At Volkswagen's annual earnings conference held on March 15, Volkswagen CEO said that the pure electric model that was previously exposed to replace Passat, the Aero B, will be launched in 2023. With the continuous improvement of volkswagen's ID series product line, it seems that it is time to say goodbye to the classic fuel models sold in some overseas markets, and the new Aero B will replace the Passat as the representative of Volkswagen's mid-size sedan. It is reported that the new car will be officially released at the end of this year.
In terms of appearance, the road test spy photos of the new car have been exposed, and some overseas media have drawn the effect map of the new car. Although the new car is currently called the Aero B, it is likely to continue the naming rules of the ID series models after it is officially launched. Combined with spy photos and renderings, it can be seen that the new car will most likely adopt the ID series family design style, using design elements such as closed grilles and through-line LED light strips, and the camouflage of the test car and the fuel vehicle should only cover up its true identity.
The side of the new car will be significantly adjusted compared to the Passat model on sale, using a clear slip-on shape, but the position under the roof is very backward, which can ensure better head space for the rear passengers. At present, the body size of the new car has not yet been announced, but from the picture, its body length seems to be comparable to the Passat and Maiteng models sold in China, but the wheelbase should increase.
In the previously exposed spy photos, the tail lights of the test car are obviously temporary accessories, including the overall tail shape does not seem to be very harmonious with the overall shape, and it is expected that it is still in the testing and adjustment stage.
In terms of power, it is reported that the new car will provide single-motor and dual-motor versions, and the follow-up will also provide GTX versions, of which the GTX version of the model's 0-100km/h acceleration time or 5.6 seconds.