Good genetics: Volkswagen Passat CC review. Volkswagen Passat CC

At the North American International Auto Show in early 2008 German company Volkswagen pleased the world community with a model called Passat CC (“Comfort Coupe”) - a new “four-door coupe” with sporty body contours, a German-quality interior and a driver’s character. In the same year, the car began to develop the world's leading markets, including Russian.

In November 2011, an updated version of the four-door debuted on the catwalks of the Los Angeles Auto Show, which gained independence, having lost the word “Passat” in the name (although for Russia the “German” retained the same name). But the improvements were not limited to this - the car received a more solid appearance, acquired an improved interior, replenished its arsenal with new options and received minor technical metamorphoses.

Appearance Volkswagen Passat The CC successfully combines the solidity of a “business” sedan and the elegance of a coupe – the car looks exceptionally beautiful. The four-door has the most intriguing view in profile due to the deliberately dynamic and graceful contours of the body with a long hood, a smoothly sloping roof and a sloping trunk. But from other angles, the “German” demonstrates calmer and more austere outlines – a moderately presentable front end with bi-xenon optics and a massive radiator grille and a stocky rear end with stylish lights and a raised bumper.

Dimensions " coupe-shaped sedan“are somewhere on the border of “D” and “E” classes according to the European classification: 4802 mm in length, 1417 mm in height and 1885 mm in width. The gap between the axles of the car is 2711 mm, and its ground clearance does not exceed 154 mm.

Inside, the Volkswagen Passat CC looks stylish and German-quality and impresses with the excellent quality of materials (nice plastics, aluminum inserts, good fabric and genuine leather) and high level of assembly. From the point of view of design and ergonomics, the interior of the four-door is thought out to the smallest detail - a comfortable multifunctional steering wheel with optimal sizes, a laconic and informative instrument panel, a “laconic” but attractive center console with an analog clock, a multimedia system unit and a climate “remote control”.

Front occupants in the Volkswagen Passat CC enjoy tight seats with pronounced lateral support for the hips and torso, wide possibilities for settings and heating (optionally also ventilation and electric drive). The “gallery” is a two-seater by default, and for an additional fee a three-seater rear sofa is installed (but in any case, the sloping roof puts pressure on the heads of tall passengers, although in other directions free space with abundance).

In terms of practicality, the “four-door coupe” is in perfect order – its standard cargo compartment can accommodate 532 liters of luggage. The “hold” of the car boasts the correct shape and a decent opening, but it disappoints with its rather large loading height. A full-size spare tire and the necessary tools are stored in a niche under the raised floor.

Specifications. On the Russian market, the Volkswagen Passat CC is available with three petrol TSI engine, which are combined with a similar number of gearboxes and two types of transmissions.

Under the hood of the initial versions of the three-volume engine there is an in-line 1.8-liter “four” with direct fuel supply, a 16-valve timing belt, a turbocharger and phase shifters on the intake and exhaust, developing 152 “mares” at 5000-6200 rpm and 250 Nm of torque at 1500 -4200 rpm. It is assisted by a 6-speed “mechanics” or a 7-speed “robot” (to choose from), directing the potential to the wheels of the front axle. Such a car rushes to the first “hundred” in 8.5-8.6 seconds, reaches a maximum of 222 km/h and “drinks” at least 7.3-7.4 liters in combined conditions.
Intermediate versions of the Passat SS are equipped with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with a vertical layout, a 16-valve timing belt with chain drive, turbocharged and direct power, the output of which falls within 210 “horses” at 5300-6200 rpm and 290 Nm of peak thrust at 1700-5000 rpm. Together with a 7-speed DSG and front-wheel drive transmission, it allows the four-door to reach 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds, stop accelerating only after reaching 240 km/h and consume 7.8 liters of gasoline in mixed mode.
The “top” modifications of the Volkswagen Passat CC “show off” a 3.6-liter V-shaped six-cylinder engine with aluminum block, 24-valve timing and technology direct injection, generating 300 horsepower at 6600 rpm and 350 Nm of peak performance at 2400-5300 rpm. It is combined with a six-speed robot and a 4Motion all-wheel drive system based on a Haldex clutch with traction force distribution between four wheels. From zero to the first “hundred”, such a car takes off in 5.5 seconds and rests at 250 km/h, and “eats” about 9.3 liters in the “city/highway” cycle.

The Volkswagen Passat CC is based on a front-wheel drive “PQ45” platform with a transversely mounted power unit and generous use of high-strength steel types in the body structure. The car's suspension is completely independent: MacPherson struts with wishbones are mounted at the front, and a four-link architecture at the rear. Optionally, it has an adaptive chassis with electronically controlled DCC shock absorbers, which have three operating modes: “comfortable”, “sports” and “standard”.
In stock, the four-door has a rack-and-pinion steering system with an electromechanical power steering and progressive characteristics. All wheels of the car are equipped with disc braking systems with a diameter of 310 mm at the front and 285 mm at the rear, which are assisted by ABS, EDB and other electronic gadgets.

Options and prices. For Russian consumers, the 2016 Volkswagen Passat CC is offered in the uncontested “Sport” version at a price starting from 1,682,000 rubles. The car's standard equipment includes six airbags, an audio system with 8 speakers, dual-zone climate control, 17-inch wheel rims, four electric windows, heated front seats, bi-xenon headlights, ABS, ESP, a driver fatigue detection system, rain sensors and tire pressure, hill start assist technology and other modern functionality.
For a three-volume car with a robotic transmission you will have to pay a minimum of 1,800,000 rubles, and with a 300-horsepower engine and all-wheel drive– 3,180,000 rubles. In addition, the car is equipped with a large number of optional gadgets, in particular the “sporty” R-Link package, a roof with a panoramic view, system automatic parking, high-quality Nappa leather interior trim, power seats and much more.

Promotion "Grand Sale"

Location

The promotion applies only to new cars.

The offer is valid only for promotional vehicles. The current list and amounts of discounts can be found on this website or from the managers of the car dealership.

The number of products is limited. The promotion automatically ends when the available number of promotional vehicles is exhausted.

Promotion "Loyalty Program"

Location– car dealership “MAS MOTORS”, Moscow, Varshavskoe highway, building 132A, building 1.

Maximum benefit for a maintenance offer in your own service center"MAS MOTORS" is 50,000 rubles when purchasing a new car.

These funds are provided in the form of a bonus amount linked to the client’s loyalty card. These funds cannot be cashed out or exchanged in any other way for a cash equivalent.

Bonuses can only be spent on:

Purchase of spare parts, accessories and additional equipment in the MAS MOTORS showroom;
Discount when paying for maintenance at the MAS MOTORS dealership.

Write-off restrictions:

For each scheduled (regular) maintenance, the discount cannot exceed 1000 rubles.
For each unscheduled (irregular) maintenance – no more than 2000 rubles.
For the purchase of additional equipment - no more than 30% of the amount of purchase of additional equipment.

The basis for providing a discount is a customer loyalty card issued in our salon. The card is not personalized.

MAS MOTORS reserves the right to change the terms of the loyalty program without notifying cardholders. The client undertakes to independently study the terms of service on this website.

Promotion “Trade-In or Recycling”

Location– car dealership “MAS MOTORS”, Moscow, Varshavskoe highway, building 132A, building 1.

The promotion applies only to procedures for purchasing new cars.

Size maximum benefit is 60,000 rubles if:

an old car is accepted under the Trade-In program and its age does not exceed 3 years;

the old car was handed over under the terms of the state recycling program; the age of the handed over vehicle is not important in this case.

The benefit is provided in the form of a reduction in the selling price of the car at the time of purchase.

It can be combined with benefits under the “Credit or installment plan 0%” and “Travel reimbursement” programs.

You cannot use the discount under the recycling program and Trade-In at the same time.

The vehicle may belong to your close relative. The latter may be considered: siblings, parents, children or spouses. Family ties will need to be documented.

Other features of participation in the promotion are listed below.

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You can take part in the promotion only after providing:

official state-issued recycling certificate,
documents on deregistration of the old vehicle with the traffic police,
documents confirming ownership of the scrapped vehicle.

The scrapped vehicle must have been owned by the applicant or his close relative for at least 1 year.

Only disposal certificates issued after 01/01/2015 are considered.

Promotion “Credit or installment plan 0%”

Location– car dealership “MAS MOTORS”, Moscow, Varshavskoe highway, building 132A, building 1.

The benefits under the “Credit or installment plan 0%” program can be combined with the benefits under the “Trade-In or Recycling” and “Travel Compensation” programs.

The final amount of the maximum benefit received when purchasing a vehicle under special programs at the MAS MOTORS dealership can be used as payment for services for installing additional equipment at the dealership’s service center or as a discount on the car relative to its base price - at the discretion of the dealership.

Installment plan

If you pay in installments, the maximum benefit under the program can reach 70,000 rubles. A prerequisite for receiving benefits is a down payment of 50%.

The installment plan is issued as a car loan, provided without overpayment relative to the original cost of the car for a period of 6 to 36 months, if there are no violations of the agreement with the bank during the payment process.

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Lending

If you apply for a car loan through partner banks of the MAS MOTORS car dealership, the maximum benefit when purchasing a car can be 70,000 rubles if the down payment exceeds 10% of the cost of the purchased car.

The list of partner banks and lending conditions can be found on the page

Promotion Cash discount

Location– car dealership “MAS MOTORS”, Moscow, Varshavskoe highway, building 132A, building 1.

The promotion only applies to the purchase of new cars.

The maximum benefit amount will be 40,000 rubles if the client pays in cash at the cash desk of the MAS MOTORS car dealership on the day the purchase and sale agreement is concluded.

The discount is provided in the form of a reduction in the selling price of the car at the time of purchase.

The promotion is limited to the number of cars available for purchase and automatically ends when the remaining stock is exhausted.

The MAS MOTORS car dealership reserves the right to refuse a promotion participant to receive a discount if individual actions of the participant do not comply with the promotion rules given here.

The MAS MOTORS car dealership reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of this promotion, as well as the range and number of promotional cars, including suspending the timing of the promotion by amending the rules of the promotion presented here.

State programs

Location– car dealership “MAS MOTORS”, Moscow, Varshavskoe highway, building 132A, building 1.

The discount is only available when purchasing new cars using credit funds from partner banks.

The bank reserves the right to refuse to issue a loan without giving reasons.

Car loans are provided by partner banks of the MAS MOTORS showroom, indicated on the page

The vehicle and the client must meet the requirements of the selected government subsidy program.

Maximum benefit for government programs subsidizing car loans is 10%, provided that the cost of the car does not exceed the established threshold for the selected loan program.

The administration of the car dealership reserves the right to refuse to provide benefits without giving reasons.

The benefit can be combined with the benefit under the “Credit or installment plan 0%” and “Trade-In or disposal” programs.

The method of payment when purchasing a vehicle does not affect the terms of payment.

The Volkswagen Passat SS is built on the basis of the VW Passat B6 and has been assembled in the German city of Emden since 2008. Until August 2010, part of the Passat CC for Russian market was going to Kaluga. The prefix СС means Comfort Coupe - “comfort coupe”. The appearance of the Passat CC is unlikely to leave anyone indifferent, it is so harmonious and will not be repeated. The SS looks much more expensive than it actually costs. In 2011, a new version of the Passat SS was released, which, in fact, was a restyling, with the aim of bringing appearance to the general corporate style.

How are things going with his reliability? Having received common platform and technical stuffing from the Passat B6, the SS acquired the same problems. But first things first.

Engines

The Volkswagen Passat SS received a wide range of power units: 4-cylinder petrol turbo engines 1.8 TSI (152 hp) and 2.0 TSI (200 hp and 210 hp after restyling), naturally aspirated V- shaped petrol “six” with a displacement of 3.6 liters (300 hp) and a 4-cylinder turbodiesel 2.0 TDI (140 hp and 170 hp after restyling).

The most common 1.8 TSI engine is generally reliable. The turbocharger is durable and has a good service life. But increased consumption oil (up to 1 liter per 2-3 thousand km) is a common “disease” that affects up to 60% of cars after 50-80 thousand km. All models of the concern with this engine suffer from oil burns, incl. and Skoda. Volkswagen recently released a repair kit that includes upgraded pistons and rings. If owners complain about increased oil consumption, dealers carry out a control measurement of oil consumption. If the “illness” is confirmed, official services replace the piston: in warranty period- free of charge, but if the warranty has expired, then only at the expense of the owner. On cars that came off the assembly line after restyling and underwent “overhaul”, the problem of oil burns occurs less frequently.

Another nuisance that can take you by surprise and force you to seriously fork out money is the timing chain jumping with a mileage of more than 70-100 thousand km. The culprit is the chain damper. After April 2011, the damper was modified and the problem did not recur.

VW Passat CC USA (2008 - 2011)

The 2.0 TSI is structurally similar to the younger 1.8 TSI, but is considered more reliable. He is deprived of the ailments described above. 3.6 FSI was also not seen in the list of possible problems.

On diesel 2.0 TDI 140 hp. with a mileage of more than 50-100 thousand km, the flywheel may rattle. In an unofficial service, you will have to pay about 25 thousand rubles for a new flywheel and another 8 thousand rubles for the work. At dealers, replacing a flywheel will cost significantly more.

Many owners note relatively loud work fuel pump. Some people manage to get the “humming” pump replaced under warranty, after which the long-awaited silence comes. Also, sometimes problems appear in the cooling system associated with leakage of the pump, pipes or radiator.

Transmission

All power units, with the exception of the V6 3.6, can be combined with a 6-speed manual transmission transmission Mechanics are generally reliable. Some owners note insufficient clarity of gear shifting due to the excessively long travel of the clutch pedal, which grabs at the very bottom. There are cases of bearing noise input shaft boxes.

VW Passat CC R-Line (2008 - 2011)

The most widespread and the number of complaints was the preselective automatic transmission. DSG gears 7 with double dry clutch, exclusively combined with the 1.8 TSI engine. Claims, as a rule, appeared with a mileage of more than 20-40 thousand km due to jerking in traffic jams when moving from first to second and back, vibrations at the moment of start and during acceleration in 2nd gear. Dealers replaced the clutch, but this did not guarantee a complete elimination of the problem. Soon the vibrations could appear again. Then it was time to replace the mechatronics with a mileage of more than 50-90 thousand km. IN in rare cases services resorted to replacing the box. For comparison: cost new box about 300 thousand rubles, mechatronics - about 90 thousand rubles, clutches - about 20 thousand rubles, and replacement work - 10-15 thousand rubles. More often, problems appeared on the Volkswagen Passat SS, operated mainly in city traffic jams. It is generally accepted that switching the gearbox to “manual” or “sport” mode when caught in a long traffic jam allows you to avoid possible malfunctions. It is gratifying that the problem is not widespread and affects no more than a third of cars. Meanwhile, Volkswagen continued to search for ways to treat the disease: it released a new version of the ECU firmware of the box and modernized the clutch and the box itself. But the “antidote” has not yet been found. Having made concessions, in the face of numerous complaints, the manufacturer extended the deadline warranty service DSG 7 up to 5 years or 150 thousand km.

A robotic DSG 6 with a wet clutch was installed in conjunction with a diesel engine, V6 3.6 liters, and after mid-2010, also with a 2.0 TSI. This transmission is considered more reliable, but cases of the need to replace the clutch have also been recorded here.

Classic 6-speed automatic transmission Aisin gears until mid-2010 it was used only with a petrol 2-liter TSI. The weak point of the box is the hydraulic valve block, which caused shocks when changing gears with a mileage of more than 70-120 thousand km. The cost of a new unit is about 50-60 thousand rubles, repairs - about 20-25 thousand rubles.

All-wheel drive Volkswagen versions Passat CC are equipped Haldex coupling. No problems were noted with it.

VW Passat CC (2011 - present)

Chassis

The Passat SS's suspension is relatively strong. With the arrival of frost, many note the appearance of creaks and knocking in the suspension when driving over uneven surfaces. On cars assembled in 2011, they often begin to crunch support bearings front struts with a mileage of more than 10-20 thousand km. The source of rear knocks is often the brake calipers.

Body and interior

Quality complaints paint coating, as a rule, does not arise. In rare cases, over time, abrasions may appear inside the doorways at the point of contact with the seals. The plastic trim at the bottom of the rear window above the trunk lid sometimes breaks. The chrome on the external decorative inserts gradually becomes cloudy. If earlier dealers, when receiving complaints, replaced the darkened element, now such cases are not covered by the warranty until the chrome begins to swell ( very rare). The loss of the rear bumper plug is often discovered (400-800 rubles from dealers). Many people note fogging of the headlights and the appearance of insects in the front and rear optics(cases not covered by warranty).

In winter, the gas tank flap often freezes. You can open it after the car has warmed up in a heated parking lot. And to prevent freezing, it is necessary to treat the lock with a special water-repellent lubricant. Another one winter problem– glass freezing, which is why they do not lower and the doors do not open. Some owners inadvertently pull the door and unscrew the seal. To avoid problems after washing in cold weather, it is necessary to thoroughly blow out the seals with compressed air and treat them with a special compound. The manufacturer does not recommend using silicone-based lubricants for this. With the arrival of winter, delays appear in the electric drive for folding/unfolding mirrors - the response time reaches 10-20 seconds!!! There are cases of burnout of the windshield heating element (warranty case).

With the arrival of cold weather, the interior plastic may creak until the interior warms up. The creaking panorama also contributes to the frost. Knocks and squeaks when driving over uneven surfaces can be caused by loose door locks, usually the front ones. To fix this, the lock needs to be adjusted. There is also a less expensive “collective farm” method - wrapping the lock staples with electrical tape. Metal creaks or clicks in the heat in the area of the rear parcel shelf are caused by the movement of metal body panels at the welds. The solution to the problem by the manufacturer is reduced to mechanical impact on the free panels for the purpose of unloading. Simply put, use a screwdriver to increase the gap between the body elements in the area of the rear parcel shelf and lubricate the places where they come into contact with each other.

VW Passat CC (2008 - 2011)

It is not uncommon for condensation to accumulate in the trunk lid and in the space between the roof and the headliner. There are leaks through the windshield seal.

Some owners complain about the appearance of scuffs on the side support of the driver's seat with leather upholstery after a mileage of more than 20-40 thousand km. There are also complaints from owners with fabric seats.

Conclusion

Statistics show that in reality, no more than 30-40% of owners encounter serious problems such as the DSG gearbox. The figure is certainly high, but far from exorbitant. The “maslozhor” is “not fatal” in most cases, and cases of chain jumping are rare. Other malfunctions are even less common. Don't be afraid of the Volkswagen Passat CC. The car will give you many pleasant impressions. In addition, Volkswagen tries to eliminate all design flaws in a timely manner. But unscrupulous dealers often hinder good intentions by refusing warranty repairs, and further damaging the automaker's reputation.

Everyone looks like a gentleman in a suit and tie, ready to go to a business meeting or to the country club - but models like the Passat sedan lack a certain polish that can only be acquired with the passage of time and the succession of generations living by the code of honor of the aristocracy. However, there is a real nobleman in this automotive family - that’s exactly what the CC looks like. It absorbed all the best that the manufacturer could offer it - excellent appearance, powerful motors, well-designed chassis, as well as exquisite interior design. Of course, such a car costs much more than the base Passat. To check whether its price is fair, we will conduct a comprehensive review of the Volkswagen Passat SS.

Volkswagen Passat CC is a car that is suitable for a person occupying a high position

In full dress

All the best is inside

It should be remembered that the last two letters in the name Volkswagen Passat CC stand for “Comfort coupe” - it is with comfort that we come. At first glance, it may seem that the Passat CC has nothing in common with the seventh generation - the two-tone interior coloring, as well as the large silver insert on the center console, are so striking. By the way, the latter is complemented by a long stripe, which can be colored in various shades depending on the client’s wishes - it very well dilutes the overly utilitarian Volkswagen salon Passat, devoid of any special design refinements. Of course, many may say that the interior of the Passat CC is boring due to the use of a large number of straight lines and strict geometric shapes - however, against the backdrop of all the luxury, they seem more laconic than understated. Volkswagen designers did a good job on multimedia system- it was possible to fit it into the console without a feeling of alienness and incompatibility with the surrounding finishing materials.

However, in Volkswagen interior Passat CC can also be seen with clearly conspicuous disadvantages, which somewhat worsen the initial impression. In particular, the steering wheel here is the same as on a regular Passat. No doubt, they look quite good and are comfortable, but against the background luxury salon such elements look poor and unpresentable. The round clock that the company is now trying to use in each of its models also doesn’t look very appropriate in the overall geometric style of the Passat CC. But for what I would like to thank the Volkswagen designers who were involved in the development of the interior, it is for the impressive selector of robotic operating modes, which invariably attracts attention, allowing one to be distracted from some of the shortcomings described earlier.

The two-color seats are not only very beautiful, but also comfortable, thanks to which the Volkswagen Passat CC can lay claim to the title of leader in comfort in its class. The front seats are distinguished by a slightly elongated cushion, which will be comfortable for people of large stature, but will create some discomfort for those whose parameters are somewhat below average. The back profile can safely be called ideal, and the lateral support pleases with its efficiency and unobtrusiveness, which allows you to forget about the existence of such an element of the chair during a quiet ride. It's better to seat two people in the back - and it's not at all a matter of lack of legroom or small width. We are talking about the profile of the back and cushion of the sofa, which forms a significant bulge in the middle, which does not allow accommodation with at least a minimum. In addition, if you do not take a reclining seating position, which is inaccessible to the average passenger, then there will be no headroom at all due to the low-hanging roof.

Ahead of its time

Looks like international Volkswagen concern uses the Passat CC model - because the recently introduced eighth-generation Passat sedan was so similar to the 2012 four-door coupe that the latter was predicted to be excluded from model range companies. But the rumors turned out to be wrong - soon they promise to show us a new prestigious model with an even more perfect appearance. In the meantime, let's examine the current Volkswagen Passat CC - the most advantageous angle for this model is the profile view, when the low sloping roof and the elongated glazing line in a silver frame, ending in a smooth bend in the rear door, become noticeable. If you go forward a little, you can see a very deep stamping on the sides, which falls slightly from the rear to the front wheel arch, giving the Volkswagen Passat CC a very dynamic look. It is worth paying attention to the large wheel disks Passat CC, which are very similar to an airplane propeller, due to which the car even looks somewhat extravagant.

Looking at the Volkswagen Passat CC from the front, you understand that the company’s specialists have done a real miracle - it immediately becomes clear that the element of the car is fast movement. In the design of the front end, the main tone is set by a very wide chrome grille radiator with thin but clearly visible horizontal lines - it with clearly visible lenses and long strips of daytime LEDs running lights. The bumper also uses a wide grille, the height of which is limited on the sides by openings for fog lights, and this whole composition is completed by two large ribs on the hood. From the rear, the car looks much calmer, although its dynamism is reminiscent of the original shaped lights narrowed to the center and the small ones on the trunk lid.

Progress check

Vehicle dynamics and its components

It’s worth saying right away that the Volkswagen Passat SS fully corresponds to the parameters of the seventh generation sedan - despite the fact that base car has already received the eighth generation, the four-door coupe has not been updated either externally or technically - representatives Volkswagen company claim that instead we will soon see completely new car. The review included the Passat CC with the most powerful four-cylinder engine 2.0, which develops power of 210 horsepower. Despite the fact that many are like this Volkswagen characteristics Passat CC may seem insufficient for large luxury car, power unit copes with the tasks assigned to it excellently - acceleration to the first “hundred” on the speedometer lasts only 7.3 seconds, and the acceleration stops at almost 250 km/h. In the city, such power seems excessive - the Passat CC reacts very “nervously” to the touch of the gas pedal, trying to immediately get ahead in the traffic, so you have to periodically monitor the distance to the car in front. But on a country highway, Volkswagen is in its element - if you don’t have to do much, you can achieve maximum comfort and efficiency - due to optimally selected settings, the car consumes no more than 6 liters of fuel per 100 km.

The Volkswagen Passat CC is represented by a six-speed robotic DSG unit. In comparison with a seven-speed transmission operating on a similar principle, it has significant advantages:

Ability to transmit more;
Reliability in peak vehicle operating conditions;
Quick reactions to changes in the amount of fuel supplied to the cylinders of the power unit.

Of course, you have to pay for this with more jerks that occur during sudden acceleration, but this gearbox is ideal for the Volkswagen Passat CC. I'm very pleased with the presence sport mode, in which the transmission allows you to achieve high speed engine and change gears much faster, completely eliminating breaks in the flow of power transmitted to the wheels.

Those who love saving can be advised to choose the Volkswagen Passat CC, equipped with a 1.8 with 152 horsepower or a 2.0 diesel with a performance of 140 hp. With. In addition, it is possible to order a car with a top-end 3.6-liter engine and all-wheel drive transmission- this version already has a price comparable to the Audi A4, which has a more prestigious status. However, if we take into account the changes that have occurred in production program Volkswagen sedan Passat, it is likely that we will not see a six-cylinder engine in the next generation. But instead, it will be possible to order a car with a four-cylinder diesel engine with a power of 240 horsepower.

Comfortable chassis

Thanks to the differences in suspension settings, a test drive of the Volkswagen Passat SS can be carried out not only in the city center, but also in the suburbs with broken roads and many obstacles. Volkswagen engineers claim that the Passat CC has 15% less energy while maintaining the same energy consumption - and this can be felt after the first pit! The chassis of the car calmly passes even fairly large irregularities, without letting passengers know about it. Only if you decide to jump through a deep hole or a crushed hole at high speed, the Volkswagen Passat CC will jump, but no rocking will follow this movement.

Specifications

Car model:
Manufacturer country:	Germany
Body type:	Sedan
Number of places:	5
Number of doors:	4
Engine capacity, cubic meters cm:	1984
Power, l. s./about. min:	210/6200
Maximum speed, km/h:	242
Acceleration to 100 km/h, s:	7,3
Type of drive:	Front
checkpoint:	6 automatic transmission
Fuel type:	Gasoline AI-95
Consumption per 100 km:	In the city 11.0 / Outside the city 6.0
Length, mm:	4800
Width, mm:	2090
Height, mm:	1417
Ground clearance, mm:	124
Tire size:	235/45 R17
Curb weight, kg:	1515
Total weight, kg:	1980
Fuel tank volume:	70

And here's what it's all about real problem- so it's in ground clearance Passat CC, which doesn't even reach the 125mm level. The conclusion is that the car is completely unsuitable for driving on dirt and gravel roads, as well as for climbing high curbs. Well, you'll have to observe gentlemanly manners and use the car exclusively for driving around major cities, in which there are no problems with road infrastructure.

Volkswagen Passat CC, then it is exceptionally stable - you will not feel deviations from the chosen course even after the shocks in the suspension become noticeable. Reactions to the steering wheel are somewhat slow, and the car itself may roll slightly when turning, which is caused by a decrease in the rigidity of the chassis. In the city, Passat CC due to the use of automation, which determines the optimal angle of rotation of the wheels for entering the selected place.

Aristocrat or not?

Of course, the Volkswagen Passat CC is a level higher than the sedan on which it is based, but it is too early to talk about unconditional membership in the premium class. Worth waiting for the next one to come out generation Passat CC - in the meantime, you can evaluate the main parameters of the machine that participated in the review:

Pros of the Volkswagen Passat CC:

Excellent dynamics and moderate fuel consumption;
Comfortable interior;
Excellent appearance;
Good level of equipment.

Test Drive Volkswagen car Passat CC:

Cons of Volkswagen Passat CC:

Low roof level in the rear;
High compared to the base Volkswagen Passat;
The steering wheel and dashboard do not match the rest of the interior elements.

Conclusion: Of course, the Volkswagen Passat CC is different excellent characteristics and well-developed design, but they require further improvements in order to get there. However, even without this, the car has good consumer qualities and can make fast driving very comfortable.

Volkswagen lived in peace and did not bother. And then I began to think: I have a classic Passat in my lineup, and there is an executive Phaeton. Well, what's between them? "Never mind"! – the Germans were upset and built a slightly more pompous Passat SS on the basis of the modest Passat. And they forced society to consider it an E-class car, because Passat B6 is D, and Phaeton is F. This happened in 2008. Another six months later, the SS began to be assembled in America, and this is important for us, because the car, which its owner Dmitry kindly provided to us, was assembled right there, in the United States.

Anyone who has ever read about SS knows that these letters are an abbreviation for “Comfort-Coupe”, which is translated as “comfort coupe”. Now you know this too.

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In 2011, the car was restyled. in spring next year the updated SS could already be bought in Russia. Changes affected optics, interior and some body elements. Passat SS has become a little more aggressive and “serious” at the same time. However, describing the appearance of the SS in words is like singing “Ave Maria” to a deaf person. Let's put on gloves and start figuring out which nuts and bolts can be twisted in the CC, and which ones are better left untouched.

Engine

I have already said that this car arrived in Russia from America. This can partly explain its very rare configuration, namely the presence of a two-liter turbocharged TFSI engine together with a six-speed automatic transmission, and not with. Let us note that the year of manufacture of our car is 2009, it arrived in Russia in 2014, the mileage is 129 thousand kilometers.

The peculiarities of the engine include its changeable gasoline and oil “appetite”. With this car, while driving very calmly around the city, we managed to achieve eight liters per hundred kilometers. But who will buy an SS for such purposes? That's right, when you drive it, you always want to step on the gas. And here the consumption increases to 16 liters. But on average, sometimes growling with the engine, and sometimes riding imposingly, it is quite possible to spend no more than 12-13 liters per 100 kilometers in the urban cycle. By “putting” the speedometer needle on the number “130” on the highway (this is conditional, in our American Passat the speedometer scale is marked in miles, so we focus not on the arrow, but on the numbers on the on-board computer) and turning on the cruise control, we get a consumption of just under eight liters .

The situation is similar with oil consumption. Sometimes there are almost panicky reviews: a liter per thousand or even more. According to a car service specialist, oil consumption can reach high levels with an aggressive driving style, and this is the price for the turbine. In our case, from the moment last replacement The car ran 6,000 kilometers of oil, and we were able to add half a liter of oil to the top mark of the dipstick. Consumption, as we see, is not so terrible. But it is there, and there is no escape from it. By the way, it will be useful for those who like to “crush slippers” to know that this motor can be “chipped” quite effectively. Without replacing any hardware, using chips alone, you can achieve good results: power from 200 hp. rises to 265, and torque - from 280 Nm to 430. The cost of the operation ranges from 18 to 25 thousand rubles.

What standard maintenance operations can be carried out on the Passat SS yourself?

Even for a less experienced person, it will not be difficult to change the oil and filter. The cost of the filter is no more than 600 rubles. You shouldn't skimp on oil. Volkswagen recommends Castrol, the owner of our SS uses it. The cost of a liter is about 800 rubles, the required quantity is five liters, a total of 4,000 rubles. The filter is accessible and visible next to oil dipstick, it is not difficult to unscrew it. Just as easy to find drainer block crankcase.

The German gloomy genius did not show itself in any way in the design of the casing air filter. True, the developers didn’t want to install latches; you’ll have to work with a screwdriver. We remove the cover and install a new one, there are no subtleties in the procedure.

However, you can save a lot (if, of course, among Passat owners In general, there are people who like to save money) these two procedures still won’t work. The average price tag for changing the oil and both filters ranges from 600 to 700 rubles. Not at the dealer, however - it will be much more expensive there. Where you can save a hundred or two is on a filter. You can buy it for 1,200 rubles, or for 400, and the quality is not inferior to the original. On the Passat, like on any other (even German) car, sometimes you have to change the ignition coils and spark plugs. In a service center, especially an official one, they may tell you that this procedure requires the skills of an engineer of the highest category, an alien tool for removing coils, or some special state of enlightenment of the Buddha. This is not entirely true. Yes, there is a special puller, but it can easily be replaced with a regular flat-head screwdriver, and many people can do it with their own fingers. Carefully snap off the coils, then remove them from the spark plugs by pulling them up (with an unknown puller, prying them up with a screwdriver or just with your hands). The spark plugs sit quite deep, but unscrewing them is no more difficult than on any other engine. However, you will have to pay only 500 rubles to replace the spark plugs at the service center.

While the hood is open, let's see how to change the headlight bulbs. It turns out to be surprisingly easy. We remove the protective rubber cover, and behind it the connector is already visible. There can be no difficulties here.

Let's add a few words about oil. If you look at the engine from below, traces of oil leaks are clearly visible. But, as the car service master says, this picture should not frighten the owner of a car with a turbocharged engine. For these units, traces of oil are almost the norm. But it’s still better to check the dipstick regularly.

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Interior and body

The quality of the paintwork does not cause any complaints. Let's sit in the driver's seat and see how the owner of the SS feels behind the wheel. It cannot be said that some super-expensive materials were used in the interior decoration. The plastic is quite hard and does not look too pretentious. But overall it looks very, very decent. This panel could be covered with “young leatherette skin”; it would not lose the rigor and harmony of its overall design. In a word, this is the case when something looks more expensive than it actually is. And this is a big plus.

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We already talked about how, but then the test drive was a car with a 1.8 liter engine (152 hp) and DSG gearbox, and today we have a car with a two-liter unit (200 hp) and a conventional automatic transmission. Well, let's try.

It's extremely comfortable to sit here. True, only in the front seats. With my height (only 179 cm), the back was frankly low. I rested my head on the ceiling, and the only pleasure was to feel decent lateral support in the back (!) seat and put my hand on a full-fledged wide armrest. There are two here passenger seats, and if you don’t have to push with your elbows, then the tall passenger will polish the ceiling upholstery with his head in any case. Another thing is the “pilot” seat. As soon as you sat behind the wheel, a feeling of affinity with the car arose. And after starting the engine, the experience becomes even more pleasant. The noise insulation here is excellent, but when I started playing with the gas pedal while standing still, I got so carried away that the owner of the car opened the passenger door and asked if I had any problems. No, they haven’t, and I’m still able to move the selector to “D”. But the feeling that a running two-liter engine generates is incredibly difficult to convey in words. You can hardly hear it, but you feel that the car is alive. The engine breathes and is ready to take off the car at any moment, just give it a hint about it. Let's go!

Compared to a “robot,” the gear changes are, of course, noticeable. But the realization that the torque from the engine to the wheels is transmitted by a reliable automatic transmission, and not by these three almost indecent letters DSG, makes you come to terms with it. Moreover, there are no jerks or dips, acceleration is smooth, without signs of “thoughtfulness.” The suspension is hard, but in moderation. It allows you to steer quite actively, but does not tend to hit the soft spot and break your spine on uneven roads. Let's talk about its features in more detail.

Chassis and brakes

Repairing an SS chassis is not a cheap task. And, unfortunately, not the rarest thing. Our Volkswagen has both front and rear rear suspension everything is ok, but some weak spots you need to know in advance. These are primarily the silent blocks of the front control arms. They rarely travel more than 40 thousand kilometers, and, according to the service station master, their normal service life is only 25-30 thousand. This is, of course, not the most good news. It's much better that replacing them is easy, and you can even learn how to do it yourself. But replacing such a spare part at a car service shouldn’t break the bank: they charge from 500 to 800 rubles for the work.

In the photo: rear silent block of the front lever

The entire lever assembly is much more expensive. It is aluminum, and assembled with a silent block and a ball joint, you will have to pay 6,700 rubles for it. They will ask for 1,200 rubles to replace it. However, for the rest chassis There shouldn't be any surprises.

Difficulties may arise when replacing rear pads. The fact is that the car has an electronic parking brake. Yes, there is no handbrake lever, but in addition to comfort, this solution also creates certain inconveniences. The fact is that it will not be possible to separate the pistons either by pressing, or screwing, or other usual barbaric methods. In an amicable way, you need to use the VAG-COM adapter. But not everyone has it, so you can resort to another method.