Among all the fami9ly car options, the compact sedans always keep securing a special place in the market of automobiles, not only for their unique looks but also for the level of comfort and luxury they automatically provide. So, when we see a compact sedan model like the 2021 Volkswagen Passat, we surely feel a certain level of attraction towards them. But only a test drive with some dummy workload can finally bring the realization, if it is really that desirable in all senses.
So, that was reason enough for us to drop by our favorite VW dealer Rancho Cucamonga to take a closer look at the 2021 edition of Volkswagen Passat and know more about its performance abilities and other virtues through an attentive test drive.
There what made our level of attraction increase as soon as we entered the cabin was its spacious cabin, and then after driving for a few minutes we could realize the effects of its powerful engine that was duly supported by clever driving dynamics. Overall, the test drive did drive us faster to the sales counter first and then taking the longest possible route to our home.
Drive Components
The current year lineup of the Volkswagen Passat sets up a four-cylinder engine as the standard power train component with swift shifting automatic gearbox. Precisely, the 2021 Volkswagen Passat runs on a 174-hp making 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine in collaboration to a six-speed automatic transmission.
With this powertrain running under the hood, all the 2021 Volkswagen Passat models return reasonably good mileage count as estimated by the EPA. The figures are 24 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highways which is at par with its segment records.
Cabin Comfort and Utility
Inside each of the 2021 Volkswagen Passat model, a neatly designed cabin spreads out. The space it occupies is used to its optimum level, thanks to the best space utilization theory. The seats in every 2021 Volkswagen Passat model are wide and supportive that do not allow travel fatigue to set in. the materials used in the cabin display their durability and richness through the sensory touches.
Unsaid luxury is assured in every 2021 Volkswagen Passat through allotment of ample individual space, while the head, shoulder and leg room allow all the travelers to stay relaxed and enjoy the perfect posterior throughout the journeys. What deserves a special attention here is the excellent outward visibility that is rare to find these days. It is achieved through the thin door pillars and large sized windows that make every ride in the 2021 Volkswagen Passat enjoyable.
Technology Support
The 2021model year lineup of VW Passat model series rounds up its virtues through an impressive combination of safety and driver-assistance features. The standard list counts automated emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane keeping assist and lot more. For infotainment, smartphone functionality is provided through Apple CarPlay or through Android Auto, demonstrated the staff members of the Rancho Cucamonga VW dealer.