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.
The new four-cylinder 1968cc engine is compact, lightweight and fuel-efficient. It has been designed to deliver greater fuel economy and sporty performance. A power output of 130kW is available from 3 600 to 4 000rpm, 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 0 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 has been refreshed and restructured with the addition of several new features as standard. The range is now offered in two versions: Luxury and Executive. The Luxury derivative has LED headlights, 3-Zone Climatronic Air conditioner and Vienna Leather seats with seat heating as standard.
The top of the range 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. The Executive derivative is also fitted with the R-Line Styling Package which adds a sporty front grille; front and rear grille; side skirt as well as 18"alloy wheels - all as standard. The derivatives are only available with DSG (6-speed for 2.0 TSI and TDI; 7-speed for 1.4 TSI) transmission.
The optional convenient and functional features aim to give customers more value. The new optional packages are: a 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) and R-Line Styling Package (Luxury models).
Retail Prices (VAT and emissions tax included) 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 mo-dels have a 12 year anti-corrosion warranty and service intervals are every 15 000km.
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