Volkswagen Passat Estate 1.8 20V SE 5d Auto (AC) (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Typical german car, very reliable and efficient.
Costs
Expensive parts and labour. £170 for a front headlight.
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On the road
Driving
Feels solid. Needs to be pushed to get best performance.
Performance
Needs to use high revs to get best prformance.
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Living with it
Reliability
VW solid and reliable. Gauranteed to start and just keep going.
Image
One of the best looking estates. Needs alloys to give a good finish to the car.
Comfort
It's german, say no more.
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Security and Service
Security
Never tested but seems adequate.
Service
Superb service, even though a little expensive.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Leak into passenger footwell seems a common fault on these models. Can be caused by air con or blocked drainage holes.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes