Golf Alltrack

[Kachingg]

Yeah is a common thread both here and overseas as to why blindspot ect was left out no one can say and vw have not commented

[limiteded]

Regarding blind spot monitor on the alltrack,
I think its because the radar sensor is mounted low on the chasis for the golf, an with the alltrack blackcladding it would have to transmit an recieve through multiple plastic layers, instead of just 1 layer of plastic such as the wagon. I assume its difficult to calibrate because of this issue.
on my B7 alltrack the radar sensor is mounted above the cladding.
at the same time i havent removed a golf alltrack bumper before, im basing this theory of the workshop manuals for the golf which show the radar low down on the chasis

[Rooboy]

I think 2 vry different cars dynamically the golf has more car like ride and handling the tig def suv higher seating position ect
Think tig has better rear seat than golf
Golf has more luggage space
Tig has better petrol motor
Golf has better diesel motor
Golf has better newer tech if you spend the cash for options
So it depends on what your after in a car
I prefer the alltrack cause mainly 99% onroad driving for me
Tig is better off road and personally i don't like the tig's look not for me

Agree with most of that but curious why you think the Tig has the better petrol? In Highline config, I think the Tig has the better petrol/diesel combination but, in Comfortline onfig, the Alltrack has the better diesel but it's wash on the petrol.

For me, I was looking at a 110tdi Comfortline Tig with all the options until I saw that there was a 135tdi Alltrack. I wanted something that would take my photography gear and would go up the snow for a few weeks each year. In the comparison this is what I worked out:

Lose:
BSM, RTA and area view camera
Powered tailgate
Storage eg dashtop bin, adjustable boot floor
A little more passenger space
tri-zone climate
higher riding view

Gain
More powerful engine with slightly better fuel efficiency.
Better wheel/tyre combo
Better infotainment (bigger, gesture control, dynaudio sound)
Better lighting (LED Vs halogen)
Better dynamics (in theory)
Save a few $$


I really liked the dash/console in the Tiggy (those hideaway cupholders are pretty cool) but the only thing I really missed on the list is the BSM/RTA and I was really disappointed that it only offers halogen headlights at that price point. In the end I gained some good stuff with much less of an outlay.

[Kachingg]

Gratz on ordering the alltrack i think you and i will be happy with our choice

getting mine on 27th then off to detailers for 3 days so will have some 1st impressions to post next week as i will not have it back till sunday night

[Rooboy]

Thanks Kachingg. I think it's a good choice and I'm looking forward to getting mine around this time next month. Look forward to your thoughts after you get yours.

[Rooboy]

I know we have led taillights and I noticed they look very similar to the R wagon. I'm just wondering if the R wagon has the dynamic rear indicators and, if the taillights are the same, can the Alltrack's be programmed for dynamic indicators or is it a bit more complex than that?

[Kachingg]

I know we have led taillights and I noticed they look very similar to the R wagon. I'm just wondering if the R wagon has the dynamic rear indicators and, if the taillights are the same, can the Alltrack's be programmed for dynamic indicators or is it a bit more complex than that?

Its all about the money....
You can get dynamic indicators but it will cost about $1200
Not available atm probably in 2 or 3 weeks my dealer told me
Will have to go back to get them fitted when they come in

[Rooboy]

Thanks for that...but 3:01am?? You must be excited about picking up the car today!

[Kachingg]

Thanks for that...but 3:01am?? You must be excited about picking up the car today!

Hah thats the time i start work everyday just firing up truck and waiting for computor to boot up with my days work slow arse thing it is
Your right tho vry excited

[Kachingg]

Finally here 1st road registered 7.5 ��
Drives well feels like a petrol car inside cant hear any diesel clatter you can outside the car bit inside vry nice
For a new motor goes well still feels vry tight tho will get better as it loosens up