Volkswagen Passat Named Professional Driver Estate Car of the Year

The Volkswagen Passat has been crowned Professional Driver Estate Car of the Year, following one of the UK industry’s most rigorous judging and testing processes.

The award was announced at the annual Professional Driver QSI (Quality, Service, Innovation) Awards in Brighton — widely regarded as the UK’s largest reader-judged car awards within the professional driving sector.

Tested in Real-World Conditions

The Professional Driver Car of the Year awards are known for their thorough evaluation process.

A 100-strong judging panel — made up of private hire operators, experienced chauffeurs, journalists and Professional Driver readers — assessed more than 40 vehicles across six categories.

Each car was tested in real-world driving conditions, with close scrutiny given to:

Driving performance
Interior space
Passenger comfort
Practicality
Overall usability for professional drivers

The Passat’s win in the estate category highlights its strength as a spacious, comfortable and highly capable long-distance vehicle.

“One of the Roomiest Estate Cars Available”

Mark Bursa, Editor of Professional Driver, commented:

“The Passat is one of the roomiest estate cars available, with very good rear legroom and space for several suitcases. Its plug-in hybrid powertrain is ideal for longer journeys, and for the many private hire drivers who don’t have access to home charging.”

Estate vehicles remain especially popular among private hire operators, thanks to their generous luggage capacity — ideal for airport transfers and longer-distance bookings.

Eight Awards Since the Start of 2025

This latest recognition adds to an impressive run of eight awards for the Passat since the beginning of 2025.

Recent accolades from respected organisations including:

What Car?
Caravan and Motorhome Club
Camping and Caravanning Club

Judges have consistently praised the Passat for its:

Outstanding interior space
Comfort and refinement
Advanced safety technology
Strong towing capability

Discover the Award-Winning Passat at Western Volkswagen

The multi-award-winning Passat continues to set the benchmark for estate practicality, efficiency and long-distance comfort.

To find out more about the latest Volkswagen Passat or to arrange a test drive, contact your local Western Volkswagen retailer in:

Edinburgh East (Fort Kinnaird)
Edinburgh West (Newbridge)
Dunfermline
Kirkcaldy

Experience why the Passat continues to lead the way in its class.

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