The Volkswagen Passat is a renowned nameplate of large family cars produced by German automaker Volkswagen since 1973. Initially known as the Passat, this vehicle has been marketed under various names such as Dasher, Santana, Quantum, Magotan, Corsar, and Carat across different regions, available in saloon, estate, and hatchback body styles.

In 2008, Volkswagen introduced a stylish “four-door coupé” variant of the Passat called the Passat CC in North America, later rebranded as the Volkswagen CC. This model was succeeded by the Arteon in 2017, reflecting Volkswagen’s commitment to design evolution and innovation.

In 2011, Volkswagen launched the Passat NMS (New Midsize Sedan) as a separate model line manufactured at different plants, including the Chattanooga assembly plant in the US and by SAIC-Volkswagen in China. The Passat NMS was specifically developed to boost Volkswagen’s sales in North America by offering a larger vehicle that was more cost-effective to produce.

Key Points:
1. The Volkswagen Passat is a long-standing series of family cars by Volkswagen since 1973, known under various names globally.
2. The Passat CC, introduced in 2008 in the North American market, showcased a sleek “four-door coupé” design.
3. The Passat NMS, launched in 2011, was tailored for the North American market, being manufactured in the US and China

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