The Volkswagen Passat CC is now also available in 5 places. The House of Wolfsburg has decided to introduce this option in response to numerous requests from potential clients who did not accept the lack of five seats in the cabin. With a surcharge of 100 euros, the Passat CC can be ordered with the rear seat for 3 persons, with the central place with a headrest and three-point safety belt. Furthermore, the back of the bench seat is also split asymmetrically,

Downsizing now also involves the mechanical components. In implementing the engine 2.0 GTDi petrol engine, Volvo has in fact worked with Borg-Warner and Benteler Automotive (manufacturer of steel components) to complete the turbocharger smaller than the market in relation to power output. Miniaturization, a subject dear to the Oriental Engineering, also whets the Scandinavian peninsula, so long to propose a four-cylinder gasoline 1.999cm ³, 203 horsepower (at 6000 rpm) and 300Nm of maximum torque available already from 1750 rpm.