2020 Volkswagen Passat: Everything You Need to Know
As automakers continue to kill off sedans in favor of adding more SUVs to their lineups, the Volkswagen Passat’s competition is dwindling — but that didn’t stop the automaker from revising it for model-year 2020. VW lightly updated its sedan for the new decade, and the biggest things that stand out are the model’s more coupelike styling as well as its redesigned cockpit and new instrument panel.
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Under the hood, the car remains largely the same: Like the previous model, the only powertrain is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine matched with a six-speed automatic transmission. Horsepower remains at 174, but torque has been increased to 206 pounds-feet from 184.
Interested in this sensible mid-size sedan with a bit of Euro flair? We’ve driven it, compared it back-to-back with rivals and also covered pricing, specs and more. Below is a roundup of our comprehensive coverage, which can tell you everything you need to know about the 2020 Volkswagen Passat:
2020 Volkswagen Passat Review: VW Hedges Its Bet on Sedan’s Future
Volkswagen Pumps Up Passat Lineup, Value Proposition for 2020
2020 Volkswagen Passat: Limited Updates Preserve Lasting Strengths
Volkswagen Ups Tech, Safety Features for 2020
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