The Volkswagen Passat won Professional Driver Estate Car of the Year at the annual QSI Awards in Brighton.
The awards are the UK’s largest reader-judged car awards. A panel of 100 judges—including private hire leaders, chauffeurs, and journalists—test over 40 cars on driving, interior space, and passenger comfort.
This win adds to the Passat’s eight awards in the past year from What Car? and caravan clubs, which praised its space, comfort, safety, and towing abilities.
Estate cars are popular with private hire operators for their luggage space.
Mark Bursa, Editor of Professional Driver, said: “The Passat is one of the roomiest estate cars available. Its plug-in hybrid powertrain is ideal for longer journeys and drivers without home charging.”
Professional Driver is a leading UK publication for professional drivers, covering private hire, taxi, and chauffeur sectors.
