Volkswagen Passat Saloon 1.8 20V Sport 4d (1997/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Slow depreciation, worth paying the extra at the start.
Costs
Reasonable. Get a smaller car if you can't afford it.
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On the road
Driving
More suited to motorway cruising than rally driving.
Performance
No sportscar, but it can get a move on when needed.
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Living with it
Reliability
VW, German, no further comment needed.
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Middle-aged business man, even with the smart alloys.
Comfort
Great legroom. Rear passengers get living room comfort.
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Security and Service
Security
Good system, I have faith in it.
Service
Expensive, used specialist, not main dealer.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Track rod ends. Small annoying electrical (key remote, AM radio, boot light and LH rear door electrics).
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes