4MOTION is now even more comfortable. Parallel to the eTSI, the new Passat will be available at the pre-sales launch with a 110 kW (150 PS) TDI engine (maximum torque: 360 Nm). Two turbocharged petrol engines (TSI) and two further TDI engines will follow. The most powerful TSI and TDI engines will come with the 4MOTION all-wheel drive as standard. Volkswagen has developed a new centrifugal pendulum for the 4MOTION system that neutralises vibrations and optimises the acoustic comfort.
Predestined for trailer towing. The latest 4MOTION clutch is used on the rear axle of the all-wheel-drive Passat. This is characterised by intelligent energy management: When towing a trailer, for example, the Trailer driving profile is automatically activated to optimally control the distribution of power between the front and rear axles for trailer operation. The all-wheel-drive Passat Variant is designed for maximum trailer weights of up to 2,200 kg. The high drawbar load of 90 kg corresponds to these loads. If the Passat is ordered with the ball coupling that can be folded out semi-automatically at the push of a button, the Trailer Assist trailer manoeuvring system is also part of the equipment. This assist system automatically controls the steering angle of the trailer when reversing by means of an active steering intervention. Trailer Assist allows the driver to no longer have to think about the complex task of having to turn the steering wheel to the left so that trailer turns to the right (and vice versa) when reversing with a car and trailer.