Vehicle model
Volkswagen Passat
The Passat is Volkswagen's midsize family sedan, present since the 1970s and offered across many generations in sedan and wagon body styles. Positioned above the Golf, it targets customers seeking space, comfort, and refinement for family or professional use. The European and North American generations have at times diverged, with a specific version long produced for the North American market. The Passat emphasizes roominess, ride comfort, and equipment. In Quebec, as for any front-wheel-drive sedan, a set of winter tires is essential; the usual wheel diameters generally range between 16 and 18 inches depending on the trim, with a 5x112 bolt pattern on recent versions.
History
History of the Volkswagen Passat
The Passat is Volkswagen's midsize family sedan, present since the 1970s and offered across many generations in sedan and wagon body styles. Positioned above the Golf, it targets customers seeking space, comfort, and refinement for family or professional use. The European and North American generations have at times diverged, with a specific version long produced for the North American market. The Passat emphasizes roominess, ride comfort, and equipment. In Quebec, as for any front-wheel-drive sedan, a set of winter tires is essential; the usual wheel diameters generally range between 16 and 18 inches depending on the trim, with a 5x112 bolt pattern on recent versions.
Technology
Technologies, engines and platforms
Built on the PQ46 and then MQB platforms depending on the generation, with turbocharged TSI gasoline and TDI diesel engines depending on the markets. Automatic or DSG transmissions, 4MOTION all-wheel drive available on certain versions, and IQ.DRIVE driver assistance systems.
Tires and wheels
Tire and wheel compatibility
Les Volkswagen récentes (Golf, Tiguan, Passat, Jetta, ID.) utilisent généralement un entraxe de 5x112 mm avec un alésage central d'environ 57,1 mm, à valider selon le modèle et l'année. Les anciens modèles compacts et la Polo ont souvent recouru à un entraxe à 4 trous. Les diamètres de jantes courants vont d'environ 16 à 19 pouces selon la version, les VUS et finitions sportives montant en taille. Au Québec, les pneus d'hiver sont obligatoires : un second jeu de jantes (souvent en acier ou en alliage de plus petit diamètre) facilite le montage saisonnier. Toujours confirmer la dimension exacte inscrite sur le montant de portière.
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