Press Release
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Based on R GT Project
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Attractive, classy and distinctive
The Passat is one of Volkswagen’s most successful models enjoying an “excellent” reputation – the multitalented vehicle has been awarded 20 international prices since the beginning of 2006 alone including such renowned distinctions as the iF design award or the “Yellow Angel” of the German automobile club ADAC. The new aerodynamic package of Volkswagen Accessories demonstrates the Passat’s sportive vein. The sporty styling of the premium set consisting of front apron, side skirts set, rear apron, rear spoiler lip and dual tail pipe cover refines the looks and reduces the air resistance of the series vehicle. The characteristic shape of the vehicle front is particularly striking: The muscular V-shape of the radiator grill is optically highlighted making the Passat a true eye-catcher.
With the new aerodynamic package, Volkswagen Accessories delivers a powerful synthesis of driving dynamics, sportive look and everyday practicality meeting highest quality demands. At the same time, Vokswagen Accessories established a new premium product line for the Passat exhibiting style, dynamics and innovative power. Drivers in search of that distinguishing extra feature for their vehicle – individual car styling in conjunction with premium quality – can find that perfect solution at Volkswagen Accessories.
The innovative aerodynamic package is based on the design of the “Passat Moonraker” from the U.S.: The project that already stirred up a furor at the SEMA Motor Show in Las Vegas was realized in only seven months. The designer primarily pursued sporty criteria with the re-interpretation: The Passat with its new styling appears more powerful and dynamic than the series vehicle. The front apron contributes significantly to this effect: The entire air intakes on the side and below the license plate holder were designed in honeycomb fashion. For an even more striking look, the middle radiator grill frames and the lateral inserts can be painted in contrasting colors. The broadened side skirts in vehicle color continue the athletic design line towards the rear.
Motor sports feeling in everyday life
The Passat cannot hide its sporty nature in the body area either: The powerfully drawn side line is extended by the harmoniously integrated rear spoiler lip. At the same time, the rear apron with the air intakes hinted at to the right and left in the side section as well as the oval dual tail pipe covers over the ultimate in motor sports looks – great for drivers wanting to enjoy visual appeal in everyday life on the road. To accentuate the powerful character of the vehicle even more, a partial color highlight of the rear apron is suggested.
The chassis has also been slightly modified: The vehicle is lowered approximately 25 to 30 millimeters through the use of sport springs complemented by spring travel limiters. The attractively styled 18-inch alloy wheel Velos in the colors brilliant silver or titanium constitutes a perfect supplement to the aerodynamic package: The rim with the Pirelli P Zero Rosso Asimmetrico (235/40 R18) tires represents dynamic and speed as complete summer wheel ideally complementing the sporty overall impression of the vehicle.
The limited aerodynamic package for the Passat will be available from September 2006 at all Volkswagen partners. More information and prices can be found at www.volkswagen-zubehoer.de.
