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Volkswagen Passat is Motor Trend’s 2012 Car of the Year
The Passat has been named the 2012 Motor Trend Car of the Year! Motor Trend bestows this honor on one car each year.
Motor Trend had this to say about the Passat:
“[t]he engineers among us dislike odd-numbered cylinder counts like this 2.5-liter’s, but Theodore grudgingly admitted, “It’s the best-tamed VW I-5 application ever. The thrashiness has been masked, and the engine is very quiet. A fine choice for middle America in real-world driving conditions.” Your technical director’s log reads: “This 2.5 appears to have finally found a good home,” with praise for strong launch torque that keeps pace with the competition to 30 mph thanks to short gearing (its 9.0-second 0-60 time trails the competition notably). Characterizations of the engine note ranged from “moaning” to “unique growl,” but the general consensus was that the powertrain integration team earned its kibble. Sure, we wish it were a sprightlier sprinter, but we expect a direct-injected and/or turbocharged four-cylinder replacement to arrive soon. The turbodiesel found no detractors. “Hands down, my favorite,” declared product expert Jim Hall. “This diesel puts the hybrids on the trailer,” said Lassa. “Pulls this car around so easily, and gives you 600 plus miles to a tank,” added Evans. Pair this clean diesel with “one of the best twin-clutch transmissions in the business,” said Theodore, and you’ve got a green car”without the compromises the mainstream green vehicles impose — a true technological achievement.” And for those who need more power, the compact VR6 teams with that same twin-clutch automatic to deliver class-stomping acceleration to 60 mph in just 5.7 seconds.”
You can choose from many well-equipped models at Auffenberg Volkswagen, including:
The Passat S
A multi-function steering wheel to keep you in control. Plus, Bluetooth® technology to help keep you connected.
Consumption city: 22mpg
Consumption highway: 32mpg
The S with Appearance Package:
Be seen with the 16-inch alloy wheels. And make every appearance a quick one with the 6-speed automatic transmission.
Consumption city: 22mpg
Consumption highway: 31mpg
Or how about the SE or SE with Sunroof:
An 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat and HD Radio™ puts you in the lap of luxury. Minus the luxury tax.
Consumption city: 22mpg
Consumption highway: 32mpg