The most powerful series production Passat ever built is now available for sale in the UK market. Offered in both sedan and estate bodystyles, the VW Passat R36 is equipped with a naturally-aspirated 3.6-litre V6 engine developing 300Hp and 258 lbs ft of torque. Drive is channeled via a six-speed DSG gearbox through a 4MOTION all-wheel drive system that can divert torque to either axle depending on the grip available.

The Passat R36 Sedan is capable of accelerating from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 5.6 seconds while the estate takes 5.8 seconds. Both models top speed is electronically limited to 155 mph. Prices for new Passat R36 start at £30,990 on-the-road for the sedan and £32,150 for the estate model with buyers being able to choose among four colors ranging from silver to black, blue and grey.