The Volkswagen Passat CC was premiered at the Detroit auto show at the beginning of the year. The Volkswagen Passat CC will be equipped, for the first time at VW, with Lane Assist and DCC adaptive chassis control.
The Volkswagen Passat CC will be available with one of three engines: a TDI developing 140 PS, a TSI with 160 PS and a V6 developing 300 PS. The VW Passat CC V6 4Motion features a new all-wheel drive system, a DSG gearbox and adaptive chassis control as standard equipment.
Volkswagen Press Release:
Beyond the mainstream – the new Passat CC
Passat CC
- Passat CC unifies the sedan and coupé worlds
- First Volkswagen with lane-keeping assistant and adaptive chassis control
- Passat CC TDI (140 PS) already satisfies Euro-5 emissions standard; average fuel consumption is just 5.8 liters
• Passat CC TSI (160 PS) with efficient turbo engine consumes just 7.6 liters fuel per 100 kilometers and is 222 km/h fast
• Passat CC V6 4Motion (300 PS) has new all-wheel drive, DSG and adaptive chassis control as standard equipment
Wolfsburg, April 2008. With more than 15 million cars built, the Passat and Passat Variant rank among the really big successes in automotive history. Now Volkswagen is extending the model range of this car line by adding a third dimension: the Passat CC. Its fully independent body design, an interior that has sporty individual bucket seats in the rear too, impressive powertrain systems and technological highlights worthy of the luxury class, meld together to create a unique vehicle in the Passat’s market segment. The Passat CC is an elegant sedan and a dynamic coupé simultaneously. The concept and design of this Volkswagen are
defining fresh, new directions beyond the mainstream.
Direct-injection gasoline and diesel engines with 140 PS, 160 PS and 300 PS
At its launch in Europe, the 4.8 meter long Volkswagen will be offered with two direct-injection gasoline engines (TSI and V6) as well as a turbo-diesel (TDI). The gasoline engines output 118 kW / 160 PS and 220 kW / 300 PS; the turbo-diesel develops 103 kW / 140 PS and already satisfies the
Euro-5 emissions standard that takes effect in Fall 2009. At this power level, the Passat CC TDI consumes just 5.8 liters diesel and is 213 km/h fast. Among the most economical gasoline engines of its class, with average fuel consumption of 7.6 liters per 100 kilometers is the 222 km/h fast Passat CC TSI. The Passat CC V6 4Motion is electronically limited to 250 km/h; its average fuel consumption is 10.1 liters. Standard equipment on the top V6 model: the new generation of 4Motion full-time all-wheel drive, as well as the new adaptive chassis control system and very efficient DSG dual-clutch transmission.
Premiere at Volkswagen: “Lane Assist” and “DCC adaptive chassis control”
Just as innovative as the powertrain technologies are the driver assistance systems of the Passat CC. Also being introduced for the first time on a Volkswagen are the “Lane Assist” lane-keeping system and new “DCC adaptive chassis control”. Other high-end technologies include the “Park Assist” parking assistant and “ACC automatic distance control” with “Front Assist” for braking distance reduction.
Panorama vent sunroof extends from A-pillars to B-pillars
Furthermore, the Passat CC is putting on a whole display of fascinating fireworks with other innovative and detailed solutions. Newly developed, for example, is an electrically actuated Panorama vent sunroof. The transparent roof is 750 millimeters long and 1,120 millimeters wide. This means that it covers the entire front section up to the B pillars. In this case, the cross-beam above the windshield is also in black. The electrically powered “Panorama vent sunroof” can be pivoted upward by 40 millimeters.
Frameless doors, climate seats, new climate control system and new instruments
They include small details that have tremendous impact.
Such as the unique guide system for the side windows in the
frameless coupé doors, which do not offer any surfaces for
the wind to catch hold. Extremely effective is the climate
control feature for the car’s seats (active climate seat). Until
now this comfort feature was reserved for the Phaeton luxury
sedan. In summer months the active climate seat provides for
noticeably improved comfort on long drives. Also new is the
entire climate control system (“Climatronic”) of the Passat CC,
whose visualization is now integrated in the display of
the radio and navigation systems. There is also a new layout
and design of the instruments with chrome bezels. Similar
to the Phaeton, instrument markings and numbers are not
backlit in blue, rather they glow in a white light. Sports car
like: When the ignition is started the instrument pointers all
brief ly peg to their maximum positions.
New USB interface for iPod and Co.
Also newly developed is the “Media-In” multimedia socket.
This USB interface can be used to integrate iPods and many
other current MP3 and DVD players in the particular audio
system installed on the Passat CC. The USB port is located
in the glove box. Control is via the Passat CC’s radio or radio-navigation
system. Title information is also shown in the display.
Another prime example of perfect attention to the smallest
details is the “mobility tire” from Continental being introduced for the first time on a Volkswagen; it is standard equipment in
every Passat CC version. The German tire producer developed
this technology, called ContiSeal, as a system that enables
continued driving despite penetration by nails or screws: A
protective layer on the interior surface of the tire tread area
immediately seals holes caused by penetration of foreign
objects. That way, no air can escape. The sealing process
works for nearly any leaks caused by objects up to five millimeters
in diameter. About 85 percent of typical f lat tires can
thereby be avoided.
Extensive standard equipment includes climate control and 17-inch alloy wheels
The Passat CC – which is intentionally offered in just one luxurious
equipment variant – is positioned in the premium range of
mid-class cars. Its extensive standard features include 17-inch
alloy wheels (“Phoenix” type) with size 235 tires, chrome
accents (interior and exterior), four ergonomic sport seats
(individual seating system in rear), a new three-spoke leather
steering wheel design, climate control, ESP electronic stabilization
program and automatic headlamp switching.
Advance sales started in Western Europe; North America and Japan to follow in 2008
The core markets for the Passat CC are North America, Western
Europe and Japan. This Volkswagen – built at the German plant in
Emden – can already be ordered in most countries in Europe.
Starting in the fourth quarter Volkswagen will also be introducing
the Passat CC in the USA, Canada and Japan.
Overview of technological highlights on the Passat:
“Lane Assist”: This active lane keeping system on the Passat
CC automatically counter-steers as soon as it detects that the
Passat CC could leave its lane unintentionally; a genuine gain
in convenience and safety. About 14 percent of all accidents
involving injuries are caused by the vehicle leaving its driving
lane. “Lane Assist” can make a contribution toward reducing
this accident rate. By the way, if the driver sets the turn signal
to intentionally change lanes, “Lane Assist” does not intervene.
“DCC adaptive chassis control”: The car’s new “adaptive chassis
control” system by Volkswagen combines the sportiness of a
coupé with the comfort of a top luxury sedan in one car. In
parallel to tuning of the suspension’s damping characteristic,
the power steering system is controlled too. “Adaptive chassis
control” offers the three programs “Normal”, “Sport” and
“Comfort”. Decisive here is the fact that the suspension
system is constantly adapting to the roadway and driving
situation and therefore continually improves comfort and
dynamic properties.
“Park Assist”: Another high-end technology is the “Park Assist”
parking assistance system. It automatically guides the Passat
CC into a parking space at the push of a button. The driver no
longer needs to steer in this case, but instead just accelerates
and brakes.
“ACC automatic distance control”: When “ACC” is activated,
the Passat CC automatically brakes and accelerates within a
speed range (0 to 210 km/h) input by the car driver beforehand.
Thanks to “Front Assist”, the system can also prevent
some cases of frontal collisions. In advance of certain situations,
the system preventively puts the brakes in a preconditioned state, thereby functioning as a stopping distance reduction
system (“AWV”). “Front Assist” also warns the driver of hazardous
situations by visual and acoustic signals. Even more: If
a minimum driving distance is not maintained, in extreme
cases the system brakes the Passat CC to a stop (“follow-tostop”).
However, it does not relieve drivers of their responsibility
and lets them intervene in the process at all times.
Four-door coupe is only 1.42 meters high
Passat CC
• Passat CC takes the stage with unmistakably unique design
• Frameless doors emphasize sporty-elegant positioning
Wolfsburg, April 2008. The Passat – a success for more than three
decades – is now the technological platform for the first fourdoor
coupé from Volkswagen. This guarantees that the Passat CC
too will employ a range of technology that ref lects the top level in
this market segment worldwide. Tailored to these technologies is
a body that was completely restructured and redesigned.
Design and dimensions
The four-door coupé measures 4,796 millimeters in length, which
is 31 millimeters more than the classic Passat. With a width of
1,856 millimeters (an extra 36 millimeters), the Passat CC already
ranges within the competitive field of upper mid-class cars.
Similar to its overall width, its track width dimensions were also
modified. In front it is 1,533 millimeters (an extra 11 millimeters),
and in the rear 1,557 millimeters (a gain of 16 millimeters). The
new Volkswagen measures just 1,422 millimeters in height
(lowered by 50 millimeters) – very sports car like.
Side profile
Especially distinctive are the f lowing lines of the car’s side profile.
The roof sweeps toward the rear with a very f lat curve radius,
from the A pillars to far beyond the C pillars. The lines of the
trunk region even extend into the rear window, as if drawn with a
single line. The side windows trace a narrow arc bordered in
chrome. To further intensify the sporty styling, the side windows are guided into frameless doors. Beneath the window line, a
muscular, developed shoulder line is used as a style-defining
design element, which is emphasized by a distinct “tornado
line”. In the case of the Passat CC, it provides a visual connection
from the front wheel wells to the taillights; its three-dimensional
expression generates a plus in dynamic tension – and that may be
taken literally with regard to the stability of the external metal
skin. No less powerful: the strong modulation of the door above
the chrome guard strips, the emphasis of the side skirts and the
sporty, outboard wheel wells over the standard 17-inch alloy
wheels (or optional 18-inch wheels).
Front end
The front end of the Passat CC shows another facet of the
Volkswagen brand’s face. Here too, the radiator grille, headlamps
and engine hood unify the sedan and coupé worlds. More
dominant than on any other Volkswagen, the radiator grille with
its two cross-struts and centrally placed VW logo spans the area
between the trapezoidal headlamps. The grille is framed-in by
a surface in car color whose V-like shape provides a visual interface
to the engine hood with its distinctive power dome. In the
lower area, three large air inlets and the f lasher and fog lamps,
left and right, dominate the visual image. The lower borders
of the air inlets are formed by a sports car spoiler that optimizes
the downforce of the Passat CC at higher speeds. An indicator
of the Passat CC’s excellent overall aerodynamic qualities is its
drag coefficient of cw 0,29.
Rear end
The rear end of the Passat CC is also marked by an absolutely
independent design. Large-format dual taillights produce an
unmistakable visual image, day and night. A rear spoiler – that
has been very stylishly worked into the modulation of the trunk
lid – tames air turbulence and, like its counterpart at the front
end, generates greater downforce. The large rear window visually
extends far into the short but high-opening tailgate. It is a continuation
of the coupé’s roof line. A styling trick makes the window
appear even larger and the tailgate even smaller: the tailgate
section directly bordering the glass has a cross-stripe painted
in black with a glass-like appearance. From a purely visual
perspective, it extends the glass look and thereby underscores
the dynamic character of the Passat CC. In the lower section of
the bumper, meanwhile, attention is drawn to the chrome trim
strips there, and to the continuation of the seam of the side sill.
Panorama vent sunroof
Newly developed for the Passat CC is an electrically powered
Panorama vent sunroof. The transparent roof is 750 millimeters
long and 1,120 millimeters wide. This means that it covers the
entire front section up to the B pillars. In this case, the front roof
cross-beam is also in black. The power “Panorama vent sunroof”
can be pivoted upward by 40 millimeters.
First Passat with individual seating system in rear
Passat CC
• Four ergonomically shaped sport seats, front climate seats upon request
• Newly designed instruments, door trim and automatic climate control
Wolfsburg, April 2008. The Passat CC is a pure four-seater. The
coupé philosophy is ref lected in the interior with this seat layout
as well. In both the front and rear, ergonomically designed sport
seats of the highest caliber are used. Overall, it can be said that
Volkswagen has succeeded in further refining seating comfort
and controls on this four-door coupé. For example, the Passat CC
is the first Volkswagen to have a newly developed climate control
system user interface, which is quite intuitive and extremely well
organized in its layout. The driver and front passenger adjust the
temperature using practical rotary knobs, and the selected value
is displayed on the control itself. In addition, climate control
functions are also shown in the display of the audio system.
The fact is: the cockpit design of the classic Passat was already
considered to be exceptionally sporty, elegant and high-end.
Now the coupé is also characterized by this basic styling.
Re-designed were the entire rear seating area, the instruments,
and – as already mentioned – control of the standard climate
control system, steering wheel and door trim with accent strips.
Available options here include accents in real wood and brushed
aluminum. Yet, the decorative strips in the doors not only look
good: upon request their entire contours become part of a newly
designed ambient lighting system that immerse the interior in
an especially pleasant lighting atmosphere at night.
Cockpit
New instruments were developed exclusively for the Passat CC.
They bear a clear resemblance to their counterparts on the Phaeton. Their numbers and markings are no longer backlit in
blue, rather they glow in a white light. The same applies to the
standard multi-functional display that is now also illuminated in
white, instead of the usual red. The numeric dials with their
chrome bezels and “white on black” appearance not only look
very classy, but also offer very good visual contrast for optimal
legibility.
Steering wheels
Also re-designed were the steering wheels offered on the Passat CC.
A total of three leather sport steering wheels are available. They
all have three spokes, where the lower spoke was designed as a
kind of dual spoke with an integrated metallic accent. Depending
on the version, the multifunction keys in the steering wheel can
be used to control the trip computer, various assistance systems,
the audio system and telephone. On vehicles with automatic
transmission, there is also the option of up- and downshifting
using the paddles located near the two lateral spokes on the
steering wheel.
Radio-navigation systems
The Passat CC is being offered with a new generation radio
and navigation system that was introduced in 2007. Features of
the top version – the RNS 510 – include intuitive touchscreen control
and a hard-disk supported navigation system. In conjunction
with the “Rear Assist” parking assistance system, when driving in
reverse a rearview camera (in the VW emblem) transmits images
of the surroundings behind the Passat to the screen. Also newly developed is the “Media-In” multimedia socket. This USB interface
can be used to integrate iPods and many other current MP3
and DVD players in the particular audio system installed in the
Passat CC. The USB port is located in the glove box. Control is
via the Passat CC’s radio or radio-navigation system. Title information
is also shown in the display.
Front seats
Newly developed for the standard 6-way – or optional 12-way –
power sport seats in front is a climate control feature (optional at
a very low add-on price). The new climate seat actively ventilates
the seat and seatback surfaces, improving comfort considerably.
About 320 liters of air are exchanged per minute by fan motors
that are practically silent. Three-stage control of the climate seat
is via a separate switch in the seat trim. The climate seat – always
in black – is offered together with leather and fabric seat covers.
In addition, two beverage holders were integrated in the center
tunnel unit; they can be closed by a sliding cover when not in use.
Rear seats
Maximum long-distance comfort is also offered by the individually
contoured seats in the rear. Seat heating like that on the front
seats is a optional feature. The sport seats offer – and this differs
from a conventional rear bench seat – ergonomically optimized
lateral support on the sides of the seatbacks and seat surfaces.
Standard features include a center armrest between the two rear
seats and an additional storage compartment. As in front, this
compartment has two variable beverage holders with sliding cover. When the center armrest is folded down, a pass-through
feature makes it possible to stow longer objects such as skis,
which extend into the trunk area with its 535 liter volume (with
spare wheel well). As an option, the Passat CC can be ordered
with 1/3 to 2/3 split folding seatbacks.
Protecting the rear passengers from curious onlookers and the
sun is an electrically actuated rear window screen. In addition,
tinted privacy glass may be ordered for the rear window and rear
side windows (65 percent light absorbing).
Top model comes with standard DCC adaptive chassis control
Passat CC
• Lane Assist with active steering boost for greater comfort and safety
• Adaptive chassis control and new generation of 4Motion perfect the car’s performance
Wolfsburg, April 2008. The Passat CC is being offered with
numerous new and innovative vehicle dynamic technologies.
A highlight here is the “Lane Assist” lane keeping assistant being
introduced for the first time on a Volkswagen. The system is able
to assist with a corrective steering intervention to help keep the
car in its lane. Of course, the system does not relieve drivers of
their responsibility for diligent control of the vehicle.
Another new technical feature is DCC adaptive chassis control.
The adjustable chassis is a standard feature on the top model of
the new car series, the Passat CC V6 4Motion. Adaptive chassis
control offers three different programs. Crucial here is the fact
that the adaptive chassis control system improves driving
characteristics across the board. That is because the suspension
is constantly being adapted to the roadway and driving situation.
Also standard equipment aboard the top model is the latest
generation of 4Motion full-time all-wheel drive, which underwent
significant advanced development. The results: greater
dynamics and optimized active safety.
Another high-end technology is the “Park Assist” parking assistance
system. It automatically guides the Passat CC into a parking
space parallel to the roadway at the push of a button. The driver
no longer needs to steer in this case, but instead just accelerates
and brakes. In addition, there is the “ACC automatic distance
control”, which is familiar from the “classic” Passat. When “ACC”
is activated the Passat CC automatically brakes and accelerates
within a speed range preset by the driver (0 to 210 km/h). Thanks to “Front Assist”, the system can also prevent some cases of
frontal collisions. In advance of certain situations the system
preventatively puts the brakes in a preconditioned state, thereby
functioning as a stopping distance reduction system (“AWV”).
“Front Assist” also warns the driver of hazardous situations by
visual and acoustic signals. Even more: If a minimum driving
distance is not maintained, in extreme cases the system brakes
the Passat CC to a stop (“follow-to-stop”). However, it does not
relieve drivers of their responsibility and lets them intervene in
the process at all times.
Lane Assist – the new lane-keeping assistant by Volkswagen
This active lane keeping system on the Passat CC automatically
counter-steers as soon as it detects that the Passat CC could
leave its lane unintentionally; a genuine gain in convenience and
safety. The reason: About 14 percent of all accidents involving
injuries are caused by a vehicle leaving its driving lane. “Lane
Assist” can make a contribution toward reducing this accident
rate. By the way, if the driver sets the turn signal to intentionally
change lanes, “Lane Assist” does not intervene. The system is
activated via the multifunctional display on the Passat CC. The
driver selects the system under the “Lane Assist” menu item to
activate it. As long as the driver does not deactivate the system,
from that point forward “Lane Assist” takes effect starting at a
speed of 65 km/h. “Lane Assist” detects lane markings via a
camera in the vicinity of the rearview mirror or rain sensor. It
does not matter whether road lines are continuous or broken as
in the case of a center stripe. “Lane Assist” also operates in
darkness. However, the system does not intervene when there
are no lane markings.
Once “Lane Assist” has been activated, the driver is informed by
a yellow indicator symbol in the shape of a driving lane in the
instrument cluster. As soon as the camera has acquired the
proper lane markings, the symbol lights green. Now the system is
fully active. As soon as the system indicates that the car is leaving
the ideal line, “Lane Assist” counters by steering in the opposite
direction. Decisive here: counter-steering is very continuous and
gentle. If the driver takes his or her hands off the steering
wheel entirely, the system detects this and issues a warning,
both acoustic and by a text message in the instrument cluster – a
so-called request to resume control – and if the driver does not
resume steering the system switches itself off after eight seconds.
Similarly, the driver can always “override” the “Lane Assist” steering
with just a little force. The lane keeping assistant does not react
when the driver activates the turn signal before crossing over a
lane marker either. Incidentally, “Lane Assist” functionality is
only possible if the car has “controllable” electro-mechanical
power steering, such as the Passat CC has as standard equipment.
DCC adaptive chassis control – more dynamics and comfort
When it comes to the chassis, a gain in truly perceptible sportiness
always comes at the expense of comfort, and the opposite holds
true as well. It would therefore be ideal to have a chassis
that could continually adapt to roadway conditions and the
specific wishes of the driver or car passengers. However, that
requires an electrically adjustable suspension. This new “adaptive
chassis control” by Volkswagen is offered as standard equipment
on the Passat CC V6 4Motion. Not only is the suspension’s
damping characteristic controlled, but the electro-mechanical
power steering is tuned as well.
“Adaptive chassis control” offers three programs: “Normal”,
“Sport” and “Comfort”. “Sport” and “Comfort” are selected by a
pushbutton to the right of the gearshift lever. Decisive here is the
fact that driving characteristics are improved by adaptive chassis
control continually. That is because the suspension constantly
adapts to the roadway and the driving situation. The system also
reacts to acceleration, braking and steering inputs. This resolves
the conflict in objectives between a stiff sporty suspension and a
comfortable suspension. For drivers and their passengers this
makes itself felt in significantly improved ride comfort.
In the “Sport” program, on the other hand, the Passat CC is transformed
into an agile sports car, since the suspension is stiffened
considerably; and simultaneously power steering boost is reduced
with more direct layout. The opposite is the case in
“Comfort” mode. Comfort is significantly improved, especially on
poor roadways and during slower driving; the suspension
characteristic is then similar to that of a luxury sedan in the
style of the Phaeton.
Components of the new “adaptive chassis control” system include
four dampers with characteristic map control, a gateway control
module that serves as an interface to the CAN data networks in
the Passat CC, three sensors for measuring wheel displacements,
three sensors for measuring movements of the car body and a
control module for suspension control. The “Normal”, “Sport” and
“Comfort” modes are also indicated in the instrument cluster.
4Motion – the latest generation of all-wheel drive
A standard feature on the Passat CC V6 4Motion is the latest
generation of Volkswagen’s all-wheel drive system. 4Motion has undergone significant advanced development compared to the
version implemented to date. Above all, the transfer of power
between the front and rear axles – and therefore the all-wheel
clutch – exhibits significant advances compared to the prior
generation. The most important of these: activation of all-wheel
drive no longer requires a speed difference between the front
and rear axles. The result: additional gains in active safety and
dynamics.
Details of the 4Motion system on the Passat CC: the electrohydraulic
all-wheel clutch runs in an oil bath. Different than on
the preceding generation, pressure buildup is handled by an
electric pump. The multi-plate clutch system itself was integrated
in the rear axle drive. The electric pump delivers oil to the pressure
reservoir whose working pressure is 30 bar. An ECU computes
the ideal drive torque for the rear axle and regulates, via a valve,
how much oil pressure is transmitted to the working piston of the
multi-plate clutch. In this process, the contact pressure on the
clutch plates is proportional to the torque desired at the rear
axle. The transferable torque can be continuously varied by the
magnitude of the pressure applied to the clutch plates. Compared
to the previous 4MOTION generation, the system operates as a
function of slip, since the working pressure is always available.
When starting up from a stop and accelerating, slip of the wheels
at the front axle is prevented even more intensively, since the
ECU controls torque distribution based on dynamic axle loads. In
extreme cases, it is still possible to direct nearly 100 percent of
the drive torque to the rear axle.
Basic layout of the Passat CC chassis:
The Passat CC shows just how a modern front-wheel drive or
all-wheel drive chassis should perform in terms of both its
comfort and handling properties. The four-link rear suspension
that is acoustically decoupled from the car body via a subframe,
the McPherson front suspension designed with aluminum
components and electro-mechanical power steering all guarantee
agility, comfort and safety of the highest level.
The chassis technology is perfected by the ESP system with
integrated trailer stabilization that is standard equipment
worldwide. Going beyond familiar ESP functions, when a trailer
is being towed the system ensures early detection of the
dreaded trailer swaying and reduces it by specific brake and
engine interventions.
Front suspension:
The front suspension of the Passat CC is based on the McPherson
principle with lower mounted A-arms and MacPherson struts. This
suspension is very light and therefore offers numerous advantages.
In the area of the especially rigid and crash-optimized suspension
subframe alone, 4.5 kilograms of weight were trimmed compared
to a conventional sheet steel design. Also very light are the transverse
links manufactured from forged aluminum. Here the weight
advantage compared to sheet steel is a total of 4.2 kilograms.
Lightweight construction methods are especially beneficial when
it comes to unsprung masses. Therefore, besides the transverse
links, the linkage bearings are also made of aluminum. The
weight advantage here adds up to 3.2 kilograms. Thanks to a special
design, it was also possible to save 1.4 kilograms of weight in the area of the stabilizer. The various lightweight construction
methods reduce the weight of the front suspension by a total of
13.3 kilograms. And that means: greater comfort, more dynamics
and better fuel economy.
Rear suspension:
The Passat CC has a four-link rear suspension. It is also very light
and offers a high degree of ride comfort and stability. A special
layout of the links makes it possible to tune longitudinal and
transverse dynamics separately. The separation of functions
ensures optimal dynamics and driving safety on the one hand,
and very impressive ride comfort on the other.
The four-link rear suspension consists of a decoupled subframe
to which the steering knuckle is connected via the spring arm, tie
rod and transverse arm upward in a transverse direction. Wheel
locating in the longitudinal direction is handled by the trailing
arm. Also used on the rear suspension are weight-optimized
tube stabilizers. Decisive for the very good comfort of the
Passat CC is the fact that the rear suspension is decoupled from
the car body via the subframe. This isolation is accomplished
by four rubber-metal bearings. The bearing’s rubber mixture was
selected to satisfy the special dynamic requirements during
driving operation in an ideal way. The result: isolation of the
subframe elevates acoustic comfort and driving and ride
comfort to luxury class levels.
Passat CC consumes just 5.8 liters diesel as TDI
Passat CC
• Launch phase with one turbo-diesel and two gasoline engines; power range from 140 PS to 300 PS
• Common-rail turbo-diesel already satisfies future Euro-5 emissions standard for the year 2009
Wolfsburg, April 2008. Volkswagen will offer the Passat CC
exclusively with highly advanced direct-injection engines worldwide.
The gasoline engines (TSI and V6) satisfy the Euro-4
emissions standard. The turbo-diesels (TDI) offered in Europe
fulfill the Euro-5 standard that goes into effect in 2009. At the
time of its European market introduction, two gasoline engines
(160 PS and 300 PS) and a TDI (140 PS) will be available. A TSI
with 200 PS and a powerful 170 PS TDI will follow.
TSI with 160 PS
In Europe, a TSI engine with power output of 118 kW / 160 PS
(at 5,000 rpm) offers entry into the world of the Passat CC.
The turbocharged four-cylinder is exceptionally fuel efficient
(average fuel consumption: 7.6 liters/100 km) and torquestrong
(maximum of 250 Newton-meter at a low 1,500 rpm). With
this new engine, the Passat CC reaches a speed of 100 km/h in
8.6 seconds; its top speed is 222 km/h. This TSI is shifted via a
manual six-speed gearbox as standard equipment; as an option it
can be paired with a 7-speed dual clutch transmission (DSG) that
is an entirely new development.
TSI with 200 PS
At the next power level the Passat CC is powered by a strong
147 kW / 200 PS (at 5,100 rpm) TSI. It too has a turbocharger, and it too shines with very good torque and fuel economy values.
Over 100 kilometers this 280 Newton-meter (starting at 1,700 rpm)
torque-strong four-cylinder consumes just 7.9 liters of fuel.
Despite this, it serves up a top speed of 237 km/h. The Passat CC
with this engine handles the sprint to 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds.
As an alternative to the standard manual six-speed gearbox, a
six-speed automatic is available here.
V6 with 300 PS
The strongest gasoline engine in the Passat CC is a 3.6 liter
displacement six cylinder delivering 220 kW / 300 PS (at 6,600 rpm).
It develops a maximum torque of 350 Newton-meter (from
2,400 rpm) and accelerates the four-door coupé to 100 km/h in
5.6 seconds. Its average fuel consumption is 10.1 liters. The car’s
top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h. The Passat CC V6
is offered with the latest generation of 4MOTION full-time allwheel
drive as standard equipment. The top model is shifted
via the automated DSG dual clutch transmission.
2.0 TDI with 140 PS and 170 PS
In the European market, the Passat CC is also being launched
with a TDI engine that is as economical as it is clean and torquestrong.
This new common rail diesel outputs 103 kW / 140 PS.
There will also be a common rail TDI with 125 kW / 170 PS. While
the “small” TDI develops a maximum torque of 320 Newtonmeter
starting at a low 1,750 rpm, maximum torque on the “large”
TDI is already 350 Newton-meter (from 1,750 rpm). In the 140 PS
version, the Passat CC accelerates to 100 km/h in 9.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 213 km/h. This contrasts with average
fuel consumption of just 5.8 liters diesel per 100 kilometers.
With 170 PS the Passat CC TDI is 227 km/h fast. The Volkswagen
puts the classic sprint to 100 km/h behind it in 8.6 seconds. Also
excellent is its low fuel consumption of 5.8 liters per 100 kilometers.
Either of the TDIs may be ordered with the innovative DSG dual
clutch transmission as an option.
6-speed and 7-speed DSG
Five years ago, Volkswagen introduced the first production
dual-clutch transmission in the world: the 6-speed DSG. That
marked the beginning of the Volkswagen dual-clutch transmission’s
winning ways. Since then more than a million 6-speed
DSGs have been sold. Just in the past year volume was about
400,000. On the Passat CC, besides the 6-speed DSG, the new
7-speed DSG is also used for engines outputting greater than
250 Newton-meter torque. It was developed for high-volume
engines with up to 250 Newton-meter torque and therefore also
for the new 160-PS TSI of the Passat CC.
The new 7-speed DSG, like its counterpart with its six forward
gears, is a pure Volkswagen development. In designing this intelligent
automatic transmission, the focus was on combining
the comfort of a conventional automatic with the economy and
dynamics of a manual transmission. The overall potential of
the dual-clutch transmission for reducing fuel consumption is
enormous, regardless of the Volkswagen in which it is operating:
compared to a manual transmission savings amount to up to
twelve percent, depending on the engine; compared to an automatic
with lock-up torque converter it is as much as 20 percent.
Exclusive equipment is standard
Passat CC
• Base equipment includes 17-inch alloy wheels, individual seating system in the rear and climate control
• First Volkswagen with standard self-sealing mobility tires
Wolfsburg, April 2008. The Passat CC– unlike the classic Passat
sedan and the Passat Variant – is intentionally being offered in just
one exclusive equipment line. The new model follows a philosophy
of equipment features similar to that of the Phaeton and Touareg.
In keeping with its positioning in the premium range of mid-class
cars, the Passat CC is characterized by basic equipment features
that are as extensive as they are luxurious. They include 17-inch
alloy wheels (Phoenix type), self-sealing size 235 tires, chrome
accents (inside and outside), four ergonomic sport seats (individual
seating system in rear), a new three-spoke leather steering wheel
design, leather gearshift knob, center armrests front and rear, automatic
headlamp switching, power window lifts in frameless coupé
doors, ambient lighting of the center console, automatically
dimming rearview mirror and semi-automatic climate control
system (“Climatic”).
Overview of standard equipment on the Passat CC (excerpt):
Exterior
• Turn signal lamps in LED technology, located laterally in the
outside mirrors
• Chrome strips on the side windows
• Chrome radiator grille frame and fins
• “Phoenix” alloy wheels (TDI, TSI) / “Spa” (V6) in 8 J x 17, mobility
tires 235/45 R17 (self-sealing)
Front guard strips in car color, chrome on sides and in rear
• Green tinted glass
Interior
• Storage bins in instrument panel
• Ambient lighting
• Cup holders in front with covers
• Storage box and cup holders with covers between rear seats
• Storage compartment with lid in headliner console
• Storage bins in all doors on driver and passenger sides
• Chrome bezel on rotary light switch
• Decorative chrome bezels on instruments in the instrument panel
• Decorative “chrome” accents on instrument panel, doors and
center console
• Pass-through feature in rear bench seat with rear center armrest
• Individual seating system in rear
• Glove box with cooling option
• Leather steering wheel (three spoke) with chrome (matte) decor
• Lumbar support and seatback angle adjustment in front,
power adjustment on driver’s side
• Center armrest, front, with storage box and air vent in back
• Leather gearshift knob
• Seat covers in f lat woven fabric, “Silversprint” pattern
• Sport seats in front, height adjustable
Safety features
• Airbag for driver and front passenger, front passenger airbag
can be deactivated
• Three-point automatic safety belts at all seating positions with
height adjustment, in front with belt tensioners
• ESP with counter-steering support including ABS with braking
assistant, ASR, EDS, trailer stabilization and MSR
• Rearview mirror automatically dimming
• Isofix mounting brackets on rear bench seat
• Head airbag system for front and rear passengers
• Head rests, front and rear
• LED flasher lamps integrated in outside mirror housings
• Mobility tires
• Ref lectors in doors
• Tire monitoring indicator
• Tire pressure monitoring system (V6)
• Seat belt reminder system (SBR)
• Side airbag for driver and front passenger, can be deactivated on
passenger side
• Tie-down eyes in trunk area
• Automatic hazard f lasher activation during hard braking
• Triangular safety ref lector integrated in trunk lid
• Auxiliary child seat anchor (top tether)
Functional features
• DCC adaptive chassis control (V6)
• Outside mirror on driver’s side aspherical
• Outside mirror with power adjustment and heating
• Turn signal function with convenient one-touch switching
• Automatic headlamp switching with “Coming home” and
“Leaving home” functions
• Power window lifts, front and rear
• Remote unlocking of trunk and fuel door
• Trunk f loor can be installed
• Trunk area lighting
• Trunk lid with automatic opening feature
• Interior lighting, front and rear, with shutoff delay and
dimming function
• “Climatic” climate control system
• “Press & Drive” convenience start function
• Load sill guard strip
• Steering column is height and length adjustable
• Reading lamps with chrome bezels, front and rear
• Make-up mirror, illuminated, in sun visors
• 12V outlet on center console in rear and in trunk
• Multifunctional display “Plus” (on-board computer)
• Parking brake, electro-mechanical / auto-hold function (with DSG)
• Windshield wipers with interval settings and rain sensor
• Power steering, electro-mechanical, with speed-dependent
control
Sport chassis (TDI, TSI)
• Dust and pollen filter with activated carbon insert
• Central locking with RF remote control, two RF keys