Volkswagen Passat Estate CL TD 5d (1994/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Overpriced and unreliable.
Costs
Great mpg if it's running properly, which is rare.
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On the road
Driving
A nice drive, if you're not anticipating your next breakdown.
Performance
When the turbo works, it can really shift.
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Living with it
Reliability
Dreadful electrical gremlins. Every time I got into it, something else broke.
Image
Bit frumpy, but this car is all about practicality isn't it?
Comfort
Very comfortable, front and back.
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Security and Service
Security
Central locking a bit erratic and the windows can open when you lock the car - not good.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Plenty. Unreliable ECU/turbo actuators and more.
Other
Electric windows notoriously unreliable, expensive to fix and motors rarer than hen's teeth at breakers.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No