Here at Travall we’re always on the lookout for the best dog friendly cars to keep both you and your pets happy as you enjoy life’s journey. Better still, the list of vehicles we produce our premium accessories for continues to grow, in order to include the latest and greatest cars for dog owners. For the fourth entry in this series, we’re looking at the Volkswagen Passat Estate.
Since hitting the roads of Britain way back in 1973, the Passat has been immensely successful for VW. Now in its eighth generation, total Passat sales worldwide are sitting at an impressive 30 million vehicles. The current model is available in a range of trims and starts at £27,575.00 going all the way up to £43, 740 for range topping R-Line models. Whichever you opt for, the Passat Estate is a fantastic choice for pet owners and families.
Why the Volkswagen Passat Estate is one of the best dog-friendly cars:
There are many reasons to buy a Passat Estate and its impressive sales figures should come as no real surprise. I’m unable to cover all of them here, so I’ve boiled them down to 3 areas: comfort, practicality and technology. In terms of comfort, you get a refined, familiar and spacious cabin. It’s here where the difference in quality over the more budget friendly options from Vauxhall and Ford are more apparent. Furthermore, it’s incredibly quiet on the road with minimal engine noise and stable handling even at higher speeds.
As it’s an estate car, practicality also ranks highly on its scorecard. At the rear, you simply need to wave a foot under the bumper to open the electric tailgate to be greeted by 650L of boot space for your dog to hop into. Volkswagen’s estate is also not as tall as some of the other vehicles recommended in this series. As a result, there’s certainly less of a leap for your canine friends to make from the ground. In the boot you’ll find plenty of practical cubby holes perfect for storing pet toys, leads and treats!
Lastly, the Passat is loaded with the latest driver assistance technology to keep you and your passengers safe. What VW calls the ‘Proactive Passenger Protection System’, is able to prepare the vehicle for a possible collision in advance. It does this by detecting when the car is in a potentially dangerous situation based on longitudinal and latitudinal acceleration. This includes tightening the seat belts and closing passenger windows to improve safety during a collision. All of this tech, as well as the standard VW safety equipment will make you feel more secure when travelling with your dogs.
Great accessories for one of the best dog friendly cars:
If you’ll be travelling with dogs in your Passat Estate, you’ll want to protect your car from any damage that may affect its resale value, such as stained upholstery and scratched paint. This is where Travall’s range of premium vehicle accessories, designed specifically for the Passat Estate come in. The Travall Guard prevents excited dogs from breaking into the passenger area and harming the interior, or worse themselves. Additionally, the Travall Divider works seamlessly with the guard to separate the boot into two distinct areas. This is great for keeping dogs away from precious cargo and preventing items from moving around during transit.
On the subject of luggage, adding a Travall Protector reduces the likelihood of scratching the paintwork on the rear bumper as you load the boot with heavy items, or your pooch climbs aboard. To complete the range of products available for the Passat Estate, the Travall Liner is essential for the journey home after muddy walks through the woods or around the park. Simply remove the liner and hose it down to get rid of any paw prints and keep your boot clean no matter the weather!
