In-depth reviews

Volkswagen Passat Estate 1.5 TSI eHybrid R-Line 5dr DSG

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Hybrid Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1498
Trim	R-Line
Price	£48,790
Battery Capacity	25.7
Engine Power - BHP	204
Acceleration	8.1
Top Speed	137 mph
Length	4916 mm
Width	1849 mm
Height	1521 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	510 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1771 kg

Driver Convenience

2 x Front USB-C ports,2 x USB-C charging sockets on the centre console in the rear,charging capacity up to 45W
Adaptive cruise control
Advanced driver attention and drowsiness monitor
Chat GPT function for IDA voice assistant
Digital cockpit pro 10.25" high resolution
Discover media navigation system includes streaming and internet
Dynamic road sign display
E-Sim card for online connectivity
eCall emergency call service
Electronic engine sound
Full electric tailgate operation
Inductive smartphone charging without external antenna connection
Memory feature for park assist
Oncoming vehicle braking when turning including swerve support
Park assist pro with park distance control (Remote park assist)
Predictive speed limiter
Preparation for We connect and We connect plus
Wireless app connect

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

Battery 340 A (58 Ah)
Front wheel drive
Petrol Particulate Filter

Entertainment

8 Speakers

Exterior Features

Auto dimming interior rear view mirror
Automatic headlights
Body colour bumpers
Body colour door handles
Heated windscreen washer jets
Laminated safety glass windshield, heat and sound insulating
LED third brake light
Rain sensor
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Welcome light with surround lighting

Interior Features

3 seat bench in 2nd row
3 zone air care climatronic with rear air conditioning control panel
30 colours options interior ambient lighting
Brushed stainless steel pedals
Front + rear carpet mats
Front head restraints
Front sports seats
Isofix child seat preparation, easy-fit (for two outer rear seats, and front passenger seat), compatible with I-size
Luggage compartment cover, power operated
Rear centre armrest
Single front passenger seat
Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors for driver and front passenger
Sunblind for rear side windows
Three rear head restraints
Unsplit rear seat bench, split folding backrest

Packs

Dynamic chassis control (DCC) pack - Passat
LED High matrix headlamps pack with Illuminated VOLKSWAGEN emblem rear - Passat

Passive Safety

3x3 point rear seat belts
ABS (Anti locking brake system) includes BAS (Brake assist) and EBD (Electronic brake pressure distribution)
Autonomous emergency braking front assist with pedestrian and cyclist monitoring
Disc brakes in front
Driver/Front Passenger airbags
Drivers knee airbag
Electronic parking brake with auto hold
ESC (Electronic stability control) + EDL (Electronic Differential lock) and ASR (Traction control), EDTC (Engine drag torque control)
Extended safety system with proactive passenger protection system
Front passenger airbag deactivation switch
Hill hold function
Tyre pressure loss indicator
Warning triangle and first aid kit

Security

Alarm with interior protection
Electronic engine immobiliser
Keyless locking and starting system keyless access with safelock

Wheels

Tool kit for tyre mobility set
Trims for alloy wheels

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty	70
Battery Capacity in kWh	25.7
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins)	720
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change	0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW	2.3
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins)	240
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change	0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW	7.2
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins)	150
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change	0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW	11
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Charge Time (Mins)	26
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Percentage Change	5-80
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Power Supply - kW	40
Battery Leased	No
Battery Type	Lithium-ion
Charging Port Location	Left Side Front
Coupler/Connector Type	Type 2
Maximum Charging Rate - kW	40
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage	100000
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years	8
Usable Battery Capacity	19.7
WLTP - AER (km) - Comb	126
WLTP - AER (miles) - Comb	78
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb	17.5
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb	3.6
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb	16.7
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb	3.7
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb	124
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb	77

Emissions - ICE

Standard Emissions

EURO 6

Emissions - PHEV

WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb	9
WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb - TEH	9
WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb - TEL	8

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1498
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Engine Layout	FRONT TRANSVERSE
Gears	6 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - PHEV

WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb	0.4
WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb - TEH	0.4
WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb - TEL	0.4
WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb	706.2
WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb - TEH	706.2
WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb - TEL	706.2

General

Generation Mark	7
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	32E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	12
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	93
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	87
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	82
NCAP Safety Assist %	80
Service Interval Frequency - Months	12
Service Interval Mileage	9300
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	60000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	8.1
Engine Power - BHP	204
Engine Torque - NM	250
Engine Torque - RPM	1500
Top Speed	137 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	235/45 R18
Tyre Size Rear	235/45 R18
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	COVENTRY
Wheel Type	18" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1521 mm
Length	4916 mm
Wheelbase	2839 mm
Width	1849 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	45
Gross Vehicle Weight	2350 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	510 l
Max. Loading Weight	579 kg
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1800
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	1771 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	12 m

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