Volkswagen has announced pricing and CO2 emissions for the new Passat.

It’s a facelift of the existing car, with a focus on new technology and the re-introduction of a plug-in hybrid engine.

Prices start at £25,370 for the entry-level 1.5 TSI SE.

Saloon and estate bodystyles are offered with a range of petrol and diesel engines.

There's a heavily revised 150PS 2.0-litre TDI diesel unit, a 1.5-litre TSI petrol with 150PS and a plug-in hybrid.

A new “semi-autonomous” driver assistance technology is offered, called Travel Assist. It combines adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, blind spot monitor and traffic sign recognition to provide a higher level of assistance than is available in the current model.

Another new feature in the Passat is Emergency Steering Assist, which increases safety when performing evasive manoeuvres by means of braking interventions.

The LED Matrix lights that made their debut on the new Touareg will also be available.

While the Passat retains similar styling to the existing version, the most noticeable change inside is the fitment of an all-new infotainment system.

Volkswagen calls it MIB3 and it promised greater interaction with smartphones and a permanent online connection.

The new system provides online music streaming, live traffic updates and a voice control system.

It is closely integrated with the new Digital Cockpit. The digital instruments have been enhanced with improved graphics and greater customisation.

VW Passat prices, fuel economy and CO2 emissions

Saloon:

Model	Engine/gearbox	MPG	CO2 g/km, NEDC (WLTP)	Price (RRP OTR)
SE	1.5 TSI 6spd-manual	45.7	122 (140)	£25,370
SE	1.5 TSI 7spd-DSG	42.9	121 (150)	£26,970
SE	2.0 TDI 7spd-DSG	55.2	106 (134)	£28,930
SEL	1.5 TSI 6spd-manual	45.6	122 (141)	£27,170
SEL	1.5 TSI 7spd-DSG	42.8	121 (150)	£28,770
SEL	2.0 TDI 7spd-DSG	55.1	106 (134)	£30,730
R-Line	1.5 TSI 6spd-manual	45.3	122 (142)	£29,970
R-Line	1.5 TSI 7spd-DSG	42.5	121 (151)	£31,570
R-Line	2.0 TDI 7spd-DSG	54.6	106 (136)	£33,530
GTE	1.4 TSI Hybrid 6spd-DSG	217.9	34 (29)	£36,390
GTE Advance	1.4 TSI Hybrid 6spd-DSG	201.7	36 (32)	£38,940

 

Estate:

Model	Engine/gearbox	MPG	CO2 g/km, NEDC (WLTP)	Price (RRP OTR)
SE	1.5 TSI 6spd-manual	43.8	125 (146)	£27,185
SE	1.5 TSI 7spd-DSG	41.0	125 (156)	£28,785
SE	2.0 TDI 7spd-DSG	53.3	109 (139)	£30,745
SEL	1.5 TSI 6spd-manual	43.8	125 (147)	£28,985
SEL	1.5 TSI 7spd-DSG	41.0	125 (157)	£30,585
SEL	2.0 TDI 7spd-DSG	53.2	109 (139)	£32,545
R-Line	1.5 TSI 6spd-manual	43.3	125 (148)	£31,785
R-Line	1.5 TSI 7spd-DSG	40.6	125 (158)	£33,385
R-Line	2.0 TDI 7spd-DSG	52.7	109 (141)	£35,345
GTE	1.4 TSI Hybrid 6spd-DSG	201.7	37 (33)	£37,920
GTE Advance	1.4 TSI Hybrid 6spd-DSG	176.6	39 (35)	£40,470