MOTORING NEWS - The new Passat model range has been extended with the introduction of the 2.0 TDI engine. Until now the new Passat, which was launched locally in October 2015, was only offered with petrol engines.
The introduction of the 2.0 TDI with 130kW completes the model range of the eight generation Passat. Its new four-cylinder 1 968cc engine is compact, lightweight and fuel-efficient and has been designed to deliver greater fuel economy and sporty performance. A power output of 130kW is available from 3 600 to 4000rpm, while 350Nm of maximum torque is delivered from as low as 1 500rpm, up to 3 500rpm.
The 6-speed DSG powered engine reaches a top speed of 228km/h and the zero to 100km/h sprint is achieved in a respectable 8,2 seconds. Its claimed combined cycle of fuel consumption is 5,0-litres per 100km.
The equipment line of the new Passat has been refreshed and restructured with the addition of new features as standard. The range is now offered in two new equipment lines, Luxury and Executive.
The Luxury derivatives get LED headlights, 3-zone Climatronic Air conditioner and Vienna leather seats with seat heating as standard.
The range topper, Executive, has App Connect, Nappa leather seats as well as LED headlights with dynamic cornering lights and LED daytime running lights as new standard features.
Furthermore, the Executive derivative is fitted as standard with R-Line Styling Package which adds sporty front grille; front and rear grille; side skirt as well as 18" alloy wheels.
The optional convenient and functional features have been repackaged to give customers more value.
The new optional packages are:
• Tow Package (tow bar, trailer assist and park assist) • Safety Package (adaptive cruise control and head-up display)
• Park Package (keyless access, automatic boot, rear view camera and park assist)
• Park Package with Area View (area view, keyless access, automatic boot and park assist)
• Luxury Package (electric front seats, electric folding mirrors, DynAudio sound system, ambience lighting and 230V socket)
• R-Line Styling Package (Luxury models).
Retail prices including VAT and emissions tax are: 1.4 TSI Luxury 110kW DSG - R468 200; 2.0 TSI Executive 162kW DSG - R522 400; 2.0 TDI Luxury 130kW DSG - R493 900 and 2.0 TDI Executive 130kW DSG - R522 400.
The Passat model range comes standard with a three year or 120 000km manufacturer warranty and five year or 100 000km Automotion maintenance plan. All models have a 12 year anti-corrosion warranty and service intervals are every 15 000km.
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