New Passat 206TSI R-Line

[Buzy_Robot]

Good to see the Passat forum abuzz! I've enjoyed reading the enthusiastic posts ... so much so I'm taking a 206TSI Passat sedan for a test drive tomorrow afternoon.

Crazy as it sounds I'd be happy to trade in my current B8 140TDI Highline sedan with R-Line and Luxury Pack at 7 months of age and 18,000 kms for a 206TSI sedan (without sunroof) ... if the price is right.

What do you guys reckon I should aim for with changeover?

Will post again tomorrow night with an update. Cheers!

[Dkkl32]

Hey guys! Just picked up mine this afternoon! Indium Grey Wagon with sunroof!

Nice! Especially the matching license plate.
How long did you have to wait for stock? I still haven't received a date or details from the dealer as yet...

Which dealer is that if you dont mind saying?

[chopper]

Actually Chopper,


I can speak from bitter experience. A Divorce will take longer than the delivery of the Tiguan.


Be happy for me that we also chose the Tungsten Silver.

All good David... you have a great taste in colour!

Good to see the Passat forum abuzz! I've enjoyed reading the enthusiastic posts ... so much so I'm taking a 206TSI Passat sedan for a test drive tomorrow afternoon.

Crazy as it sounds I'd be happy to trade in my current B8 140TDI Highline sedan with R-Line and Luxury Pack at 7 months of age and 18,000 kms for a 206TSI sedan (without sunroof) ... if the price is right.

What do you guys reckon I should aim for with changeover?

Will post again tomorrow night with an update. Cheers!

I couldn't even hazard a guess! I'd say you'll take a fair haircut on it though.

[Delewin]

Wow!!

Praise from Chopper is praise indeed.

I am truly appreciative.



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[SciroccoJ]

Nice! Especially the matching license plate.
How long did you have to wait for stock? I still haven't received a date or details from the dealer as yet...

Which dealer is that if you dont mind saying?

I have waited 3 weeks for this ... They have secured the car on 27th Oct and it arrived australia on 30th Oct. Custom and compliance took around 2 weeks and it trucks down from brissy to Sydney last week.

I PM you for the dealer and contact.

[wm7503]

ok, counting down the hours..... Finally picking mine up today. Wagon - Night blue with sunroof and towbar...can't wait...

I'll post some pics later.

OK here she is. A very happy chap ............Goes just as I had hoped (Quick - Very quick). Some pics for the team...

Thanks for all the tips and reviews Chopper. Helped me choose the right machine....

[chopper]

OK here she is. A very happy chap ............Goes just as I had hoped (Quick - Very quick). Some pics for the team...

Thanks for all the tips and reviews Chopper. Helped me choose the right machine....

Well done Mate... she looks fantastic! I love the colour. I always buy light coloured cars now, but only because of the temperatures living out west. I miss having dark, rich colours like this in my garage!

The first time you get away from the traffic lights and you expect some wheel chirp, because that's what you expect from your old car... but she just grips and goes, it will put the biggest smile on your face! You'll also do it every time after that. I look forward to being the first to a red light now...

[SciroccoJ]

OK here she is. A very happy chap ............Goes just as I had hoped (Quick - Very quick). Some pics for the team...

Thanks for all the tips and reviews Chopper. Helped me choose the right machine....

Well done mate!!! She looks awesome!!!!

[SciroccoJ]

Well done Mate... she looks fantastic! I love the colour. I always buy light coloured cars now, but only because of the temperatures living out west. I miss having dark, rich colours like this in my garage!

The first time you get away from the traffic lights and you expect some wheel chirp, because that's what you expect from your old car... but she just grips and goes, it will put the biggest smile on your face! You'll also do it every time after that. I look forward to being the first to a red light now...

Absolutely agree... she actually reminds me the first time that I drove my Scirocco, but a grow up version of it! I couldn't wipe that smirk off my face when I was driving it on Monday. Cant wait to have her back tonight!!!!!!!!!

[chopper]

Absolutely agree... she actually reminds me the first time that I drove my Scirocco, but a grow up version of it! I couldn't wipe that smirk off my face when I was driving it on Monday. Cant wait to have her back tonight!!!!!!!!!

I've just come back from a quick blat... one month in and she's still awesome!

I've just put the three kids to bed...

[Mr_206]

Congrats looks lovely!!

[Wynnston]

Still waiting for the licensing department in WA to add the proper stuff to their system so the dealership can register it. It seems that the Western Australia Department of Transport is a little behind. I'm guessing no one else in WA has taken delivery?

[Buzy_Robot]

Took a 206TSI Passat wagon for a test drive and came away suitably impressed. As expected, the engine is smooth, response and a most willing unit. In every day driving it isn't dramatically better than the 140TDI Highline, but does leave the diesel feeling somewhat sluggish in comparison when really pushed.

However, there is a marked difference in ride quality. Whereas the 140TDI Highline can thump and crash over bumps, the 206TSI soaks up road irregularities with ease. Perhaps Chopper's previous comment that the 206TSI rides slightly higher than Highline and Comfortline with R-Line pack giving it more suspension travel and hence the ability to cope better with our roads is the reason? Not sure, but the ride quality was a pleasant surprise, to be sure. I am hoping the ride quality I experienced in the 206TSI wagon is just as good in the 206TSI sedan.

Unfortunately, I went for a drive late after work and will have to wait until tomorrow for a valuation on my existing 140TDI Highline sedan. I'm hoping the changeover price is favorable because the 206TSI is a mighty fine vehicle. Fingers crossed!

[chopper]

Took a 206TSI Passat wagon for a test drive and came away suitably impressed. As expected, the engine is smooth, response and a most willing unit. In every day driving it isn't dramatically better than the 140TDI Highline, but does leave the diesel feeling somewhat sluggish in comparison when really pushed.

However, there is a marked difference in ride quality. Whereas the 140TDI Highline can thump and crash over bumps, the 206TSI soaks up road irregularities with ease. Perhaps Chopper's previous comment that the 206TSI rides slightly higher than Highline and Comfortline with R-Line pack giving it more suspension travel and hence the ability to cope better with our roads is the reason? Not sure, but the ride quality was a pleasant surprise, to be sure. I am hoping the ride quality I experienced in the 206TSI wagon is just as good in the 206TSI sedan.

Unfortunately, I went for a drive late after work and will have to wait until tomorrow for a valuation on my existing 140TDI Highline sedan. I'm hoping the changeover price is favorable because the 206TSI is a mighty fine vehicle. Fingers crossed!

If you don't have the R-Line package, I'd say it's just the fact the 206TSI has the ACC fitted, as the suspension travel is the same. This doesn't surprise me though, as the ACC makes a huge difference to the feel of the car (in my opinion). If you do have the R-Line package fitted, it should be like riding on a supportive could in comparison!

I'm looking to hearing what the changeover is. I wouldn't think it should be more than about $20,000 (assuming your Highline has the Lux. and R-Line packs!). Any more than that, it's probably not worth it!

[age7875]

I'm about to pull the trigger on a 206TSI Wagon. I'm currently driving a Black R36 sedan.

A few questions:

-How is the moonroof? Does anyone have any experience with one in the Passat? Does it get too hot?

-Any opinions on what colour the Passat wagon looks best in? I'm tossing up between white or grey.








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