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ABT Tuned Volkswagen Passat CC
The abbreviation “CC“ stands for “Comfort Coupe“: an elegant 4-door vehicle. “But who says that a Comfort Coupe mustn’t be sporty?” asks Hans-Jürgen Abt. The managing director of ABT Sportsline is enthused by the curved lines of the Wolfsburg vehicle, but thinks that “a bit more power would definitely suit” this stylish car. That is why the renowned Kempten-based tuner offers ABT Power packages for the CC, too. They make the coupe more dynamic, and a still more superior appearance is guaranteed. The 1.8 TSI’s serial 160hp (118kW) are turned into mighty 200hp (147kW); thanks to ABT Power, the 2.0 TSI enjoys a power upgrade to 240hp (177kW). This turns the ABT Passat CC into a really sporty car, as the Allgäu-based tuners take care that the elegant coupe offers meatier performance also when it comes to acceleration. ABT Power will soon be available for the 2.0-TDI versions, too. Then, the diesel engine will deliver powerful 190 or 170hp (140/124kW) instead of the serial 170 and 140hp respectively (125/103kW).

he ABT experts treated the newcomer to suspension springs and a lowering of the center of gravity so that the CC can be handled optimally in every road situation. That makes the coupe look very sporty even when standing still. However, the real qualities of these components, which are perfectly tuned to the car and its character, are only revealed while driving: the ABT Passat CC loves to be driven on winding roads and remains neutral even in the limit range. Suspension springs and power upgrade set highlights when it comes to maximizing driving pleasure.

In order to round off the visual appearance of the CC, ABT Sportsline recommend their company’s wheel creations. The AR and the BR wheel rims are both available in sizes 18 to 20 inch. “It is of course a matter of taste which wheel the client prefers, but, personally, I think that the BR wheel with its corresponding spoke pairs suits the CC particularly well,” says Hans-Jürgen Abt. Of course AR and BR wheel rims are available in combination with suitable tires by the ABT partners Continental and Dunlop.

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ABT Tuned Volkswagen Passat CC



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bmwdrvrbmwdrvr - 7/25/2008 10:17:49 AM
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maybe its just that angle, but that is an odd looking car, not attractive

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bigmotovbigmotov - 7/25/2008 10:26:15 AM
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I agree. Not ugly, but not that attractive. I just wish it wasn't so Jetta-ish looking.


DaHarderDaHarder - 7/25/2008 11:57:04 AM
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IMO - VW is way off target with this vehicle...

The additional 'style' afforded by its new roofline does little to truly distinguish it from its regular Passat stablemate.

We'll See how the buying public receives it, but... I'm seeing about as much success in this one as VW had with the Passat W8.

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t_bonet_bone - 7/25/2008 2:35:48 PM
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This photo isn't flattering, the car looks great from other photos I've seen.

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