ONE of the oldest nameplates in Australia, the Passat represents sober, quality German motoring at an affordable price. And with the recent reskin, the B7 version builds on these with improved driveability, efficiency, refinement and features, as well as a stronger focus on value. At first we were a little sceptical, but now we rest assured that the 125TDI Highline wagon tested here deserves the sort of success that the Golf has enjoyed over recent years