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Evolution of EURO NCAP crash tests for the Volkswagen Passat from B5/B6/B7/B8

Model: Volkswagen Passat MK 8, 3G, B8 - Years: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Part: Body

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In this fascinating video, you can see the evolution of safety standards developed by the Volkswagen Passat across various versions over the years, according to the strict safety standards of Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme). Starting with the B5 version, built between 1996 and 2005, which earned 3 stars in the Euro NCAP test.

A significant quality leap was perceived in the subsequent B6 version, built between 2006 and 2010, which earned 4 stars in the tests. You can then see the substantial difference with the B7 (2010/2014) and B8 (2014/2023) versions, which achieved the maximum score of five stars, indicating a very high level of protection in all tested areas.


Updated on 16 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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