Now that the new MQB platform from Volkswagen debuted in the new generation of 2013 Audi A3, the German automaker accelerates the pace of transferring all his models to it.
The next recipient of MQB will be Golf VII, which will debut at the end of this year to replace the current sixth generation.
Then the case will come to the European specification Passat, which was already seen by the photographer-spies during testing. The novelty should appear at the end of next year or at the beginning of 2014. She is expected to be a little more than the current version.
Volkswagen is tested only by the next Passat mule. To place the MQB platform, engineers had to make some changes to the current generation body. If you look carefully, you can see that the front axis was moved a little forward.
One of the advantages of the MQB platform is the same installation position for the entire line of engines and high -quality sound insulation of the car.
In addition to the new generation diesel and gasoline modifications, Volkswagen Passat should also expect a hybrid version.