Throughout the years, trucks, SUVs, and crossovers have had their peaks in demand on the auto market, but the sedan has always maintained high interest levels for drivers in Sterling and beyond. Kelley Blue Book (KBB) understands it's important that research on sedans be as comprehensive as possible, given its consistency in sales. That's why KBB's "10 Best Sedans Under $25,000" list is taken so seriously, and everyone wants to know who grabbed the top spot. Well, the answer didn't surprise us at Lindsay Volkswagen of Dulles, as the 2012 Passat was named best in show.

Beating out several top competitors, the 2012 Volkswagen Passat scored highly on fuel economy, comfort, features, and design. KBB heaped particular praise on the Volkswagen sedan, saying how refreshing it is to see a vehicle in its segment take on popular models like Camry and Accord, and offer better styling, efficiency, and performance.

The Passat offers a unique opportunity to blend various powertrains together, offering either five- or six-speed manual transmissions, or a six-speed automatic tuned to either a 2.5-liter I5, or 3.6-liter V6 Clean Diesel I4, giving drivers the option to find the right combination of performance and economy. On top of its various engine and transmission options, the Volkswagen Passat has racked up numerous accolades, like Cars.com's "Best of 2012," Motor Trend® Car of the Year, and the highest safety honors from IIHS and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

And, best of all, for $20,765 MSRP, the Passat offers a smooth ride in its spacious interior. With all these top-notch qualities, it's easy to see why the 2012 Volkswagen Passat stands above the rest in the sedan marketplace.

Feel free to stop by Lindsay Volkswagen of Dulles, located at 22455 Cedar Green Road Sterling, VA 20166 to take a look at the new Passat for yourself, and arrange a test drive. If you're feeling as though you need a bit more room than a sedan, be sure to check out the 2012 Tiguan, offering many of the same quality and features you can find on the award-winning Passat and other new Volkswagen models. We're more than happy to discuss the various model options and specifications with you further, finding you the best Volkswagen to suit your needs.