VW announces new petrol turbo engines for Tiguan, Tayron and Passat models in Europe On February 11, Volkswagen detailed the advanced all-wheel-drive system and engine options for the latest Tiguan, Tayron, and Passat models. The new versions of three models come standard with 4MOTION AWD, which primarily powers the front wheels under normal conditions to save fuel but engages the rear axle when additional traction is needed. The system also incl...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/12

Mobileye’s EyeQ 5 SoC equipped on VW Passat for advanced safety features Mobileye Vision Technologies Ltd. (Mobileye) revealed that the Volkswagen Passat, which won the Safety Award in What Car’s 2025 Car of the Year, is powered by Mobileye’s EyeQ 5 system-on-chip for advanced safety. The EyeQ 5 enhances the vehicle’s active safety features, including lane keeping, pedestrian detection, and speed assist. (From Mobileye social media update...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/07

the updated Octavia. Vrchlabí plant produced 710,600 seven-speed DSG automatic transmissions, serving Škoda and other Volkswagen Group models. Bratislava plant in Slovakia began producing the new-generation Superb in late 2023, with 54,500 units made in 2024. Škoda led the Superb and Volkswagen Passat’s development under the Beta+ project. Škoda Auto produced 32,800 vehicles at its two Indian plants in 2024. In China, Škoda made 15,200 ve...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/23

.e. 82 g CO2/km). Tesla Model 3 ranked fourth, scoring 100 points with a consumption of 17.2 kWh/100 km (i.e. 86 g CO2/km). Toyota Prius Plug-in was the only gasoline-powered vehicle in the top ten, excelling with 17.7 kWh/100 km in electric mode. Peugeot e-2008 takes sixth place in the ranking. VW Passat variant with 2.0 TDI was the best diesel in 38th place receiving with a four-star rating. It impressed with low fuel consumption (5.0 L/100 km)...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/14

VW sales down 1.4% in 2024 worldwide On January 9, VW announced the 2024 sales of its VW brand, delivering around 4.8 million units worldwide, 1.4% less than in 2023. VW brand leads the market in Germany, with a market share of 19.1%. The best sold models were the Golf, T-Roc, Tiguan, Passat and Polo. In the BEV segment, the brand accounted for 16.3% of new registrations, an increase of 2.8 percentage points in 2023. The brand also boasts a broad...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/10

Auto Guangzhou 2024: VW exhibits 25 models On November 15, at the Auto Guangzhou 2024, VW exhibited 25 New Energy and ICE models, such as FAW-VW’s new Tayron L, SAIC-VW’s Passat Pro, VW Anhui’s ID. Unyx, and the ID. Code concept vehicle. The new Tayron L has a 2,791mm wheelbase, the longest in its class. The model is equipped with a 15-inch 2K-resolution center console suspended display, an 11.6-inch front passenger HD infotainment display...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/26

Kumho Tire to supply OE tires to VW Group Several South Korean media sources reported that Kumho Tire Co., Ltd. will start supplying Ecsta HS52 as original equipment (OE) tires to the Volkswagen (VW) group. The tires will be mounted on the VW Passat and the Skoda Superb, and the tire size is 215/ 60R16. The Ecsta HS52 is designed to offer drivers comfortable ride and superior safety. When the tires are in contact with the road surface, they main...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/20

SAIC-VW launches Passat Pro sedan On September 10, SAIC-VW launched the Passat Pro mid-to-high-end sedan. The model is available in six variants, with prices ranging from CNY 199,900 to CNY 239,900. The Passat Pro adopts a dynamic, calm dual front fascia design and measures 5,006mm long, 1,850mm wide, and 1,489mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,871mm. Powered by a 162kW/350Nm 2.0T turbocharged engine and a 7-speed wet DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox), the ...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/13

CDMS 2024: SAIC-VW launches Tharu XR SUV, starts accepting pre-orders for Passat Pro sedan On August 30, at the Chengdu Motor Show 2024 (CDMS 2024), SAIC-VW launched the new Tharu XR compact SUV, which is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 79,900 to CNY 106,900. Debuted and available for pre-order was the new Passat Pro mid-to-high-end sedan. Adopting VW’s next-generation SUV design language, the Tharu XR measures 4,355mm ...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/05

Euro NCAP announces safety results of Suzuki, VW, Renault, and BMW Groups cars On July 10, Euro NCAP announced the release of safety ratings for several new cars entering the European market i.e, Dacia Duster and Suzuki Swift received 3 stars, while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Volkswagen Passat, Škoda Superb, Škoda Kodiaq, BMW X2, Renault Espace, and Renault Rafale achieved the top 5-star rating. Dacia Duster and Suzuki Swift are equipped with m...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/11

VW announces Chat GPT for ID family, Golf, Tiguan and Passat models On June 21, VW announced that, thanks to the collaboration with Cerence Inc., its vehicles in the all-electric ID. family, as well as in the new Golf, Tiguan and Passat will have artificial intelligence from ChatGPT. Thanks to this technology, the vehicle will be able to provide information on various topics only by speaking with the assistant in natural language, without the nee...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/22

ended 2023 with positive results, increasing vehicle production by 22.4% to 328,927 units at its Bratislava plant. The third segment saw notable changes with the discontinuation of Volkswagen up! and e-up! models, along with the Škoda Karoq SUV and the introduction of new generations of Volkswagen Passat and Škoda Superb Combi models in 2024. Currently, eight models across four brands are produced in the Bratislava plant. Additionally, 22,821,9...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/03

VW opens orders for Passat and introduces plug-in hybrid and diesel options On March 20, Volkswagen announced that it has opened orders for the new Passat model i.e., two new plug-in hybrid, three diesel, and one gasoline models. The Passat eHybrids features an 85 kW electric motor paired with a 110 kW or 130 kW turbocharged gasoline engine (1.5 TSI evo2), offering an electric range of up to 120 km. The 19.7 kWh battery can recharge at up to 11 k...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/22

gional growth, battery business, and hybridized combustion engines. The launch of the all-electric premium platform PPE underscores Volkswagen's commitment to performance, flexibility, and scalability. The portfolio receives a significant upgrade in 2024, featuring popular models like Golf, Tiguan, Passat, Octavia, and Superb, often incorporating modern hybrid technology. New all-electric models include Porsche Macan Electric, Audi Q6 e-tron, VW ...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/13

Goodyear supplies tires for all-new Volkswagen Passat Variant Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (Goodyear) announced that Volkswagen has chosen a range of Goodyear tires as original equipment (OE) fitments for the all-new Passat Variant. The Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 has been selected from the all-season range, which will be available in 215/55R17 fitment. For summer tires, Goodyear has supplied the EfficientGrip Performance 2 in 215/55R17 and 215/60R16...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/01

elated to the production of the Arteon Shooting Brake, a combustion engine model. The Arteon Shooting Brake, originally assembled in the Osnabrück factory, will be moved back to Emden. This move ensures full utilization of the plant until the complete transition to EV production. The production of Passat and Arteon models in Emden is set to conclude at the end of February 2024. Based on multiple sources...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/23

rer which is one of the first all-electric estate cars in the upper mid-sized class. The vehicle is produced in Emden, Germany, alongside the ID.7 fastback saloon and ID.4 SUV.  The Tourer is covering gasoline, diesel engines, plug-in hybrids, and all-electric vehicles. Combining the format of the Passat with increased rear height, the ID.7 Tourer claims a spacious luggage compartment of up to 605 liters with five passengers on board. The ID.7 T...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/20

which offers a uniquely intelligent, automotive-grade ChatGPT integration. Volkswagen is the first volume manufacturer that will offer ChatGPT as a standard feature from the second quarter of 2024 in many production vehicles, including the ID.7, ID.4, ID.5, ID.3, the all-new Tiguan and the all-new Passat as well as in the new Golf. The feature is being considered for the United States. VW press release on January 8, 2024...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/09

rear radar sensors (on the left and right in the bumper) and warn passengers of a risk before the door handle is even opened. In addition to the driver and front passenger doors, the exit warning system also protects the rear doors. The new assist system technology is available in the new ID.7, new Passat, and new Tiguan as standard and is optionally available in Golf, ID.4, and ID.5, in a technically specific form. Based on Volkswagen press rele...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/08

Volkswagen completes EUR 500 million investment at Bratislava plant in Slovakia On December 7, Volkswagen Slovakia completed an investment of almost EUR 500 million, with the start of production of next generations of both Volkswagen Passat and Škoda Superb models, as a part of the BETA+ concern project, at its Bratislava plant. The production of Passat is returning to the Bratislava plant after more than 30 years. In connection with the integra...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/08