2014 VW Passat could spawn coupe & convertible variants - report

 2014 VW Passat could spawn coupe & convertible variants - report
2011 Volkswagen Passat

Would slot below the Audi A5

With Volkswagen aiming to become the world's largest automaker by 2018, it's clear the company will have to expand their product lineup.

We've already reported about several models under consideration, but a new report is indicating the next-generation Passat (Euro-spec) could spawn coupe and convertible variants. Details are vague, but the models - if approved - would slot below the Audi A5 and compete with the upcoming Opel Calibra.

We're taking everything with a grain of salt, but the redesigned Passat is due in 2014 and should be larger and more luxurious than the current model.

Note: 2011 European Volkswagen Passat facelift pictured

Source: Autobild

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 wmgtxi wmgtxi
I'm confused, isn't the 2011 model meant to be all-new with just the same look?
May 19, 2011 6:20 pm
 automobile007 automobile007
This article is about the all-new Passat which will arrive in 2014, I think that picture is just for illustration
May 20, 2011 12:24 am
 Microice Microice
It's in the name... Best selling VWs? Beatle and Golf and Polo. Worst selling VWs? Passat and Pheaton? What's that? Next VW should be called Ping pong and there'll be riots for this car LOL!!!
May 19, 2011 7:28 pm
 clash_189 clash_189
Passat is not a failure and it is sold well and mostly has more juices than other competitors due to all turbocharged petrol engine. But the name really makes it appart from the most found and currently sold VW, golf. Probably "Tennis" or "Squash" new name is not a bad idea either
May 19, 2011 8:55 pm
 DeleteThisAccount DeleteThisAccount
I'm all for a Beetle 'Squash' edition.
May 20, 2011 12:10 am
 scratchy996 scratchy996
@ LMS , that would be the one they call 911.
May 20, 2011 2:30 am
 DdW DdW
Isn't the coupe/cabrio part of the current-gen model lineup? Didn't the New Concept Coupe (NCC) offical reveal at the 2010 Detroit auto show make a strong business case?(Read more: http://www.worldcarfans.com/110011123910/vw-new-compact-coupe-concept-unveiled-for-detroit-debut#ixzz1MrQgG7qw)
May 19, 2011 8:46 pm
 EMBJATI85 EMBJATI85
they need a new corrado
May 19, 2011 11:26 pm
 HEMI426 HEMI426
Vw could make a hole new bunch of cars, but it seems they have audi for that.
May 26, 2011 10:16 am