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The new Volkswagen Passat GTE is making its world debut in Paris this week as the brand's first plug-in hybrid model. While it's set to go on sale in Europe next fall, North American consumers will likely never see it.
The Passat GTE delivers 215 hp thanks to a 154-hp 1.4L TSI engine mated to a 114-hp electric motor. All-electric range is estimated at about 50 km, and total range amounts to nearly 1,000 km, with a fuel consumption of under 2.0L/100km. Acceleration from 0-100 km/h takes less than eight seconds, while top speed is rated at 219 km/h.
Visually, the Passat GTE can be recognized by a specific chrome grille with an additional blue line. The front bumper was also redesigned, with distinctive cross panels in the lower air inlet, and C-shaped LED daytime running lights.
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| Photo: Volkswagen |
Visually, the Passat GTE can be recognized by a specific chrome grille with an additional blue line. The front bumper was also redesigned, with distinctive cross panels in the lower air inlet, and C-shaped LED daytime running lights.
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| Photo: Volkswagen |