Volkswagen Passat Estate (2005 - 2011) 2.0 SE TDI 5d (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Dont know.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Like the drive and space.

Would you buy this car again and why?

NEVER. These 2.0l tdi 140 engines between certain years are plagued with problems that VW simply wash their hands on in the UK, but not in the US for some reason.

What are you likely to buy next?

BMW again.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£12,000

When did you buy the car?

January 2008

Did you get a good deal and why?

OK deal.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Space, envisaged reliability and ride quality.

What was the dealer like?

Very accommodating and lent us a loan car whilst the Passat was being prepared for sale as it had just come in. Our car failed its MOT so we would of been without a car.

What's it like to drive?

Love the drive.

What's it like to park?

Not easy due to size.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Doors failing to open externally, Vacuum pump failure, many airbag faults, electronic steering lock failure (part £75), but replacement not compatible with CCM (added another approx. £650). Spent approx. £3100 in last 12 months.

What's most practical about your car?

Sheer capacity.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Nothing