Time for some affordable mid-size fun.
ABT Sportsline has been working its magic with the Volkswagen Passat since 1973. That’s 46 years of making the mid-size model from Volkswagen even more enjoyable. Their latest arsenal of upgrades is just as impressive as their long history with the four-door, as seven different engine tunes are available along with new body work, suspension goodies, and more.
First, the gasoline engines get a pretty significant boost thanks to the ABT Power “New Generation” kits, starting with the 1.4-liter TSI. The turbocharged four-cylinder sees its stock 150 horsepower output jump to 180. The slightly larger 1.8 TSI goes from 180- to 210 horses with the kit. The two versions of the 2.0 TSI engine with 220- and 280 horsepower from the factory get boosted to 290- and 336 horsepower, respectively.
On the oil-burning side of things, the entire range of 2.0-liter TDI four-cylinders get a healthy dose of power as well. The factory 150-, 190-, and 240 horsepower outputs all grow to 170, 215, and 270 horsepower, respectively, along with a healthy boost in torque.
While the array of engine tunes is vast, the rest of the Volkswagen Passat can be injected with fun from the chassis, out thanks to ABT Sportsline. New suspension springs reduce the ride height by 35 mm up front and 30 mm at the rear for a better center of gravity while anti-roll bars tighten up handling in the corners.
From there, new ABT sport wheels can be added with Continental high-performance tires for added grip. 18-, 19-, 20-, and 21-inch ABT CR, DR, ER-C, FR, and DR alloy wheels can all be fitted for a more unique look and bigger footprint.
Visually, the Volkswagen Passat can get a bit more aggressive with the new ABT Sportsline add-ons. A new front grille and skirt creates a wider, lower fascia while new mirror covers and side skirts decorate the profile. At the rear, a new spoiler generates downforce while a new skirt integrates the quad-pipe rear muffler for a muscular look.
The new ABT Sportsline range of upgrades for the Volkswagen Passat are currently available as a complete package or individual accessories, and ensures that the German company will be working with the mid-size car for years to come.
ABT Sportsline Volkswagen Passat Specifications
ABT Engine Upgrades:
Engine: 1.4 TSI, 1.395 cc capacity, R4
Performance Tuning: ABT POWER „New Generation“
Performance: 180 HP/132 kW (Serial: 150 HP/110 kW)
290 Nm (Serial: 250 Nm)
Engine: 1.8 TSI, 1.798 cc capacity, R4
Performance Tuning: ABT POWER „New Generation“
Performance: 210 HP/154 kW (Serial: 180 HP/132 kW)
310 Nm (Serial: 250 Nm)
Engine: 2.0 TSI, 1.984 cc capacity, R4
Performance Tuning: ABT POWER „New Generation“
Performance: 290 HP/213 kW (Serial: 220 HP/162 kW)
420 Nm (Serial: 350 Nm)
Engine: 2.0 TSI, 1.984 cc capacity, R4
Performance Tuning: ABT POWER „New Generation“
Performance: 336 HP/247 kW (Serial: 280 HP/206 kW)
420 Nm (Serial: 350 Nm)
Engine: 2.0 TDI, 1.968 cc capacity, R4
Performance Tuning: ABT POWER „New Generation“
Performance: 270 HP/199 kW (Serial: 240 HP/176 kW)
540 Nm (Serial: 500 Nm)
Engine: 2.0 TDI, 1.968 cc capacity, R4
Performance Tuning: ABT POWER „New Generation“
Performance: 215 HP/158 kW (Serial: 190 HP/140 kW)
440 Nm (Serial: 400 Nm)
Engine: 2.0 TDI, 1.968 cc capacity, R4
Performance Tuning: ABT POWER „New Generation“
Performance: 170 HP/125 kW (Serial: 150 HP/110 kW)
380 Nm (Serial: 340 Nm)
ABT Exhaust:
-ABT rear muffler incl. tailpipes on the right side
Wheels, Tires, and Suspension:
Wheels: CR, DR, ER-C or FR in 18, 19 and 20 inch, ABT DR also in 21 inch
Tires: Continental high performance tires
Suspension: ABT suspension springs (front axle ca. 35 mm, rear axle ca. 30 mm), anti-roll bars
Exterior:
-ABT front skirt add on
-ABT front grille add on
-ABT side skirt add ons
-ABT mirror covers
-ABT rear spoiler
-ABT rear skirt set incl. rear skirt add on, rear muffler and tailpipes on the right side
ABT Sportsline Volkswagen Passat Gallery
Source: ABT Sportsline
Which Volkswagen Passat model would you choose to get upgraded by ABT Sportsline?
