Price of Volkswagen Passat Variant in Kenya, Specs, Review

Driving enthusiasts will reach a point where they have a family and will need a car that has a driving thrill yet can serve the family well. The Passat might be the right pick for this case. However, before we make that conclusion, let us cover the specifications of the vehicle below and also give you the prices of different Passat models in the country so that you can decide whether this is the right car for your needs.

Introduction to the Volkswagen Passat Variant

Volkswagen AG has been manufacturing this vehicle since 1973, there are different shapes for the Passat e.g the Sedan, however, the Passat variant that we are going to look at below is a station wagon. The main competitor is the Audi A4 Avant which is not that popular on our roads.

Price of Volkswagen Passat Variant in Kenya

You can not import a car that is older than 8 years to Kenya. You can also buy this car from dealers in major towns in Kenya including Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and Nairobi. Below are the prices of models of this car that have been used abroad.

If the above models are above your budget, you might consider going for a locally used one. Just ensure the one you pick is well maintained to avoid losing cash and buying problems. Below are the prices of locally used Volkswagen Passat.

Volkswagen Passat Variant Specifications

For the vehicle to serve the family well, it must have a comfortable interior, for good performance, the engine and transmission must be great. Let’s then look at the specs of this plus the exterior below.

1. Volkswagen Passat exterior

As we mentioned, the Passat variant is a station wagon, while it maintains simplicity in its look, you get the impression of a huge car since it has a quite long wheelbase.

Here are the exterior specs of the Volkswagen Passat:

• The cars come with 5 doors(two front, two rear and the tailgate)
• The ground clearance is 6.5 inches which is below the recommended 6.5 inches
• The VW logo is noticeable from the front, with a small grill
• Most models come with fog lights
• Passat has 17 or 18 inches alloy wheels
• The car has LED headlights
• Parking sensors are an additional feature
• From the rare, you will notice the spoiler
• Roof rails option available
• Lastly, there are different colors

2. Volkswagen Passat Interior

The Passant Variant is a comfortable spacious vehicle and also practical. The tech features on higher trims are going to impress you.

Below is what you get on the inside:

• The car comes with 5 seats(two front and three on the second row)
• The legroom and the headroom is excellent
• The leather interior is available for higher trims
• In the cabin, you will find different storage spaces, this includes the cupholders, center box, door bins, seat jacket pockets and glovebox
• The center seat also has an armrest with cupholders
• With a boot capacity of up to 650 Liters, you will be able to carry sizeable luggage in the car
• There are also USB and Sockets for charging your devices
• The Touch screen infotainment system is mounted on the dashboard
• The steering wheel is adjustable
• There are child seat anchors on the backseats
• Additional features include cruise control, paddle shifters, rare view auto-dimming, idling stop, driving modes, electronic handbrake, auto hold, start and stop, all surround camera view and heated/cooled seats

3. Volkswagen Passat Engine specs

Blue motion technology that ensures you get great fuel economy without losing the performance is fitted to recent engines of the Volkswagen Passat Variant.

Here is a list of engine specs for the Volkswagen Passat Variant:

• The engine capacity is either a 1.5Liter petrol or 2.0Liters diesel
• There are turbo options available for the above engines
• The power given is up to 150hp
• Most of the models have the 8-speed DSG gearbox with manual options available
• The car is a Front Wheel Drive
• Fuel consumption will vary largely depending on the engine you go for, hybrid engines will consume less. The consumption starts around 6.5l/100km. This also depends on your driving style and the driving terrain
• Lastly, the car has a tank capacity of up to 66 Liters

Also see: Volkswagen Tigua full review

The vehicle is a good choice for a family vehicle. If you want to have some fun driving, the Passat Variant will be a good pick. The comfort, space, practicality and tech features are okay. The maintenance cost is however slightly high.