VW Passat Saloon 1996-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Inexpensive for the quality and size. Better than a Ford.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap to run considering the size. Servicing at specialist very reasonable.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Handles well. Nice driving position. Easy to drive long distances.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    A little slow, even with the turbo.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems, even with 90k miles on the clock.

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    4 out of 5 4.0

    Better than equivalent Ford / Vauxhall.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Firm seats and good driving position.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Boot leaks.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes