Becomes a 5-Seater, Enhancing Comfort and Convenience

The Passat CC was unveiled in 2008 and went on sale in Japan the same year. To incorporate customer feedback received over approximately two years since its launch, this minor model change aims to further improve safety and comfort. Notably, there are no exterior changes.

The most significant interior change is the conversion from a 4-seater configuration with fully independent seats to a 5-seater by making the rear bench seat capable of accommodating three occupants. Volkswagen indicates this was the most frequent customer request. Furthermore, the rear center seatback can be folded down to serve as an armrest, contributing to improved convenience.

The model lineup remains the same: the "Passat CC 2.0 TSI" equipped with a 2.0-liter TSI engine, and the premium "Passat CC V6 4MOTION" featuring Volkswagen's familiar lightweight and eco-friendly full-time four-wheel-drive system, "4MOTION." The 2.0-liter TSI engine in the 2.0 TSI has been tuned to produce a maximum output of 211 ps, an increase of 11 ps. Both grades now feature an energy regeneration function, following the new Sharan and Touareg. The 2.0 TSI achieves a fuel economy of 11.8 km/l under the 10.15 mode test cycle, balancing excellent fuel efficiency with powerful performance.

V6 4MOTION

New "City Emergency Brake" Function Enhances Safety

In terms of safety, the "Front Assist" front monitoring system, standard on the V6 4MOTION, now includes the "City Emergency Brake function." Front Assist is a pre-crash system that uses radar integrated into the headlights to detect preceding vehicles and obstacles, issuing warnings to prevent potential accidents. The newly added City Emergency Brake function operates at speeds below 30 km/h. If a collision with a vehicle or other obstacle ahead is imminent, it automatically applies the brakes to avoid or minimize the impact. Additionally, the multifunction indicator on the Front Assist system has been upgraded to full color for improved visibility.

For the 2.0 TSI, this minor model change also introduces a "Technology Package" as a made-to-order option, incorporating various driver-assistance systems previously exclusive to the V6 4MOTION. This package includes the aforementioned Front Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Assist, Park Distance Control, and a full-color multifunction indicator.

With these updates, the Passat CC offers an even more comfortable and safer driving experience. The 2.0 TSI is now priced at 4.95 million yen, a reduction of 110,000 yen from the previous model (the Technology Package is available for 304,500 yen), while the V6 4MOTION is priced at 6.25 million yen, an increase of 50,000 yen.

Volkswagen Passat CC 2.0 TSI
Body | Length 4,815 x Width 1,855 x Height 1,420 mm
Engine | 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder DOHC (4 valves) + intercooled turbocharger
Maximum Output | 155 kW (211 ps) / 5,300-6,200 rpm
Maximum Torque | 280 Nm (28.6 kgm) / 1,700-5,200 rpm
Drivetrain | FWD
10.15 Mode Fuel Economy | 11.8 km/ℓ
CO2 Emissions | 182 g/km
Price | 4,950,000 yen

Volkswagen Passat CC V6 4MOTION
Body | Length 4,815 x Width 1,855 x Height 1,425 mm
Engine | 3.6-liter V-type 6-cylinder DOHC (4 valves)
Maximum Output | 220 kW (299 ps) / 6,600 rpm
Maximum Torque | 350 Nm (35.7 kgm) / 2,400-5,300 rpm
Drivetrain | Full-time 4WD
10.15 Mode Fuel Economy | 10.2 km/ℓ
CO2 Emissions | 219 g/km
Price | 6,250,000 yen
*CO2 emissions for both grades are based on European data.