New B8 Passat engine possibilities...

[tigger73]

I suspect VW saw the R36 as stepping into Audi territory...

[Buzy_Robot]

My local VW dealer told me we're looking at mid-October, but that's all I could get out of him!

Given the models on offer from the Passat's direct competitors (eg. Liberty, Mondeo, Camry, Mazda6) it wouldn't surprise me if all we get are three variants. As other posters have suggested, Skoda and Audi will fill the performance gaps.

Time will tell ... only have to wait a month!

[tigger73]

OK the wagon specs are out and it has the same engine options a the sedan - 132TSI petrol and 140TDI diesel.

Check the Vehicle Descriptor here: Road Vehicle Descriptor (RVD1)

[Steve]

It's a shame there probably won't be an R36 replacement. I've had mine for seven years and it's time to move on but I didn't even consider the RS4 when I was looking for replacements. I went straight to Mecedes Benz and ordered a C63s wagon instead. I don't think VW/Audi quite get it: brand loyalty only goes so far. The C63s misses out on all wheel drive but to my mind it beats the RS4 in every other way.

I'll miss the R36.

[dero]

Why didn't you consider the Golf R Wagon?

[Steve]

I did. I also have access to an A45 and used that as a benchmark. The Golf R was lacking power, torque, noise, and acceleration. All of those are easily overcome. The RS3 is just too much money, like for like, compared to the A45. I had a deposit on one but backed out when pricing was announced. It starts off friendly enough but by the time you spec it as close as possible to A45 level, it's $110k drive away - and that's not fully optioned.

I felt the Golf was a step backwards from the R36 in a few ways, but a step forward in others.

My main aversion was the engine. I know it's great, but... I'll probably be able to buy a two litre turbo four in ten years time. I'm not sure I'll be able to buy anything larger. Hybrids and electrics may be fast, but for the moment I want something that's a dying breed.

Plus, I work for myself. A few deals I wasn't expecting to happen actually happened and I ended up finding a way to justify the C63. Make hay while the sun shines, and all of that

[Buzy_Robot]

‘No plans’ for performance VW Passat

Volkswagen Passat - ‘No plans’ for performance VW Passat | GoAuto

Although I'm looking forward to the B8 Passat and possibly trading in my B7, can't help but feel disappointed at how constrained Volkswagen are keeping the Passat. Even if one were not to buy a performance model, it enhances the brand across the range. But what would I know?! Volkswagen have done the numbers and the Passat will deliver what's most profitable for the company. The Passat is staying true to the executive business class image.

[prn31]

‘No plans’ for performance VW Passat

Volkswagen Passat - ‘No plans’ for performance VW Passat | GoAuto

Although I'm looking forward to the B8 Passat and possibly trading in my B7, can't help but feel disappointed at how constrained Volkswagen are keeping the Passat. Even if one were not to buy a performance model, it enhances the brand across the range. But what would I know?! Volkswagen have done the numbers and the Passat will deliver what's most profitable for the company. The Passat is staying true to the executive business class image.

So the 206 TSI R-Line Passat that apparently is offered by Volkswagen New Zealand is not a performance Passat?

I'm confused...

[Riker]

Exactly..... A smaller market but clearly VW NZ has their head in the game. VW AUS is either holding a 206KW 4-motion Passat on a delayed introduction keeping quiet about it or they have literally given up on a (semi) performance Passat leaving it to Skoda with the new 206kw 4x4 Superb & Audi with the Quattro 2.0T A4. My guess is we may not see this type of performance Passat again, especially if we take into account what VW AUS has done limiting themselves to selling a limited edition Golf R wagon only......

They've gone mad...!

Maybe a bulk order from VW NZ for a bunch of 206KW 4-motion Passats is in order fella's......? I know, I know, whish full thinking & all that.............................................. ......!

So the 206 TSI R-Line Passat that apparently is offered by Volkswagen New Zealand is not a performance Passat?

I'm confused...

[Buzy_Robot]

Has this guy got his facts mixed up or does he know something the rest of us don't?!

Volkswagen Passat Alltrack first drive review

"Australia hasn't seen the new all-new Volkswagen Passat model yet.

And don't hold your breath just yet, because it won't hit Australian showrooms until well into 2016."