Volkswagen Passat Saloon 1.8 20V SE 4d Auto (AC) (1997/R) Owner Review
Want to know everything there is to know about this car?
-
Economy
Value
Expensive but good quality.
Costs
40,000 service was £400, so not cheap.
-
On the road
Driving
Good on motorways, is a long journey car for four adults plus luggage.
Performance
1.8 is noisy at low revs and refined at 4000 revs. Automatic gearbox good with car.
-
Living with it
Reliability
Slight problem with engine management system.
Image
Good. Well liked and popular with entire family.
Comfort
Very comfortable seats and good cabin.
-
Security and Service
Security
Has always tested well, looks to be good.
Service
Both Whitehouse Bexley and Rawsons Tonbridge are good.
-
Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Interior bodywork rattle inside.
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