2026 Volkswagen Passat

The 2026 Volkswagen Passat is a long-running series of mid-size family cars produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen. The 2026 Volkswagen Passat is built on the MQB Evo platform, 2026 Volkswagen Passat is the largest and most technologically advanced version. The 2026 Volkswagen Passat comes with a spacious cabin with a large 15-inch floating entertainment screen and premium driver assistance features. The sedan is no longer available in North America, the wagon version is available in Europe, and a new, more expensive sedan has returned to the Middle East for the 2026 model year with available options such as ventilated and ventilated rear seats.

2026 Volkswagen Passat R Line

2026 Volkswagen Passat Interior

Powertrain options for the Volkswagen Passat vary by market and include a 2.0L turbocharged gasoline engine, a plug-in hybrid with a range of just over 60 miles, and a mild hybrid option, all paired with a DSG automatic transmission. The 2026 Passat received a 5-star Euro NCAP rating, indicating strong protection and safety features. The starting price of the 2026 Volkswagen Passat for the Middle East sedan model is $29,700. Prices will vary by market, trim, and features.

2026 Volkswagen Passat : Interior

Inside, the 2026 Volkswagen Passat represents a significant upgrade, offering a spacious and more advanced cabin with high-end touches. Built on the larger MQB Evo platform, the cabin offers an open and comfortable experience for passengers, with a modern and compact dashboard layout compared to previous generations. The focal point is the large, freestanding touchscreen, available in 12.9-inch or 15-inch sizes and running Volkswagen’s latest MIB4 software.

Volkswagen Passat 2026 Sedan Pro

The Volkswagen Passat digital interface is complemented by a 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit for the driver, a head-up display, and ambient lighting with up to 30 color options. Comfort and luxury features enhance the interior, especially in the higher trims and the new model of the Middle East sedan. Features may include leather or Nappa leather seats with ventilation, heating, and friction functions available for front and rear passengers.

The climate control system can be the Climatronic intelligent three-zone system, and the gear selector is now mounted on the steering column to free up more storage space on the center console. The wagon version, or the Passat Variant, offers a generous 690 liters of boot space, which expands to 1,920 liters with the rear seats folded, although plug-in hybrid models have less cargo space.

2026 Volkswagen Passat : Engine

The engine list for the 2026 Volkswagen Passat varies greatly by market, with options including efficient gasoline engines, mild hybrids, and powerful plug-in hybrids. For the sedan model from the Middle East, Volkswagen offers a 2.0-liter TSI turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 217 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. This gasoline engine is mated to a 7-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission, offering a balance of performance and fuel efficiency. In some markets, a separate version of the 2.0-litre TSI is available, such as the Rline Variant, which has a retuned Volkswagen Golf GTI engine that produces 265 horsepower and 320 Nm of torque.

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2026 Volkswagen Passat Sedan

The European market, which only gets the Passat wagon version, has access to a range of engines, including a TSI 1.5L mild hybrid engine with Active Cylinder Management, which delivers 150 PS (148 horsepower). For a more powerful and efficient option, an eHybrid plug-in hybrid powertrain is available, which combines a 1.5-litre TSI engine with an electric motor. The eHybrid offers two different combined power outputs, 204 PS (201 horsepower) and 272 PS (268 horsepower), depending on the variant. A diesel engine is also available in Europe, with power outputs ranging from 122 PS (120 horsepower) to 193 PS (190 horsepower). All engine variants are offered exclusively with a dual-clutch automatic transmission.

2026 Volkswagen Passat : Safety

The 2026 Volkswagen Passat received the highest 5-star rating from Euro NCAP, reflecting its overall safety profile and strong crash protection for adults and children. Safety features include standard technologies such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian and Cyclist Monitoring, which can help prevent or mitigate collisions, and Car2X connectivity, which allows the car to exchange information about nearby hazards with other vehicles. The 2026 Volkswagen Passat is also equipped with advanced driver assistance systems such as Side Assist (lane change system), Lane Assist (lane keeping system), and Adaptive Cruise Control. The Passat is also designed to protect passengers, with features such as a pre-collision system that prepares the car for an imminent collision and strong performance in front and side crash tests.