2022 Volkswagen Passat

The 2022 Volkswagen Passat is likely to be offered in three trims, the base S trim, SE, and the sporty R-line. As the trim details for the 2022 Passat are yet to surface, we are speculating the details. The ongoing model's base S trim costs $23,995. It adds heated side mirrors with memory function, 6-way manually adjustable front seats with cloth upholstery, a multifunction steering wheel, and cruise control. A few standard safety features include blind-spot monitoring, reversing camera, and a rear traffic alert.

The mid-trim SE comes at a premium of $3000 and adds dual-zone automatic climate control and a remote start feature. The trim gets additional features like an auto-dimming rearview mirror, keyless entry, leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Priced at $29,995, the top-line R-line gets advanced and upmarket technology features. This trim gets you additional features such as the Discover Media unit and Fender Premium Audio system along with the Adaptive Front Lighting System and Light Assist.

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The Passat SE is the most value-for-money model. It includes significant features like LED lighting, 17-inch wheels, sunroof, leather upholstery, keyless entry, remote start, and dual-zone automatic climate control. 

The Passat might deliver decent mpg figures, but they are just not good enough once you compare it to the rivals. Although, there isn’t much difference in the mpg figures and you might just believe that’s the price you pay for better performance and let it go. The 2022 Passat will deliver a combined fuel economy of 28 mpg.

But with the inclusion of a hybrid option, one can definitely expect an excellent mpg figure in the upcoming Passat.

*2021 Data used for reference 

The Passat might have lesser fuel economy than most of its rivals, but with the largest tank capacity, it certainly offers the best in class range and with the new hybrid powertrain incoming, it will go on to provide the best fuel range in the class that too by a huge margin.

 The 2022 Passat might have a face-lifted interior with the latest and best of creature comforts. What’s notable about the Passat’s interior is definitely the fit and finish of the features and controls with only the best materials and manufacturing practices in use.

The interior is no less than what you would find in a premium sedan and it has a decent amount of space to accommodate 5 occupants inside and that too in a very comfortable and promising manner. The Passat’s interior might also become a bit wider to offer more shoulder space than what it does already.

2021 Data used for reference 

The seats would be comfy and confidence inspiring as usual and there will be a good amount of storage space and convenience features inside the Passat’s cabin to make it more practical as well. The Passat has had a decent amount of space inside which was not too much, but not too less either. The trunk space also is pretty adequate for a car of its standard.

The interior features of the 2022 Volkswagen Passat include:

• Power adjustable front seats.
• Dual-zone automatic climate control for the front seats.
• Keyless entry and cargo access.
• Leather upholstered steering wheel.

2022 Volkswagen Passat: Infotainment and Connectivity

The Passat will certainly carry the infotainment system currently present in the 2021 version, but in an updated form. With changes in the interior, there might be a new touchscreen infotainment screen incoming which will be more intuitive and larger.

The sound system will be available as a 6-speaker unit with an optional upgrade offering more speakers. The Passat will continue to get connectivity features like 4G internet access WiFi hotspot, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto as well as Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity.

Some of the standout infotainment features in the 2022 Volkswagen Passat are:

• Updated infotainment system
• 6-speaker audio system 
• 4G internet access WiFi hotspot
• Apple CarPlay
• Android Auto
• Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity
• Steering wheel controls for the infotainment system as well as cruise control

 The 2022 Passat is expected to have an updated exterior this year. The Passat will get a facelift with a design inspired by the 2021 Arteon, which means there will be a new grille, sleek side profile, and a classy rear end showcasing the true essence of the Volkswagen design ideology.

Along with the mildly updated front and rear fascia, the Passat might also get a couple of optional wheels with updated designs to go with the new avatar.

*2021 Data used for reference 

The 2022 Passat is most likely to have the same wheelbase as the previous one which helped it to get a better cornering ability and stability than the rest of the cars in the segment. It might also become wider in the rear to increase the track width and allow for more room inside the cabin.

The 2022 Volkswagen Passat has not been crash-tested by the NHTSA or IIHS. Notably, the 2019 VW Passat scored a five-star safety rating in the crash tests conducted by the NHTSA. The new VW Passat would receive a host of active safety features.

Notable safety and driver-assistance features include: 

• Front Assist w/Autonomous Emergency Braking
• Six airbags
• Brake assist
• Active Cruise Control
• Pedestrian warning
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Blindspot monitor
• Reversing camera
• Lane keep assist

The 2022 Volkswagen Passat is all set to be launched in its best version ever as we expect a lot of improvements in the already impressive Sedan. The Passat certainly offers the best driving dynamics and feel in the segment and with the introduction of an optional hybrid powertrain, one can expect better engine performance and fuel economy from the Passat.