Volkswagen Passat Estate 1.8T 20V Sport 5d (AC) (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A rebadged Audi... I know I moved down from an Audi to the Passat.
Costs
I'm getting better fuel economy from the 1.8T than from the Audi 1.8.
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On the road
Driving
Safe, solid and sticks to the road.
Performance
Very fast acceleration, especially over 50mph.
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Living with it
Reliability
A few niggles, mainly electrcal, but nothing major.
Image
Ok if you're lugging Sea Scouts around... otherwise a poor cousin to the Audi.
Comfort
Sports seats hold you well when cornering.
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Security and Service
Security
Who'd nick a metallic yellow estate?
Service
Not too expensive.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Electrical, windows and central locking.
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