Considering an Alltrack

[CaseySP]

Something else i would add - do you really need the AWD/poofthenth extra ground clearance? If you don't, and are more concerned about economy/looks/handling, the High Line wagon with sports pack might be a better option for you.

[SteveH]

Something else i would add - do you really need the AWD/poofthenth extra ground clearance? If you don't, and are more concerned about economy/looks/handling, the High Line wagon with sports pack might be a better option for you.

I actually prefer the looks of the Alltrack to the regular Passat. Not sure why, but just do. Also, my wife, in her own words, hates the look of wagons. (She doesn't even have to look at them to know that apparently, but an SUV is ok for some reason.) I thought that the Alltrack was a good compromise between a wagon and SUV and this may sway her decision somewhat. I am also looking at a diesel Mazda 6 wagon, but she has ruled that one out.

[AllBlack]

I actually prefer the looks of the Alltrack to the regular Passat. Not sure why, but just do. Also, my wife, in her own words, hates the look of wagons. (She doesn't even have to look at them to know that apparently, but an SUV is ok for some reason.) I thought that the Alltrack was a good compromise between a wagon and SUV and this may sway her decision somewhat. I am also looking at a diesel Mazda 6 wagon, but she has ruled that one out.

I looked at the Mazda 6 deisel and was very impressed with its power and the way it drove. Interior is however a little dated. Given the price point was about the same as the VW it was a no brainer for me.

[drad81]

I went the Alltrack as our family car. We now have a 6 week only baby and use a capsule which very comfortable fits in the back and leaves enough room for 2 people in the back. Middle seat is a little squashy tough with the capsule.

I went the Alltrack because higher ride makes it a little easier to get the capsule in and out (not as much bending) and boot space is plentiful! I used to have an A4 quattro and LOVED the all wheel drive. This was the main reason why the Alltrack was a no brainer for me.

As for pricing, I opted the car with pano roof, sports pack, bike rack and a few other extras and managed to get close to $9k off the rrp

[CaseySP]

Ah well - would be a boring world if we all liked the same thing. Coming from a background of owning sport cars and taking them to the track, I prefer the handling advantages and hunkered down looks of the Highline with the lowered sports pack. But then again, not looking forwards to having to fit snow chains around those fat tyres .

[nyc863]

one thing the higher ride is great to eliminate the curb wince I used to do every time the kids or wife threw open the doors curbside. those sandstone curbs and cambers are nasty for cars.

also I feel the alltrack rides better on bad roads I never once scraped bum or chin or had a suspension crash.