It’s estimated that there are approximately 13.5million dogs in the UK, and since ... And because the Passat has more space than most other estate cars, even in plug-in hybrid form, I’ve ...

Unfortunately it also pushes the price up to a level where the Passat starts to look quite expensive. With 201bhp, this plug-in hybrid model is able to accelerate from 0-62mph in 8.2 seconds.

The Volkswagen Passat isn’t the slushy family barge you might be expecting, with a slightly stiffer suspension that gives very decent control while maintaining a good level of comfort. It’s a nice ...