015-01-11 |archive-date=2014-09-02 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140902181719/http://www.volkswagenag.com/content/vwcorp/info_center/en/news/2014/07/passat.html |url-status=dead }}</ref> The B8 is the eighth-generation model in the Volkswagen Passat series and the first passenger vehicle of Volkswagen Group to be based on an enlarged version of the MQB platform.<ref name="Jonathan Burn">{{cite web|url=http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswagen/passat/87710/volkswagen-passat-2015-price-specs-and-full-details |title=Volkswagen Passat 2015: price, specs and full details |first=Jonathan |last=Burn |publisher=autoexpress.co.uk |date=2014-10-23 |access-date=2015-01-11}}</ref>
A facelift model was revealed in February 2019, changes include updated front and rear fascias with new lighting, the interior received the MIB3 infotainment system and updated graphics from the instrument cluster, new safety features, and updated engine line-up.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Lye |first=Gerard |date=2019-02-07 |title=B8 Volkswagen Passat facelift revealed - new MIB3 infotainment and IQ.Drive assistance systems - paultan.org |url=https://paultan.org/2019/02/07/b8-volkswagen-passat-facelift-revealed/ |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=Paul Tan's Automotive News |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Padeanu |first=Adrian |date=2019-03-05 |title=2019 VW Passat Euro Version Arrives In Geneva With New Look |url=https://www.motor1.com/news/304079/2019-vw-passat-europe-reveal/ |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=Motor1.com |language=en}}</ref>
For the European market, the B8 was assembled in the Emden and Zwickau Volkswagen production plants in Germany.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/motors/new-volkswagen-passat-moves-the-big-seller-upmarket-1.1854534 |first=Michael |last=Taylor |title=New Volkswagen Passat moves the big seller upmarket |publisher=irishtimes.com |date=2014-07-03 |access-date=2015-04-23}}</ref> Sales of European domestic market models began in November 2014.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autobild.de/artikel/golf-polo-co.-vw-neuheiten-bis-2019-5333472.html |title=Neue VW in allen Klassen |first=Matthias |last=Techau |publisher=autobild.de |date=2014-11-03 |access-date=2015-01-13}}</ref>
The GTE, a plug-in hybrid version, was introduced at the 2014 Paris Motor Show for sale during the second half of 2015 in Europe.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoblog.com/2014/10/03/2015-volkswagen-passat-paris-2014/ |title=2015 Volkswagen Passat brings plug-in power to Europe |first=Drew |last=Phillips |publisher=autoblog.com |date=2014-10-03 |access-date=2015-01-11}}</ref> <gallery widths="200" heights="135"> 2019 Volkswagen Passat R-Line TDi 2.0 Front.jpg|R-Line File:Passat B8 Comfortline Innenraum.jpg|Interior </gallery> ==Design== ===Development=== Being based on the stretched variant of the MQB platform, a modular automobile construction platform designed for transverse, front-engined cars, the B8 Passat has more interior space than the last-generation model despite being shorter and 18 mm lower. The front wheels were moved forward and the wheelbase extended by 79 mm resulting in a shorter front overhang and a bigger cabin.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/volkswagen-passat-first-drive-2014-10-10|title=First drive: new VW Passat|first=Paul|last=Horrell|publisher=topgear.com|date=2014-10-10|access-date=2015-01-13|archive-date=2015-04-08|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150408143020/http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/volkswagen-passat-first-drive-2014-10-10|url-status=dead}}</ref> The B8 Passat weighs 73 kg less than the previous version by using aluminium vacuum-formed steel.<ref name="Jonathan Burn"/>
'''Pre-facelift''' <gallery widths="200" heights="135"> 2015 Volkswagen Passat (3G MY16) 132TSI station wagon (2015-11-11) 01.jpg|Station wagon (basic) 2015 Volkswagen Passat (3G MY16) 132TSI station wagon (2015-11-11) 02.jpg|Station wagon (basic) 2017 Volkswagen Passat GT TDi 2.0 Rear.jpg|Sedan (GT) </gallery>
'''Facelift''' <gallery widths="200" heights="135"> 2021 Volkswagen Passat 206TSI 4MOTION WA police unmarked front.jpg|Station wagon (Proline) 2021 Volkswagen Passat 206TSI 4MOTION WA police unmarked rear.jpg|Station wagon (Proline) 2020 Volkswagen Passat Business 140TSI rear.jpg|Sedan (Business) </gallery>
===Driving assistances=== The B8 Passat is available with optional assistance systems including "Front Assist", "Pedestrian Detection", "Side Assist", "Emergency Assist", "Traffic Jam Assist" and "Trailer Assist".
====Front assistance==== The system uses a long-range radar at the front of the car to detect vehicles up to 80 m ahead which the car is likely to hit unless action is taken. The information from the front radar is relayed to the driver. Up to 30 km/h the system can detect moving and stationary objects and apply full braking power. In moving traffic, between 30 km/h and 200 km/h, the system applies its full capacity of driver warnings, partial braking and brake assistance.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://cdn.euroncap.com/media/2096/2012-volkswagen-front-assist.pdf|title=Volkswagen Front Assist}}</ref>
====Emergency assistance==== This assistant tries to detect a sleeping/unconscious driver. It will attempt to reactivate the driver after steering feedback has not been detected for a period of time and will also transmit warning signals to its nearby surroundings. If the reactivation has failed, the vehicle will be stopped at a safe location.
====Traffic congestion assistance==== The traffic congestion assistance is capable of moving the vehicle in a traffic jam as long as the average speed does not exceed 60 km/h.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.greencarcongress.com/2014/05/20140527-passat.html|title=Volkswagen provides first technical details of Gen 8 Passat, including plug-in hybrid drive; multiple new assistance systems|first=Roger|last=Pham|publisher=greencarcongress.com|date=2014-05-29|access-date=2015-01-13}}</ref>
====Trailer assistance==== The system allows automatic parking with an attached tow trailer.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/2014-volkswagen-passat-set-new-safety-standards/1209541|title=2014 Volkswagen Passat to set new safety standards|first=Vicky|last=Parrott|publisher=whatcar.com|date=2013-10-29|access-date=2015-01-13}}</ref>
===Safety=== {{ANCAP |overall_stars=5 |align=left |year=2015 |reference_code=d2d5e7 |description=Volkswagen Passat all Australian variants |frontal_offset=14.89/16 |side_impact=16/16 |pole=2/2 |seat_belt_reminders=3/3 |whiplash_protection=Good |pedestrian_protection=Adequate |electronic_stability_control=Standard }}
{{ANCAP |overall_stars=5 |align=right |year=2015 |reference_code=002627 |description=Volkswagen Passat all New Zealand variants |frontal_offset=14.89/16 |side_impact=16/16 |pole=2/2 |seat_belt_reminders=3/3 |whiplash_protection=Good |pedestrian_protection=Adequate |electronic_stability_control=Standard }}
{{Euro NCAP|year=2015|description=Volkswagen Passat|reference={{cite web|url=http://de.euroncap.com/de/results/vw/passat/582.aspx|title=VW Passat|author=Euro NCAP|access-date=2015-01-13}}|overall_stars=5|adult_points=33|adult_percent=85|child_points=43|child_percent=87|pedestrian_points=24|pedestrian_percent=66|safety_points=10|safety_percent=76}}
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==Powertrains== The B8 Passat was initially available with two TSI petrol and four TDI diesel powertrains that produce more power than their equivalents from the B7 without changing displacement. The 2.0 TDI engine is available in three configurations, with two being equipped with selective catalytic reduction (SCR) catalysators to reduce the emission of nitrogen oxide.
Every engine with the exception of the SCR-equipped 2.0 TDI engines is mated to a six-speed transmission with an optional six-speed or seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. A 4Motion all-wheel drive drivetrain is available as standard for the strongest SCR TDI and TSI engines and optional for the mid-tier SCR TDI variant.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/news/137487/volkswagen-passat-2015-price-release-date-and-specs |first=Russell |last=Campbell |publisher=carbuyer.co.uk |title=Volkswagen Passat 2015: price, release date, and specs |date=2014-10-02 |access-date=2015-04-23}}</ref>
Every engine is based on 4Motion/BlueMotion Technology and is turbocharged inline-four. In 2015, four additional petrol and two diesel engines became available.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sueddeutsche.de/auto/vw-passat-im-fahrbericht-spiesser-aus-ueberzeugung-1.2164575-2 |title=VW Passat im Fahrbericht |first=Thomas |last=Harloff |publisher=sueddeutsche.de |date=2014-10-08 |access-date=2015-01-11}}</ref> In 2015, Passat received two more powerful petrol engines, marketing it as Passat R-Line, which was however shortly thereafter discontinued.<ref>{{cite news |title=Volkswagen Passat R Will Not Happen, But a Spiritual Successor is in The Works |url=https://www.autoevolution.com/news/volkswagen-passat-r-will-not-happen-but-a-spiritual-successor-is-in-the-works-112770.html |work=Autoevolution |date=7 November 2016 |language=en-us}}</ref>
{| class="wikitable sortable collapsible" ! colspan="7" style="text-align:center"|Petrol engines |- !Model!!Production!!Engine!!Power!!Torque!!Top speed!!{{convert|0–100|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} |- |1.4 TSI||2015–2019||{{convert|1395|cc|abbr=on}} || {{cvt|125|PS|kW hp|order=flip}} || {{convert|200|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}||{{Convert|208|km/h|0|abbr=on}}|| 9.7 s<ref>{{cite news |title=Volkswagen Passat specs, 2014 - Present |url=https://www.autoevolution.com/cars/volkswagen-passat-2014.html#aeng_volkswagen-passat-2014-14-tsi-bluemotion-6mt-122-hp |access-date=27 August 2018 |work=Autoevolution.com |language=en-us}}</ref> |- |1.4 TSI ACT||2015–2019||{{cvt|1395|cc|abbr=on}} || {{cvt|150|PS|kW hp|0|order=flip}}|| {{convert|250|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}||{{Convert|220|km/h|0|abbr=on}}||8.4 s |- |1.8 TSI ||2015–2019||{{convert|1798|cc|abbr=on}} || {{cvt|180|PS|kW hp|0|order=flip}}|| {{convert|250|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}||{{Convert|232|km/h|0|abbr=on}}||7.9 s |- |2.0 TSI ||2015–2019||{{convert|1984|cc|abbr=on}} || {{cvt|220|PS|kW hp|0|order=flip}}|| {{convert|350|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}||{{Convert|246|km/h|0|abbr=on}}||6.7 s |- |2.0 TSI 4motion||2015–2019||{{convert|1984|cc|abbr=on}} || {{cvt|280|PS|kW hp|0|order=flip}}|| {{convert|350|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}||{{Convert|250|km/h|0|abbr=on}}||5.8 s |- |1.5 TSI ACT||2019–2023||{{convert|1498|cc|abbr=on}} || {{cvt|150|PS|kW hp|0|order=flip}}|| {{convert|250|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}||{{Convert|220|km/h|0|abbr=on}}||8.7 s |- |2.0 TSI ||2019–2023||{{convert|1984|cc|abbr=on}} || {{cvt|190|PS|kW hp|0|order=flip}}|| {{convert|320|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}||{{Convert|238|km/h|0|abbr=on}}||7.5 s |- |2.0 TSI 4motion||2019–2023||{{convert|1984|cc|abbr=on}} || {{cvt|280|PS|kW hp|0|order=flip}}|| {{convert|400|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}||{{Convert|250|km/h|0|abbr=on}}||5.3 s |- |- ! colspan="7" style="text-align:center"|Diesel engines |- !Model!!Years!!Engine!!Power!!Torque!!Top speed!!{{convert|0–100|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} |- |1.6 TDI ||2015–2023||{{convert|1598|cc|abbr=on}} || {{cvt|120|PS|kW hp|0|order=flip}}|| {{convert|250|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}||{{Convert|205|km/h|0|abbr=on}}|| 11.3 s |- |2.0 TDI ||2015–2023||{{convert|1968|cc|abbr=on}} || {{cvt|150|PS|kW hp|0|order=flip}}|| {{convert|340|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}||{{Convert|223|km/h|0|abbr=on}}||8.9 s |- |2.0 TDI SCR ||2015–2023||{{convert|1968|cc|abbr=on}} || {{cvt|190|PS|kW hp|0|order=flip}}|| {{convert|400|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}||{{Convert|236|km/h|0|abbr=on}}||7.9 s |- |2.0 TDI SCR 4motion||2015–2023||{{convert|1968|cc|abbr=on}} || {{cvt|190|PS|kW hp|0|order=flip}}|| {{convert|400|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}||{{Convert|231|km/h|0|abbr=on}}||7.7 s |- |2.0 TDI SCR 4motion||2015–2023||{{convert|1968|cc|abbr=on}} || {{cvt|240|PS|kW hp|0|order=flip}}|| {{convert|500|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}||{{Convert|247|km/h|0|abbr=on}}||6.4 s |}
==Passat GTE== {{See also|Volkswagen Golf GTE|Audi A3 Sportback e-tron}} The plug-in hybrid powertrain of the Passat GTE, previously utilised by the Volkswagen Golf GTE and Audi A3 Sportback e-tron, is featured with a larger battery pack in this model. The GTE has an 85 kW three-phase permanent magnet synchronous electric motor, coupled with a 9.9 kWh lithium-ion battery capable of an all-electric range of {{convert|50|km|mi|0|abbr=on}} and a total range of {{convert|965|km|mi|0|abbr=on}}. When paired with the 1.4 liter ACT-equipped TSI petrol engine, it will deliver a fuel economy of 2.0 L/100 km (140 mpg<sub>‑imp</sub>; 120 mpg<sub>‑US</sub>) equivalent on the New European Driving Cycle, corresponding to CO<sub>2</sub> emissions lower than 38g/km. Top speed is {{convert|219|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}. The trunk size is reduced from 650 liters to 483 liters in the "Variant" stationwagon, compared to non-hybrid Passats, a reduction of 167 liters, due to the battery pack.
In 2020, a facelift was introduced, and the battery pack size increased from 9,9 kWh to 13 kWh.<ref>{{Cite web|title=VW Car Configurator {{!}} Volkswagen UK|url=https://www.volkswagen.co.uk/configurator.html/__app//31350/gte.app?category-app=private&carlineId-app=31350&exteriorId-app=F14+5K5K&interiorId-app=F56+++++TO&modelId-app=CB56YY$GPAHPAH$GPA5PA5$GPDAPDA$GPI4PI4$GPQRPQR$GRBDRBD$GWD4WD4$GWL1WL1$GW15W15$GYOSYOS$MSSH4KF$MASE6XI&modelVersion-app=1&modelYear-app=2021&salesGroupId-app=30680&trimName-app=GTE&buildabilityStatus-app=buildable|access-date=2020-12-01|website=www.volkswagen.co.uk|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Volkswagen Passat 2020 1.4 TSI PHEV GTE Technical Specs, Dimensions|url=https://www.ultimatespecs.com/car-specs/Volkswagen/118170/Volkswagen-Passat-2020-14-TSI-PHEV-GTE.html|access-date=2020-12-01|website=www.ultimatespecs.com|language=en}}</ref> The range has increased to 55 km (34 mi, WLTP) or about 70 km (44 mi, NEDC),<ref name="volkswagen-newsroom.com">{{Cite web|title=New Passat GTE with longer electric range|url=https://www.volkswagen-newsroom.com/en/press-releases/new-passat-gte-with-longer-electric-range-5259|access-date=2020-12-01|website=Volkswagen Newsroom|language=en|archive-date=2022-06-06|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220606210219/https://www.volkswagen-newsroom.com/en/press-releases/new-passat-gte-with-longer-electric-range-5259|url-status=dead}}</ref> compared to the pre-facelift Passat GTE's range of 50 km (31 mi, NEDC).<ref>{{Cite web|title=Volkswagen Passat GTE Review 2020|url=https://www.whatcar.com/volkswagen/passat/estate/review/n17181|access-date=2020-12-01|website=What Car?|language=en}}</ref> The rear end now has P A S S A T written over the tailgate with large letters, and the interior analog clock has been replaced with a black plastic piece with the hazard lights switch and P A S S A T written on it. The "Battery Charge" function in the infotainment system, which charges the battery using the petrol engine, has been removed. The top speed has been increased to {{convert|225|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}.<ref name="volkswagen-newsroom.com"/>
{| class="wikitable sortable collapsible" ! colspan="7" style="text-align:center"|Hybrid engines |- !Model!!Production!!Engine!!Power!!Torque!!Top Speed!!0-100 km/h(0-62 mph) |- |'''1.4 TSI eHybrid'''||2015–||{{convert|1395|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} ||{{cvt|218|PS|kW hp|order=flip}} ||{{convert|400|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} ||{{convert|225|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}||7.2 s |}
'''Pre-facelift''' <gallery widths="200" heights="135"> 2018 Volkswagen Passat GTE Advance S-A 1.4 Front.jpg|Front (station wagon) 2018 Volkswagen Passat GTE Advance S-A 1.4 Rear.jpg|Rear (station wagon) Osaka Motor Show 2015 (341) - Volkswagen Passat GTE.JPG|Sedan </gallery>
'''Facelift''' <gallery widths="200" heights="135"> 2020 Volkswagen Passat GTE facelift 1.4 Front.jpg|Front (sedan) 2020 Volkswagen Passat GTE facelift 1.4 Rear.jpg|Rear (sedan) VW Passat Variant GTE (B8, Facelift) – h 09022020.jpg|Station wagon </gallery> === Sales === UK sales began in mid-2015, with deliveries in October 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mypassatgte.com/passat-gte-specifications/|title=Volkswagen Passat GTE Specifications|last=Szostech|first=Mike|publisher=My Electric Car Forums|access-date=29 October 2014}}</ref> In the Netherlands, pre-orders were opened in early 2015 with deliveries in September 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mypassatgte.com/passat-gte-availability/|title=Passat GTE Availability|last=Szostech|first=Michael|access-date=10 February 2015}}</ref>
==Passat Alltrack== The Passat Alltrack was introduced in late 2015 for European markets and in early 2016 for Australian and New Zealand markets. The main differences for the Alltrack compared to a normal Passat Estate is {{convert|25|mm|in|abbr=on}} of added ground clearance compared to a normal Passat Estate for a total of {{convert|174|mm|in|abbr=on}}, body cladding, and 4MOTION standard across the range. There are more smaller changes, for example matte chrome wing mirrors, underbody protection, and Alltrack badging in the front, side, and rear. There are also interior changes, mainly adding Alltrack branding. Exclusive to the Alltrack is an off-road mode in the driving mode selector. There is {{convert|639|L|gal|0|abbr=on}} of boot space, 11 down from a normal Passat Estate.
Powertrains consist of one TSI and three TDI engines, carried over from the regular Passat. Only the 150 PS TDI engine is offered with a manual 6-speed gearbox, while all other models come with VW's dual-clutch DSG gearbox. The 4MOTION system used in the Alltrack is a normally front-biased Haldex system.
{| class="wikitable sortable collapsible" ! colspan="5" style="text-align:center"|Petrol engines |- !Model!!Production!!Engine!!Power!!Torque |- |2.0 TSI BlueMotion Technology||2015–||{{convert|1984|cc|abbr=on}} turbocharged inline-four || {{convert|220|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} || {{convert|350|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} |- ! colspan="5" style="text-align:center"|Diesel engines |- !Model!!Years!!Engine!!Power!!Torque |- |2.0 TDI BlueMotion Technology||2015–||{{convert|1968|cc|abbr=on}} turbocharged inline-four || {{convert|150|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} || {{convert|340|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} |- |2.0 TDI SCR BlueMotion Technology||2015–||{{convert|1968|cc|abbr=on}} turbocharged inline-four || {{convert|190|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} || {{convert|400|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} |- |2.0 TDI SCR BlueMotion Technology||2015–||{{convert|1968|cc|abbr=on}} twin-turbocharged inline-four || {{convert|240|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} || {{convert|500|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} |}
<gallery widths="200" perrow="2"> File:VW B8 Alltrack 1.jpg|Volkswagen Passat Alltrack File:VW B8 Alltrack 2.jpg|Volkswagen Passat Alltrack </gallery>
== Saloon discontinuation == In December 2021, Volkswagen put the 4-door saloon version of the Passat out of the production line in Europe and withdrew it from price lists when it was announced in January 2022. The estate version sells better in Europe, and that Volkswagen's Arteon liftback is positioned in a similar market segment.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Volkswagen Passat Sedan Production For Europe Has Ended|url=https://www.motor1.com/news/559465/volkswagen-passat-sedan-production-ends/|access-date=2022-01-09|website=Motor1.com|language=en}}</ref>
== Reception == According to the chairman of the board of Volkswagen, Martin Winterkorn, the B8 is "a premium car without the premium price", indicating that the Passat nameplate was moved to the small car segment, as opposed to the previous generation models that were conceived as large family cars,<ref>{{cite web |last=Pollard |first=Tim |date=3 July 2014 |title=Volkswagen Passat (2014) first pictures: VW's Passat Mk8 |url=http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-news/first-official-pictures/volkswagen/volkswagen-passat-2014-first-pictures-vws-passat-mk8/ |access-date=1 May 2015 |work=Car Magazine}}</ref> although some auto journalists have criticised this strategy since it effectively puts the Passat in competition with the Audi A6.{{cn|date=March 2026}}
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