What is it? The Volkswagen Passat has always acted as a ‘safe pair of hands’ in the car world. Efficient, comfortable and spacious, it has remained a core part of Volkswagen’s range for decades, even as SUVs and crossovers became more frequent sights. These days, the Passat seems more up against it than ever – but that hasn’t stopped Volkswagen from bringing it back for another generation. Only available as an estate car, the latest Passat continues a legacy which has seen it become one of Volkswagen’s most popular cars over its 50 years on sale. Should you consider it over the fashionable SUV…