Yawn, how many people were lining up to buy overpriced Audi A6 and A8 diesels and hybrids anyway. I'm with greengeeker. How does a business model based on so few vehicles sold even pencil out?
Sorry guy, but I will be getting one when they are available. For the price they are worth it. Compared to the 2012 Passat they are miles ahead in performance, quality, power train and value.
Granted I loved my frugal 2000, 2002 Jettas and still love my 2005 Passats, but there is a time when something more comes along. The 2005 Passat shared many common elements as the A6 and it performs accordingly. The 2012 Passat while great is still an economical compromise.
Sorry to say but there appears to be a green eye of jealously in your posting. Granted only some people can afford a $60K car. I will personally take one over the Mercedes any day.