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2017 Volkswagen Passat 206TSI R-Line review

Anthony Crawford

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2017 Volkswagen Passat
VOLKSWAGEN
PASSAT
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206 TSI R-LINE
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Make
Model
Variant
Type
Car Details
Make
Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
Model
PASSAT
Variant
Variant
206 TSI R-LINE
Series
Series
3C MY17
Year
Year
2017
Body Type
Body Type
4D SEDAN
Seats
Seats
-
CarAdvice Ratings
Overall
Overall
8.5 /10
Our Review
Our Review
VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Review
Pricing
New Price
New Price
N/A
Private Sale
Private Sale
$41,580 - $47,250
Dealer Retail
Dealer Retail
$41,160 - $48,950
Dealer Trade
Dealer Trade
$31,900 - $37,800
Engine Specifications
Engine Type
Engine Type
TURBO DIRECT F/INJ
Engine Size
Engine Size
2.0L
Cylinders
Cylinders
TURBO 4
Max. Torque
Max. Torque
350Nm @  1700rpm
Max. Power
Max. Power
206kW @  5600rpm
Pwr:Wgt Ratio
Pwr:Wgt Ratio
129.6W/kg
Bore & Stroke
Bore & Stroke
82.5x92.8mm
Compression Ratio
Compression Ratio
9.3
Valve Gear
Valve Gear
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM
Drivetrain Specifications
Transmission
Transmission
6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT
Drive Type
Drive Type
ALL WHEEL DRIVE
Final Drive Ratio
Final Drive Ratio
0
Fuel Specifications
Fuel Type
Fuel Type
PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL
Fuel Tank Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity
59Litres
Fuel Consumption (Combined)
Fuel Consumption (Combined)
7.3L / 100km
Weight & Measurement
Kerb Weight
Kerb Weight
1589
Gross Vehicle Weight
Gross Vehicle Weight
Not Provided
Height
Height
1456mm
Length
Length
4767mm
Width
Width
1832mm
Ground Clearance
Ground Clearance
145mm
Towing Capacity
Towing Capacity
Brake:2200  Unbrake:750
Steering & Suspension
Steering Type
Steering Type
RACK & PINION - POWER ASSISTED
Turning Circle
Turning Circle
11.7
Front Rim Size
Front Rim Size
8x19
Rear Rim Size
Rear Rim Size
8x19
Front Tyres
Front Tyres
235/40 R19
Rear Tyres
Rear Tyres
235/40 R19
Wheel Base
Wheel Base
2791
Front Track
Front Track
1578
Rear Track
Rear Track
1562
Front Brakes
Front Brakes
DISC - VENTILATED
Rear Brakes
Rear Brakes
DISC - VENTILATED
Front Suspension
Front Suspension
Independent, MacPherson strut, Double wishbone, Coil Spring, Anti roll bar
Rear Suspension
Rear Suspension
Independent, Multi-link system, Coil Spring, Anti roll bar
Standard Features
Comfort
Comfort
Automatic Climate Control Filtered, Heated Front Seats, Power front seat Driver/memory
Control & Handling
Control & Handling
19 Inch Alloy Wheels, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Electronic Stability Program, Hill Holder, Sports Suspension
Driver
Driver
Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic, Cruise Control Intelligent/Active, Leather Steering Wheel, Multi Function Steering Wheel, Parking Distance Control Rear, Reversing Camera, Satellite Navigation
Engine & Transmission
Engine & Transmission
Electronic Differential Lock
Entertainment
Entertainment
Sound System with 8 Speakers, Premium Sound System
Exterior
Exterior
Remote Boot/Hatch Release
Interior
Interior
Tinted Windows
Package
Package
-
Safety
Safety
Dual Front Airbags Package, Anti-lock Braking, Head Airbags, Side Airbags, Seatbelts - Pre-tensioners Front Seats, Side Front AirBags, Side Rear AirBags
Security
Security
Alarm System/Remote Anti Theft, Central Locking Remote Control, Engine Immobiliser
Optional Features
Comfort
Comfort
-
Control & Handling
Control & Handling
-
Driver
Driver
-
Engine & Transmission
Engine & Transmission
-
Entertainment
Entertainment
-
Exterior
Exterior
Metallic Paint
Interior
Interior
-
Package
Package
-
Safety
Safety
-
Security
Security
-
ECO & Safety Ratings
ANCAP Crash Test
ANCAP Crash Test
10
Green Vehicle
Green Vehicle
-
Green House
Green House
-
Air Pollution
Air Pollution
-
CO2 Emission
CO2 Emission
166grams/km
Other
Discontinued Date
Discontinued Date
31/08/2017
Service Interval
Service Interval
12 months /  15,000 kms
Warranty
Warranty
36 months /  999,000 kms
VIN Plate Location
VIN Plate Location
Driver Side Eng Scuttle
Country of Origin
Country of Origin
Germany