The Volkswagen Passat has been described as
appliance-like but it appears the automaker is preparing to spice up the model
with a new performance-oriented variant. According to Digital Trends, a
Volkswagen spokesperson has confirmed the company will introduce a new Passat
GT. The model will reportedly resemble the Passat GT concept which debuted at
the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Little is known about the model but the Passat GT
concept was equipped with modified bumpers, a black honeycomb grille, and a
trunk-mounted spoiler. The car also featured LED headlights, a sports exhaust
system, and a sport-tuned suspension which reduced the ride height by 1.5
centimeters.
Interior changes were relatively minor but included
two-tone sport seats, piano black trim, and fake carbon fiber accents. Like the
concept, the production model will reportedly be powered by a 3.6-liter V6
engine which produces 280 hp and 349 Nm of torque.
The model is expected to debut at the Los Angeles
Auto Show and pricing will reportedly start at around US$ 30,000. The first
deliveries are slated to occur before the end of the year but we'll likely
learn more in the coming months.