The Volkswagen Passat (B8) is a mid-size car / large family car (D-segment) manufactured by Volkswagen from 2014 to 2023, replacing the Passat B6/B7 models. It is available in a 4-door saloon and a 5-door estate sold as "Variant" in some markets. It was first introduced at the Volkswagen Design Center Potsdam on 3 July 2014.[2] The B8 is the eighth-generation model in the Volkswagen Passat series and the first passenger vehicle of Volkswagen Group to be based on an enlarged version of the MQB platform.[3]
A facelift model was revealed in February 2019, changes include updated front and rear fascias with new lighting, the interior received the MIB3 infotainment system and updated graphics from the instrument cluster, new safety features, and updated engine line-up.[4][5]