Volkswagen Passat 1.6 TDI 105 SE BlueMotion Tech 4DR- Car Of The Year 2012 Reviewed |
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John Paul Yacapin
10 August 2012
Rarely in the automobile industry is it that a single car can dominate almost every core aspect of modern transportation, comforts and luxuries. Such is the case in this instance and it is true that the Volkswagen Passat 1.6 TDI 105 SE BlueMotion Tech 4DR is simply in a class of its own. On top of a wide array of premium features, the Volkswagen Passat boasts a powerful 1.6L Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) diesel engine. The modern interior and exterior specifications are further enhanced with class-leading safety systems making the Passat the 2012 Car of the Year as awarded by Motor Trend.
Breath-Taking Design
From the minute people lay eyes on the Volkswagen Passat 1.6 TDI, viewers are mesmerized by its breath-taking design. The practically designed exterior with streamlined finish gives an impression of power and charisma that every car owner wishes to experience. The radiator grille with chrome plating highlights the exterior look of the Passat. Aerodynamic finish further reinforces its sports-car-like appearance. Classified as a large family car, the Volkswagen Passat never misses out on practical features by integrating a four-load lashing design in the luggage compartment for safely transporting items large and small.
Modern Interior Trims and Driving Enhancements
As soon as drivers sit behind the wheel of the Passat 1.6 TDI, the comfortable feeling of being at home is always brought in place through the interior trims and decorations. Overall comfort is assured with generous interior space which can easily be reorganized to accommodate every passenger.
For the driver, the press-and-drive key is a very convenient feature for simplified and quick starting up of the automobile. The electronic parking brake (EPB) helps the driver secure the Passat easily in difficult parking spaces. With auto hold function complementing the EPB, starting the Volkswagen Passat from sloped parking is safer than ever.
The BlueMotion Technology
In the latest release of the Passat, the BlueMotion Technology was integrated in the 1.6 TDI model. Owners of this car benefit from the technology through efficient fuel consumption and reduced carbon dioxide emission. The advanced refinements on prevailing automobile technologies boost the environmental-friendliness of the Passat. Enhancements such as low-rolling resistance tyres and lowered suspension mechanisms contribute towards the overall efficient performance of the car. Economical features are further complemented with intelligent battery regeneration activated during brakes and stops.
The BlueMotion Technology as a collection of technical engineering refinements delivers excellent fuel economy of up to 64.2 miles per gallon in combined street and highway driving. Carbon dioxide emissions are further reduced with the fitted DPF (diesel particulate filter) within the diesel engine. The BlueMotion Technology extends towards the driving end with the three-spoke steering wheel equipped with centralized controls. For convenient driving, the Volkswagen Passat also has an embedded cruise control with multifunction computer display. On the highline display, the on-board computer intelligently suggests gear changes for the driver in order to attain optimal fuel consumption.
Reassured Safety with the Passat
The Volkswagen Passat 1.6 TDI 105 SE BlueMotion Tech 4DR has been favoured by car and fleet insurance companies due to its excellent safety features. All safety features integrated in modern family cars have been seamlessly incorporated into the Passat. Beyond the standards on car safety, Volkswagen integrates advanced safety features such as the front suspension system (FSS), electronic tire pressure monitoring (ETPM), and electronic stabilisation programme (ESP). To provide uncompromised safety for every passenger, the Passat has a hardened body which possesses high strength along with superior shaping characteristics.
The Volkswagen Passat 1.6 TDI 105 SE BlueMotion Tech 4DR is truly an ideal choice for car owners wanting to provide the best comfort and safety for their families at the most reasonable initial and maintenance costs. Being a favourite of car and fleet insurance companies also ensures that the Passat receives the best insurance terms.