Hi all. Just picked up a sweet 206kW R-Line Passat in black. Currently have a 2009 Audi S3, which I love to bits, but is just a bit too small with a growing dog to transport.

Planned on getting a brand new R-Line Tiguan, and after a test drive was sold, even though the drive wasn’t as nice as the S3 - really comfortable though and all the new tech blows ya mind.

Dealer convinced me to give the Passat a drive, and oh boy is she a rocket. As quick as the S3 and handles just as well if not better. Within a few minutes I was sold! Was keen on new, but couldn’t wait; plus they had a 3 month old demo with 3000kms on the clock which I got for several $k less than the Tiguan. Bonus. Even comes with a factory fitted tow bar, though would have preferred the sunroof myself but oh well.

Am in NZ, so assume the model/specs are the same as the Aussie version!?