In the domestic B-class car market, if any car is suitable for IKEA, I believe that everyone will think of SAIC Volkswagen Passat, which won the trust of 3 million car owners. It is no exaggeration to say that this car is the absolute king in this segment. In particular, its top models are blessed with many leapfrog configurations such as Harman Kardon’s advanced audio and aviation sleeping seats.
However, for many consumers with limited budgets, it is obviously unrealistic to choose the top model. Then, in the case of only looking at the lowest model, is the 1.4T entry-level Passat, that is, the 2022 280TSI business Passat worth buying? Let’s take a look at it next.
Simply from the appearance, it is actually difficult to distinguish Passats with different positioning, and the only difference in appearance of the lowest 1.4T Passat may be that the hub is a circle smaller, after all, it is only 16 inches. Compared with the 18-inch hub of the 2.0T model, the hub of this size does not look so harmonious, but it does not affect the use at all.
In fact, the difference between the lowest Passat and other models is mainly reflected in two aspects, on the one hand, the configuration, on the other hand, the power system. First, look at the configuration level, the 280TSI Business Edition/standard all-weather LED headlights, LED daytime running lights, headlight photosensitive automatic opening function, integrated LED taillights, LED rear fog lights, electric sunroof, leather seats, monochrome ambient lights in the car, ESP body dynamic electronic stability system, Auto Hold automatic parking, reversing radar, and so on.
In addition, such configurations as one-button start system, keyless entry system, electric adjustment of exterior rearview mirror (with heating function), 8-inch car-mounted Zhilian entertainment interactive system, intelligent car-connected system (Zhilian car control, vehicle health report, in-car Wi-Fi), SVW super APP/SVW Link/Carlife mobile phone interconnection, and 8-inch LCD instrument can also be found in this car. On the whole, do you suddenly feel that the entry-level Passat configuration at this price is enough for home use? In fact, if the budget is limited and the requirements for comfort are not particularly high, the Passat at this price can obviously meet your needs. After all, the active and passive safety configuration is still relatively comprehensive.
In addition, it is the power system. The new Passat still introduces three power systems, which are equipped with 1.4T and 2.0T high and low power engines respectively. Among them, the 1.4T engine has a maximum power of 110kW and a maximum torque of 250 N m. Compared with the 2.0T model, the power parameters are obviously different, and the transmission system is not a 7-speed wet dual-clutch gearbox of the 2.0T model, but a 7-speed dry dual-clutch gearbox.
However, in terms of actual driving experience, thanks to the excellent adjustment experience of SAIC Volkswagen, the ride comfort of this car is still amazing. At the beginning, it is still enough for people to feel smooth and comfortable easily. Without intense driving, the performance of the gearbox is also very smart and the shifting logic is clear. High-speed cars will not make people feel depressed, and the power output is also very linear.
In addition, excellent chassis adjustment can also make the family sitting in the back row feel comfortable. On the whole, if we simply consider the household demand, the performance of low-priced Passat is also remarkable. However, it should be emphasized here that if you use a business car, it is still recommended to choose the top model in one step.