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by Jws1
Fri Sep 04, 2015 8:21 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Android Auto / carplay
Replies: 20
Views: 4393

Re: Android Auto / carplay

I think that's the change that may be happening. At present it seems you need the Nav and possibly the Discover Pro to get this and also the car-net £100 upgrade. But going forward some sites suggest these features will be included on all models with at least the 5.8" screen - whether that's the ...
by Jws1
Tue Sep 01, 2015 10:58 am
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Android Auto / carplay
Replies: 20
Views: 4393

Re: Android Auto / carplay

That's what I wasn't sure about. I think it's only been the prp version historically but going forward any with a 6.5" screen will get this functionality. Or that's what I've seen online, but its not too clear when.
by Jws1
Tue Sep 01, 2015 10:56 am
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: About to order
Replies: 22
Views: 5047

Re: About to order

The 190 was definitely rapid, 7.7s but it felt faster as the kickdown when you put your foot down is quite punchy.

The GTE is the new hybrid version. 1.4 turbo petrol and a motor and battery chucking out 218bhp and 300nm torque when combined - 7.6s 0-60 apparently!

Key benefit is the 30mile ...
by Jws1
Mon Aug 31, 2015 5:56 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Dynaudio quality?
Replies: 31
Views: 5782

Re: Dynaudio quality?

Can anyone explain how you get to 8 speakers on the basic sound system as the one in the dash means I get 9...?
by Jws1
Mon Aug 31, 2015 5:39 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: Android Auto / carplay
Replies: 20
Views: 4393

Android Auto / carplay

Has anyone seen android auto or car play in action yet? Seems it should be included as standard on all SE trim and above models based on what I've seen on various sites. But only for more recent builds it would seem.

Anyone know anything else on this?
by Jws1
Mon Aug 31, 2015 3:04 pm
Forum: B8 Passat 2014 on
Topic: About to order
Replies: 22
Views: 5047

Re: About to order

Having had a 4 day test in a GT 190ps I'm sold on a B8 Passat estate, but I'm waiting for the GTE version to keep my BIK low.

Looking for opinions on the options im considering (over the base GT spec):

Midnight blue
St tropez leather
Heated steering wheel
Electric boot (not the hands free thing ...