www.autobytel.com/volkswagen/passat/2013/?id=32972 The 2013 Volkswagen Passat gives you the best of 2 worlds: fuel efficiency and driving dynamics. The diesel engine gets wonderful fuel economy while the turbocharger and manual transmission pair to create an involved driving experience. This newest generation Passat is available with a couple of different engine combinations at various price points ranging from just over $20k to $33k but the vehicle reviewed here has the 2.0 liter TDI engine and retails for $26,225.
Fuel economy is on the mind of most automobile shoppers these days so naturally hybrid vehicles have become very popular. But Volkswagen has been producing high MPG cars for over a decade that are powered by a turbo diesel engine instead of a hybrid power plant to break the 40 MPG barrier. The 2013 Volkswagen Passat TDI is the classic example of German engineering and simplicity. There is nothing extravagant about the Passat; instead the exterior styling is more about muted lines rather than something flashy. This though is the norm for the mid-sized car where all the vehicles look the same.
At the heart of the 2013 Volkswagen Passat TDI lives a 2.0 turbocharged diesel 4-cylinder with direct injection. The engine makes 140 horsepower and 236 lb-ft. of torque. That low end grunt is what makes this diesel more exciting to drive compared to a hybrid. All that power is available at a very low 1750 RPM. Paired with a 6-speed manual transmission, the Passat TDI manages 31 MPG in the city and 43 MPG on the highway. The real thrill of driving this fuel efficient car does not come from the overall driving experience, yes it is appealing but the real thrill you get is from the fuel economy.
The inside of the 2013 Volkswagen Passat TDI is not only roomy but well equipped. There are tons of standard options and features like: cruise control, automatic doors and windows, Bluetooth, touchscreen sound system, and more. You also get a whole host of safety features on the new Passat that rival many high end cars in this segment.
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