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Carsales Staff22 Oct 2014
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Volkswagen extends R-Line package to key models

Performance-inspired styling and technology package now offered on Golf wagon and Tiguan variants
Volkswagen Australia has extended the availability of its "more emotional and dynamic" styling and technology package to several of its key models.
Now available on Golf wagon and Tiguan, the R-Line package joins Golf, Beetle and Touareg R-Line models in offering more style and technology for as little as $2000.
On Golf hatch and wagon models the R-Line package builds on the equipment levels offered in the Highline trim level with 18-inch Salvador alloy wheels, an R-Line steering wheel (with paddle shifters on DSG-equipped variants), R-Line interior with sports seats, stainless steel pedals and sports suspension. 
Body styling is also enhanced with a rear spoiler, reprofiled front and rear bumpers and aerodynamic side skirts, while progressive-rate steering is also included.
For Golf hatch and wagon variants the R-Line package adds $2200 to the list price of the Golf Highline (from $32,290 plus on-road costs).
The recently revised Tiguan SUV also receives the R-Line treatment, from a competitive $2500. Offered on Tiguan 132TSI (from $36,990 plus ORCs) and Tiguan 130TDI (from $39,990 plus ORCs), the package adds sports suspension, comfort sports seats, R-Line styling cues, 18-inch Mallory alloy wheels, R-Line steering wheel (with paddle shifters on DSG-equipped variants) and front door sill plates.
A new R-Line-equipped variant, dubbed Tiguan 155TSI R-Line, is also available, adding the same equipment as listed for the R-Line-enhanced Tiguan models, but with a more powerful 155kW/280Nm 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine. Priced from $44,990 (plus ORCs), the Tiguan 155TSI R-Line also receives adaptive dampers (Adaptive Chassis Control) and heated, electrically-adjustable leather seats.
Of course the Beetle with R-Line package remains available, as does the large Touareg R-Line SUV. Volkswagen Australia says it may also consider adding the Passat R-Line when the model arrives here in October next year (2015).
The Beetle R-Line is available with both manual and DSG (dual-clutch) transmissions and receives unique front and rear bumpers, 18-inch Twister alloy wheels, sports instrumentation binnacle with analogue turbo boost, oil temperature and stopwatch dials, tinted rear glass and R-Line steering wheel (with paddle shifters on DSG-equipped variants). 
It is offered for $2000 on top of the price of the Beetle 118TSI (see full R-Line pricing details  below).
Finally, at the top of the Volkswagen passenger range, remains the Touareg V8 TDI R-Line
The original R-Line model in Australia, the Touareg V8 TDI R-Line, includes model-specific bumpers, oval exhaust outlets, a matte black diffuser, roof-edge spoiler, 21-inch Mallory alloy wheels and rear privacy glass.
Inside, the model receives stainless steel sill plates on the front doors, a heated multifunction steering wheel with paddle shifters, stainless pedals and a leather gearshift knob. The Touareg's Comfort Assistance package and Driver Assistance Package (except Lane Assist) is also included, taking the model's list price to $114,990 (plus ORCs). 
Volkswagen R-Line models are styled by R GmbH which has since 2010 been responsible not only for R-Line packages, but also for dedicated 'R' badged performance models like the Golf R and Scirocco R. The engineering arm is also responsible for VW Exclusive and R-Engineering, making special vehicles including emergency vehicles, and for designing all of Volkswagen's alloy wheels.
2014 Volkswagen R-Line model pricing:
Golf 103TSI Highline with R-Line package (DSG only) $34,490 (plus ORCs)
Golf 110TDI Highline with R-Line package (DSG only) $36,990 (plus ORCs)
Golf Wagon 103TSI Highline with R-Line package (DSG only) $36,040 (plus ORCs)
Golf Wagon 110TDI Highline with R-Line package (DSG only) $38,540 (plus ORCs)
Beetle 118TSI with R-Line package (manual) $32,390 (plus ORCs)
Beetle 118TSI with R-Line package (DSG) $34,790 (plus ORCs)
Tiguan 132TSI 4MOTION with R-Line package (DSG only) $39,490 (plus ORCs)
Tiguan 130TDI 4MOTION with R-Line package (DSG only) $42,490 (plus ORCs)
Tiguan 155TSI 4MOTION R-Line (DSG only) $44,990 (plus ORCs)
Touareg V8 TDI R-Line (auto. only) $114,990 (plus ORCs)
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