Volkswagen has unveiled Europe’s facelifted Passat, ahead of its debut at the Geneva Motor Show.

Set to be launched this summer, the facelifted model has an evolutionary design that closely echoes the current model. A closer inspection reveals a handful of subtle styling changes including a new front bumper, a revised grille and newly optional LED matrix headlights called IQ.Light. Designers also installed three-dimensional LED taillights, a new rear bumper and a sportier dual exhaust system.

Speaking of styling, the Passat gains restyled wheels which range in sizes from 17- to 19-inches. Customers can also order a handful of new colors including Lapiz Blue, Bottlegreen and Sandgold.

Bigger changes occur in the cabin as the drivers will find a new steering wheel, updated upholstery and new trim finishes. The analogue clock has also been dropped and replaced by a backlit Passat logo.

Other updates include a digital instrument cluster that has been “considerably enhanced.” It now uses offer greater customization as well as high-contrast graphics.

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