Volkswagen is launching the new Passat Pro in China, in partnership with SAIC. This model differs from the global version and features a three-screen setup, including one exclusively for the front passenger, a feature previously common among luxury brands like Porsche and Audi.
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The Passat Pro is larger than the estate model sold in Europe, using the same MQB platform but with larger dimensions and a design focused on sedans, which remain highly popular in the Chinese market.
The car is available with two engine options: a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with 217 horsepower and a 1.5-liter engine with 158 horsepower, both with a dual-clutch automatic transmission.
This launch reflects Volkswagen’s strategy to keep two different generations of the Passat available at the same time in China, due to the ongoing demand for sedans in the country. Meanwhile, other Volkswagen sedan models, such as the Magotan and Lavida, continue to be popular.
After its debut at the Chengdu Auto Show in 2024, the Passat Pro will be available for sale in China before the end of the year. Volkswagen’s strategy in the Chinese market underscores the importance of sedans, even in a global landscape dominated by SUVs and crossovers.
Source: Motor1.com | Photos: Courtesy – Volkswagen | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
