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VW Passat R36 Estate - Pictures

By:Auto Express team

16 Apr 2009

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The familiar Passat looks have been enhanced by chunky side skirts, twin exhaust tailpipes and a roof-mounted rear spoiler to add real muscle.
Inside, the smart layout is enhanced with sporty alloy trim on the dashboard
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V6 engine is down on power in this test, yet it still delivers sizzling pace
Vast boot makes Passat a more flexible choice
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R36 can only be specified with DSG box, and six-speed set-up delivers quick, slick shifts.

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