Superlative Appeal Packing more power under the hood than ever before, with a stylish, robust appearance, the Passat R36 is the latest performance vehicle to bear Volkswagen’s prestigious ‘R’ moniker. Available in your choice of either sedan or wagon, and absolutely brimming with features, the new Passat R36 will meet your every driving need.

Seamless Strength The effortless power of the new Passat R36 is delivered by a 3.6 litre, V6 FSI Direct Injection Petrol engine, pulling all four corners of the car equally through the 4MOTION all wheel drive system. The fluid 6 speed Direct Shift Gearbox ensures your maximum control over this performance vehicle at all times.

		Street-Smart Style The aerodynamic rear-boot lid or roof spoiler and unique rear bumper with dual chrome exhaust tail pipes, widened side sill panels and wheel arch extensions of the Passat R36 all bestow an assertive on road presence upon Volkswagen’s latest performance vehicle.

Dynamic Build Chrome radiator grille highlights, black grille inserts, and radiator grille surround in brushed aluminium finish are stylishly matched with front and rear aluminium scuff plates with "R36" nameplate, as well as Bi-Xenon headlights, and dynamic and static cornering lights, to compliment sporting prowess with dynamic style. Gliding on R36 specific sports suspension, lowered by 20mm over 18” Omanyt alloy wheels with 235/40 R18 tyres, this car leaves no doubt as to its strong sporting pedigree.

		Absolute Comfort Settle into the grip of the Passat R36 sports seats in ‘San Remo’ combination micro fibre and Vienna leather upholstery, and relish an interior that’s geared for your comfort and control. Tailor your driving experience to your own taste with our 12-way electrically adjustable front seats with lumbar support and electro-pneumatic side bolster adjustment for maximum comfort.

Luxurious Decor Savour the stylishly appointed interior, with the 3 spoke multi-function sports leather steering wheel with aluminium inserts and gearshift paddles subtly offset by brushed dark aluminium decorative inserts in the dashboard and centre console. Meanwhile create an audio environment to your own liking with the 6 disc CD changer, with MP3 compatibility 250W amplifier, delivering crystal clear sound through 10 speakers.

		Technological Enhancement The new Passat R36 utilises the highest technology to enhance your driving control, comfort and safety. ABS, EBD, ASR, Brake assist, Electronic Stabilisation Program (ESP) all ensure your full control over the vehicle at all times, while the multi function trip computer ‘plus’, cruise control and tyre pressure monitoring system offer you maximum driving efficiency with minimum driving effort.

Environmentally Aware Dual zone climate control air conditioning, as well as heated front and outer rear seats, gives you full control over your environment. Meanwhile, rain-sensing windscreen wipers, automatic dimming rear-view mirror and parking distance sensors, front and rear, respond automatically to environmental changes outside. 8 airbags, front, side (front and rear) as well as curtains ensure your constant safety.

		Pre-eminent Power Get a firm grip on the most powerful production Passat ever built, with a sprint time of 1-100 in 5.6 seconds for the sedan and 5.8 seconds for the wagon. The 3.6 litre, naturally aspirated V6 engine pumps out an impressive 220kW of power, enabling a robust 350Nm of torque. Channelling all that power, the latest 4MOTION all wheel drive system ensures your maximum stability and cornering control at all times.

Accessible Privilege The Passat R36 sedan starts at $64,990 and the Passat R36 wagon starts at $66,990 (1) and will be in dealerships from the third quarter of 2008. Pre orders can be taken now

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* Fuel consumption figures according to Australian Design Rule (ADR) 81/01.