As per topic, I am trying to find out from owners of any passat 1.8tsi ( be it CC or normal passat with 7speed DSG ). Kindly leave the feedback like below

Model : 1.8Tsi passat/cc
Mileage : xx km
Issues so far : etc, mechatronic changed at xx Km
Remark : Recommended? Not recommended? Reason

Strictly no bashing please, found out the discount is really great nowadays, kind of tempted to get this car .

Model: 2012 Passat 1.8TSi Sport (CBU germany)

Mileage: 47k KM

Issues:
1. Rattling sound from the 3rd brake light - SOLVED
2. Clock Spring mechanism faulty, steering got ticking sound - got conned by SC, they say theres nothing wrong with it, went to another SC and it say the mechanism faulty and not under insurance warranty (after the first 2 years)
3. DSG jerking - SC refuse to change clutch pack, saying nothing is wrong with it..

Aside from the DSG jerking issue. There is nothing wrong with the car, 2nd most powerful acceleration for a D segment sedan (fastest being mondeo ecoboost)..

Everything else just works...fine.. Great highway cruiser.. 215-220km/h still stable like a rock.

This post has been edited by Boy96: Mar 7 2015, 07:08 PM

So far how's the gearbox ? Still rattling I assume ?

Consumers need to be aware of the car condition before sending it to the SC. If you guys got any friend of foreman or they got few knowledge about the car, check with them. At least, by doing this, you guys will likely avoid unwanted things to happen like misunderstanding with the SC especially.

This post has been edited by rizal.buzo: Mar 9 2015, 05:37 PM

jsut came back from VW roadshow lah

the main issue with VW now is the service centers (glenmarie is crap)

We need to list down all the crap SC and post it in all forum, tell the people. Let em know and they might change it to better afterwards (hopefully).

Passat promotion from hicom cheras is good. Pre owned for 4 days.. Mileage 900, they sell it at rm139k..

Wow that's very good price, Melaka can only offer 20k off for Pre-Reg 2014 ( Mileage 39km )

err... usually how to check if it bangs/gets banged before...?

And, ...?? Care to share what was discovered?

bro, long time no c

a friend of mine commented far superior pick-up as compared to Camry and Jetta

Camry is definitely out of the question. But Jetta? Similar mid 8s for century sprint.

Takes experience and sharp eyes for details.

Ofcourse, no other D segment car in its class can shift as fast as the Passat

I am well aware of that, most of the cars i have tested before , am currently using ford focus tdci so cars with weak pickup is out of the equation

Dad get his first CKD batches with huge discount, 3 months ago
Run very less, just rack in 5k km IINM.

Boot light do not lit up first day onwards.
Rattling at passenger seatbelt housing.

Jerk wise, not really.

Mind to share the price?

less than 140k

Is that Pre-Reg or brand new?

i went there for regular service, they ask me to leave the car for the day
friend A go there to replace battery under warranty, took them 3 days just to replace it
friend B go there for 90,000km service, after service next day he found brake fluid not yet change

VW Malaysia has promised to improve service, has the situation changed at all in the past few months?

As a owner of 2 VW cars, i would never buy a VW again.

Their cars are really good ....... Only for the first year. After that the car seems to deterioriate very quickly...

friend B case happen in Jan 2015 at Glenmarie SC
some SC is still shitty

http://www.autoblog.com/2015/03/03/the-vw-...hings-for-bran/

The look of the new CC

Comments please ?

new
But the catch is, bought November 2014 yet manufacturer date is 2013

Wah then the car is 2 years old

As long it's cheap, and doesn't affect the warranty length.

Yes agree with u.. I report there are wind sound from window. They say have to leave the car for 3 days to inspect..

Then i go to mhv autohaus at gombak. They just settle it for about 2 hours only.. Demn wtf they want to leave the car there..

I also drive passat b7 cbu, how mhv autohaus gombak to solve wind sound ? Do u mind share this with me ?

Wind sound from window? At what speed? And which window?

Any idea when B8 passat coming to MY?

2016 confirmed.

Ok.. can start save money now. .tq

This quote can apply to Proton too

Hw in world would ur friend know if the brake fluid is changed or not?

Normally they will allign back ur weather strip and put myk or what. I forgot edy..

Model : 1.8Tsi passat
Mileage : 59k km
Bought: 2012

Issues so far :
1) Battery changed 2x - solved (1st time free, 2nd out of pocket)
2) Speed sensor changed 2x - solved (free)
3) Temperature sensor 1x - solved (free)
4) Mechatronic 1x - solved (free)
5) Dashboard + B pillar rattle (DIY free)
6) Have to topup engine oil around 8-9k (DIY ~60 per 1litre - but weird since i dont rempit and interval should be 15k)

EDIT: Just remembered, the stock Contiseal expensive (1.2k per tire) but doesnt seem to handle punctures that well.. I ended up have to change it anyways

Remark : Recommended? Yes, when no issue really nice cruiser, steady as a rock. Huge interior.
Equipment a bit stingy - depending on model, might not get bluetooth, fully auto seat, folding side mirror
A bit of uncle car lor

This post has been edited by takr: Mar 18 2015, 02:43 PM

Mind to share how you resolved the rattling issue? I have the similar rattling issue on dashboard near the steering wheel and the backseat roof.

I just jammed a touch n go card @ the gap between the steering wheel and the dashboard..

aiyo

http://www.therakyatpost.com/motoring/2015...gen-cc-problem/

My friend was just offered rm70k for his 2012 Passat 18tsi. He lost RM100k+ in 3 years. Depreciation of 60% in 3 years says a lot. Not to mention his problems with the car reliability. He got stranded on the highway to Penang once with his whole family. Had to call VW service to tow the car due to fault fuel pump. Then stranded in k.l due to DSG. He had to fork out more money to sell his car due to the loan. He is going to get the new Camry and staying with jap brands in future, to avoid having to pray first before driving his car. Those still looking to buy the new model good luck to you. VW = very worrisome.