VW Passat Saloon 1996-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Expensive but good quality.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    40,000 service was £400, so not cheap.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good on motorways, is a long journey car for four adults plus luggage.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    1.8 is noisy at low revs and refined at 4000 revs. Automatic gearbox good with car.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Slight problem with engine management system.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good. Well liked and popular with entire family.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable seats and good cabin.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Has always tested well, looks to be good.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    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