Volkswagen Passat Alltrack Premium 2021 review | Chasing Cars

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@linamandarina382
@linamandarina382 2 жыл бұрын
I have 2017 alltrack, the most powerful and full package one, and I must say that this is the best car considering everything. We have 4 seasons in Latvia. it’s so much fun to drive it in winter. I have zero problemes going in to deep uncleand roads when everybody else is struggling. and the power of this car is just.... no words.. absoloutley love and next one will definetly be just like mine, but latest edition.
@autonewstv86
@autonewstv86 3 жыл бұрын
Wagons like these should be selling more than SUVs. It's way more practical and roomy
@betweenthebennyandme
@betweenthebennyandme 3 жыл бұрын
I want a damn manual turbo wagon that isnt a Subaru and in the US there are non since VW quit selling us their good stuff.
@vzheka1981
@vzheka1981 3 жыл бұрын
​@@betweenthebennyandme buy from overseas and ship it if you damn want it
@johngibson9463
@johngibson9463 2 жыл бұрын
@@betweenthebennyandme Why do you want a manual in this type of vehicle? A pain to drive around the metro areas.
@yadsingh58
@yadsingh58 3 жыл бұрын
was studying but saw new video from chasing cars and that too tom baker had to watch it forst
@hinsonberger
@hinsonberger 2 жыл бұрын
After just finding the channel, I have to say the quality of the calm, clear, intelligent & detailed commentary put forward by Tom, is excellent! Best car reviews I've watched for a long time, & very useful for vehicle purchase considerations. Thanks!
@msjp81
@msjp81 3 жыл бұрын
We currently have a B8 132TSI Comfortline Passat and have loved it for 5 years now. Not sure this is a big step forward but glad to see they're adopting the 2.0 EA888 instead of the 1.8 and decent gearboxes. I've driven ours Sydney-Adelaide with very few stops and got out fresh as a daisy. Drove a NC MX5 8 hours last weekend and still feeling it... Passat are a lovely car, sadly my wife's gaze is on an A3 at the moment... showed her this video to enforce how fantastic her car is.. not sure it worked.
@jasperendean4972
@jasperendean4972 3 жыл бұрын
Literally just ordered this exact car /colour combo and I’m so happy that it’s going to be here in just 5 weeks time! Can’t wait to enjoy this car and thanks for the great review. Jasper
@AnonymousBloke
@AnonymousBloke 3 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous spec on that one. And nice review Tom.
@chasingcars
@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yeah, big fan of the Aquamarine Blue / Mistral Grey combination.
@mr.forster2939
@mr.forster2939 3 жыл бұрын
Another great review from CHASING CARS top reviewer. You get better every time Tom.
@orangejuicepony6881
@orangejuicepony6881 3 жыл бұрын
I thought I would add, I picked up the Touring (outback) and while agree with the engagement of the drivetrain it’s is still a superb rendition of the boxer and CVT, I took my family of 5 on a 1000km road trip with a full boot and it absolutely soared along the Bruce overtaking very confidently and mostly driving itself with lane centring and adaptive cruise set 5kmh above the limit. It was vary enjoyable.
@JB-qw2jk
@JB-qw2jk Жыл бұрын
I’ve been weighing up an Alltrack Premium and 206 Passat Wagon. Previously owned a 140TDI Alltrack and loved it. I know these are different cars but difficult to choose between the two.
@clintonlee7837
@clintonlee7837 Жыл бұрын
Like you JB, we've a 2010 TDI Highline, still going strong @ 270,000km, but also have that same engine in an A3 Sportback that's done 330,000. We really like the economy, longevity & torque characteristics of the VW diesel, so to change to a petrol for us is a big step. Frequently do 1800km roadtrips. I like the spec of the vehicle Tom has reviewed...Mistral Grey leather to me makes the interior look light and airy. I like that the seats get cooling too, neither feature is on the R wagon.😬 But Tom's review of the R wagon he says that it's handling is superior, and 50 odd kw more power is always nice to have, which can make for an engaging drive.☺ So we really like the Audi S3 too. But I really like the cooling in the seats and that colour leather in the Alltrack... decisions??
@lukehedstrom8009
@lukehedstrom8009 Жыл бұрын
Hey Tom, im in the market for something like this and dont want to be just another suv on the road lol, now the Subaru Outback has the XT model which one would you go for ? is the dsg better than the cvt in your opinion ? , id be buying either for long turn in regards to a baby on the way.
@ptrcksln
@ptrcksln 3 жыл бұрын
Great review, as ususal. I am in the market for a new car at the moment and all your content is very helpful. Thank you - (Btw, you drove passed my house, next time stop by, coffee's on me :) )
@nathana567
@nathana567 3 жыл бұрын
I want that exact spec; im waiting for these blue press cars to be auctioned to the VW dealers now! About a 5 month wait to get same config built to order otherwise.
@Staff7A
@Staff7A 3 жыл бұрын
Great review! PS. Thanks for your DSG comments. 100% agree.
@samhannon7537
@samhannon7537 3 жыл бұрын
Considering this instead of the Outback but undecided. Still needs rear heated seats, more small storage, more charging ports and better off-road like the outback.
@DMcOz_Down_Under
@DMcOz_Down_Under 3 жыл бұрын
Your review has bumped this right up my list, Tom, thanks. Do I recall you mentioning this (or perhaps it was in the base model review) that the engine revs high @ highway cruising speeds, however?
@djjezza
@djjezza 3 жыл бұрын
Might be the 206 R Line - it has a 6 speed and I also remember a reviewer commenting something by about high revs at highway speeds (so put them together and we have a logical explanation)
@DMcOz_Down_Under
@DMcOz_Down_Under 3 жыл бұрын
@@djjezza - that was it! You're right - it was the 206 R Line & it's gear box. Many thanks, appreciated.
@pastorofmuppets8834
@pastorofmuppets8834 3 жыл бұрын
Full size spare wheel in fact. That's impressive.
@chasingcars
@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын
Indeed. Very good for a car like this.
@johnedds2327
@johnedds2327 3 жыл бұрын
Top review Tom,; it's a great all rounder.
@anthonywarwick6090
@anthonywarwick6090 3 жыл бұрын
I was tossing up a Tiguan Highline Allspace or Passat Premium Alltrack. In dont need the silly 3rd row or weight so this car in the spec showed seems perfect
@rvariant1986
@rvariant1986 3 жыл бұрын
Super gemacht… Best Grüße aus Germany👍
@stephengriffin4990
@stephengriffin4990 3 жыл бұрын
Love the colour inside with the blue paint stunning look.
@andrewd7586
@andrewd7586 3 жыл бұрын
I love that colour!😍🤤 I’m surprised the Skoda Scout equivalent has a 200kw engine. I wonder why the VW only has the 162kw? Good review Tom.👍🏼
@chasingcars
@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын
It’s a good question. Either way, the Scout is now virtually sold out and Skoda tell us it’s not being restocked.
@Sedge86
@Sedge86 3 жыл бұрын
That made me grab the scout instead of waiting for the new alltrack. I had a Passat beforehand.
@andrewd7586
@andrewd7586 3 жыл бұрын
@@Sedge86 How do like the Scout? I was seriously thinking of getting one myself but my Superb wagon is just so bloody good!🤤😎
@Sedge86
@Sedge86 3 жыл бұрын
@@andrewd7586 It's great. it's a fair bit more 'performance' oriented than the passat before it. It's no WRX by any means, but the AWD, the adaptive suspension, 19" wheels, firmer seats etc. all lead you toward wanting to drive it. The passat was great for just lazing along. Build wise it's fantastic, i was a little nervous but the interior build is honestly better than the VW in a few ways, even though they share a lot of parts. less rattles, feels more solid. The extra ground clearance is great, just that little bit means i've never actually scraped the front or rear on the scout, did so on occasion with steep driveways with the passat.
@Sedge86
@Sedge86 3 жыл бұрын
@@andrewd7586 one thing for the downside... the DSG isn't as smooth as the dry clutch in the passat. it likes to be driven harder, it's actually smoother when you drive it harder. once you're out of first/second gear it's amazing like any DSG.
@garysmeltzer1933
@garysmeltzer1933 2 жыл бұрын
Great review Tom Thx mate
@azizmamirov6896
@azizmamirov6896 Жыл бұрын
TSI is easily tuning enging. For 2.0TSI even on Stage1 chip tuning you can receive 310hp and 450NM or close to those parameters
@danieltung4447
@danieltung4447 2 жыл бұрын
Great review Tom! We are looking at one of these vs a Volvo V60CC. Not sure if I missed this info - does the car have a heads up display?
@chasingcars
@chasingcars 2 жыл бұрын
No HUD here but the Volvo has one.
@danieltung4447
@danieltung4447 2 жыл бұрын
@@chasingcars thanks Tom. Of the two cars which would you lean towards?
@haydos21
@haydos21 3 жыл бұрын
Great review! Any idea why the 162TSI "Elegance" models come with a 6-spd DSG in Aus? All the rest including the Alltrack and the 140TSI come with the 7-spd. It just looks like the non-alltrack 162TSI has the 6-spd for some reason.
@markrobinson1920
@markrobinson1920 Жыл бұрын
Tom, which one is quieter inside on course country roads, this one or the Subaru Outback XT Touring?
@wasdwasdwwasd
@wasdwasdwwasd 3 жыл бұрын
Rejoice! A VW without boring black seats. Our specs in Aus are lamentably very dull.
@bill7481
@bill7481 3 жыл бұрын
Nice car! I would definitely buy this over an SUV. Too bad the US no longer gets this model.
@dragospahontu
@dragospahontu 2 жыл бұрын
Yup
@garysmeltzer1933
@garysmeltzer1933 2 жыл бұрын
Thx Tom great review
@Riitmi
@Riitmi 3 жыл бұрын
Interesting to hear the facelifted Alltrack comes with the same power output of 162 kW of the pre-facelift version, whereas it's bumped up to 200 kW in EU spec. Especially so hearing the Superb Scout does get the updated 200 kW TSI.
@dragospahontu
@dragospahontu 3 жыл бұрын
Maybe Camry is better
@johngibson9463
@johngibson9463 2 жыл бұрын
@@dragospahontu I presume that was a cheeky comment. Camry wagon days are long gone.
@dragospahontu
@dragospahontu 2 жыл бұрын
@@johngibson9463 but the new Camry is so premium. The materials are amazing.
@24zex
@24zex 2 жыл бұрын
I'm looking for a station wagon AWD that can handle light/medium offroad conditions. The only problem is that I'd be scared of getting this interior dirty while camping! Too bad they discontinued the golf alltrack
@akswalia6588
@akswalia6588 3 жыл бұрын
Finally! When's the sonata coming out?
@chasingcars
@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын
When Hyundai drops the embargo on reviews of that car!
@JonNewell
@JonNewell 3 жыл бұрын
How would you compare it to the superb sportline?
@angusnz7910
@angusnz7910 3 жыл бұрын
Still got my 176 bi-tdi R line wagon and waiting for the new one. If VW don’t bring it in then it might be time for change. Had Passat wagons since 2002 and brilliant all rounders…but I’m not sure this is such a leap forward from my 2018 to justify
@russellchristison8425
@russellchristison8425 3 жыл бұрын
I’ll have mine as tested thanks.
@kampferpl7759
@kampferpl7759 3 жыл бұрын
It's now cheaper than Skoda Superb 162tsi... Which one is the value brand again?
@pastorofmuppets8834
@pastorofmuppets8834 3 жыл бұрын
The superb is $55K drive away. That is less than $65K last time I checked.
@muskreality
@muskreality 3 жыл бұрын
Please bring us the VW Arteon shooting brake
@stephenmuller5098
@stephenmuller5098 3 жыл бұрын
Great review. Was that a space saver in the boot, due to the amp? The Sunroof blind looks transparent like our current Golf, pretty useless on a warm to hot day in keeping the heat and sun off you. Possibly why you were wearing a hat? The diesel Passat we also have has been great, I find it hard to justify an extra 4l/100km of premium juice.
@msjp81
@msjp81 3 жыл бұрын
Its a full size spare
@JB-qw2jk
@JB-qw2jk 2 жыл бұрын
Really? I had a 140TDI Alltrack for a few years and yes it was a solid package but the performance of the engine was a little flat, and the need to buy AdBlue every couple of months annoyed me. I always thought it would be a better package with the turbo petrol engine and will seriously consider it for my next car.
@stephenmuller5098
@stephenmuller5098 2 жыл бұрын
@@JB-qw2jk no AdBlue required with mine.
@TheObladeeoblada
@TheObladeeoblada 3 жыл бұрын
Gutted my car allowance (company car) didn't stretch far enough for this. Base model alltrack coming next week but still should be nice.
@russellchristison8425
@russellchristison8425 3 жыл бұрын
At least it’s the same performance and a very nice spec as well, enjoy
@jamiep61
@jamiep61 3 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed watching the Video Review
@R1S0.
@R1S0. 3 жыл бұрын
spare wheel - is it an alloy as exterior wheels or basic steel version...?
@nathanpetrovski7525
@nathanpetrovski7525 3 жыл бұрын
I wish we got the diesel engine here in Australia.
@aw4610
@aw4610 3 жыл бұрын
Does 64k include the reviewer? Only that would make it good deal.
@johndarwin7937
@johndarwin7937 3 жыл бұрын
Had huge problems with the suspension which causes false warnings in driving on dirt roads.
@jakobvipa767
@jakobvipa767 3 жыл бұрын
Is it full time AWD or active AWD?
@seth1455
@seth1455 3 жыл бұрын
This one or the Peugeot 508 Tom ?
@orangejuicepony6881
@orangejuicepony6881 3 жыл бұрын
This car would look epic with $10k worth of mountain bikes on the roof 🚲🚲
@peterwhalley879
@peterwhalley879 3 жыл бұрын
Now you've driven both Tom, would you go the Skoda Superb Scout or this Premium Alltrack as a family wagon.
@chasingcars
@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын
Scout - but keep in mind there aren’t many left and they aren’t sending any more for Australia, so you’d have to be quick
@peterwhalley879
@peterwhalley879 3 жыл бұрын
@@chasingcars Or may just look at the Superb 206 Sportline wagon as an alternative.
@acde9355
@acde9355 3 жыл бұрын
Still waiting for a review for the 140TSI Passat.
@asiackombi
@asiackombi 3 жыл бұрын
Got one 4 weeks ago, the entertainment system has its moments and does not produce sound every few days, waiting on a software update from VW
@chasingcars
@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын
Keep us in the loop. After running one for a month or so we haven’t experienced that.
@goldenretriever6261
@goldenretriever6261 3 жыл бұрын
Why do you need an all track in oz?
@mikeg6606
@mikeg6606 3 жыл бұрын
Would buy tomorrow if it were an EV. My current Passat has been fantastic. Need your head read buying a premium non-EV this year.
@JB-qw2jk
@JB-qw2jk 2 жыл бұрын
Why? Maybe some people still enjoy driving a car with a real engine? You know, some soul. Just because EVs happen to work for you, doesn’t make them the best choice for everyone else. Probably the most annoying thing about many EV converts is they are like vegans; they just can’t see any other point of view as valid.
@kiwiklogg
@kiwiklogg 2 жыл бұрын
Nah - I reckon you're still OK to buy non-EV for a while yet. I suspect a lot of families will opt to have a city car (EV) and a bigger (petrol) vehicle for road trips. I've got a Tesla and it is fine for road trips along the main arteries - but I wouldn't take it camping anywhere remote.
@seabiped3451
@seabiped3451 7 ай бұрын
So you say.
@potatoaydin4112
@potatoaydin4112 2 жыл бұрын
1. Mercedes Benz 2. Volkswagen 3. Audi 4. BMW
@dragospahontu
@dragospahontu 2 жыл бұрын
BMW is top
@kmuinde
@kmuinde 3 жыл бұрын
Which one would you buy compared to Subaru outback
@chasingcars
@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын
Right now? Alltrack. If Subaru brings the turbo to Australia it would make things more interesting.
@hamishleiper1880
@hamishleiper1880 Жыл бұрын
@@chasingcars would you recommend the xt outback over the alltrack now?
@seabiped3451
@seabiped3451 Жыл бұрын
I think the overall finish is better in the Alltrack. To me the XT outback just felt it lacked the quality. Also the 7 speed auto felt more pleasurable to drive that the CVT.
@robertoneill3047
@robertoneill3047 3 жыл бұрын
Would rather go with the Skoda Superb Scout, looks better and better value
@chasingcars
@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын
There are 34 200TSI Scouts in stock - and then that’s it. Skoda have confirmed they aren’t being restocked.
@vsboy2577
@vsboy2577 3 жыл бұрын
Wagons are so cool.
@pdr4510
@pdr4510 3 жыл бұрын
We have one of these (MY21 Alltrack Premium), and the lack of personalisation and memory for driving aid settings makes it a single driver vehicle, or you have to be prepared to go through a lot of setting changes between drivers to take advantage of AID, air conditioning and audio systems. It’s not as great a vehicle as it could have been, and we won’t be keeping it for as long as we hoped. At less than 1800km on the odometer we’re seriously regretting trading in our Tiguan on it, as the Tiguan was equipped with the more functional MIB2. The Alltrack is definitely a comfort downgrade compared to a 2017 Tiguan R-Line.
@alexger85
@alexger85 3 жыл бұрын
No wood trim? 🥺
@chasingcars
@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын
You can get wood in Europe but not here, sadly. Still, at least the brushed aluminium is better than piano black!
@pastorofmuppets8834
@pastorofmuppets8834 3 жыл бұрын
Brushed aluminium is far better.
@alexger85
@alexger85 3 жыл бұрын
@@chasingcars I know. Its called silver birch - but costs 620€ extra
@DS-gm8en
@DS-gm8en 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, congratulations for a new member of your team. She looks very pretty, don't hide her too much.
@potatoaydin4112
@potatoaydin4112 2 жыл бұрын
Mercedes C class is on another level
@TopGear543
@TopGear543 3 жыл бұрын
Crazy no wireless charging
@MichaelSeowCanberra
@MichaelSeowCanberra 3 жыл бұрын
Why no wireless charging? Makes the wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto pointless!
@Zzzxxx1
@Zzzxxx1 3 жыл бұрын
What about lights
@peterwhalley879
@peterwhalley879 3 жыл бұрын
You use them to see in the dark.
@tapioarffman6571
@tapioarffman6571 2 жыл бұрын
Just like Superb is done but Superb is chiper.
@chasingcars
@chasingcars 2 жыл бұрын
True, the cars are closely related but Superb has softer suspension and is even larger.
@eddiexiang3606
@eddiexiang3606 3 жыл бұрын
Can VW just put the 3.6 VR6 in this car. Or at least as an option. I will be all over it.
@chasingcars
@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын
That’d be very nice - but it won’t happen unfortunately. No way they’d homologate it for a tiny market like Australia - we’re basically limited to the subset of engines allowable in Europe, with small changes here and there.
@eddiexiang3606
@eddiexiang3606 3 жыл бұрын
@@chasingcars Yeah, fair enough. I’m looking to replace my RS3 with this or R-Line Passat in 2 years time. Not as fun as RS3 but gotta be a good family man when required :D. Great review btw.
@kiwiklogg
@kiwiklogg 2 жыл бұрын
The EA888 engine can be remapped very easily to produce 240kw and almost 500NM.
@ravingmad765
@ravingmad765 3 жыл бұрын
Hmmmm of all Tom's reviews this was as boring as a Passat.
@limpunsing224
@limpunsing224 3 жыл бұрын
Desperate move for the dying Passat Good luck VW
@chasingcars
@chasingcars 3 жыл бұрын
You’ve lost me. How is a regular midlife facelift process desperate in any way? The Passat isn’t going anywhere, it’s a big seller in Europe.
@limpunsing224
@limpunsing224 3 жыл бұрын
@@chasingcars What a display of arrogance I forgot you're a diehard VW fanboy Unsubscribed
@michaelrgardner
@michaelrgardner 3 жыл бұрын
@@limpunsing224 Only one of the past two comments was arrogant, and it wasn't his...
@limpunsing224
@limpunsing224 3 жыл бұрын
@@michaelrgardner Oh damn A spokeman for the VW A$$ licker
@alexandrecouto9195
@alexandrecouto9195 3 жыл бұрын
@@limpunsing224 commodore or ford falcon !!! Which one?
@CathodeRayNipplez
@CathodeRayNipplez 3 жыл бұрын
Nice one Tom. It's not an inexpensive car but cost less than I expected tbh. Would prefer 18" rubber on a family car tho. Great colour and love the white interior, makes the cabin look huge. Yes it gets dirty and yes I have a cloth for that cuz I'm not a pig. "Dear Subaru, See that turbine thingamydooverwhatsit on the exhaust? Do that!"
@CathodeRayNipplez
@CathodeRayNipplez 3 жыл бұрын
Just looking at the VW configurator.. Only comes in base White or Grey, Black and this Aquamarine exception to the boring. Strange that they've dropped the diesel considering the Tiguan still has it. Maybe 'dieslegate' has them getting out of oil burners altogether?
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