Volkswagen Passat Saloon 1.8T 20V SE 4d (AC) (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Superb build quality and engineering.
Costs
Insurance can be expensive (grp 15).
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On the road
Driving
Good for long distance, but for hard driving the springs need to be upgraded.
Performance
Goes like a rat up a drain pipe.
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Living with it
Reliability
Only had one problem during 148,000 miles, which was the cam belt tensioner breaking, still managed to drive the car 60 miles for repair without any damage to the engine.
Image
Starting to look outdated by newer models, but still a nice looking car.
Comfort
Big cabin with lots of leg room. High level of standard extras.
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Security and Service
Service
Dealer servicing can be expensive, but the extra cost is worth it, considering the quality of workmanship. Courtesy car is normally available while yours is being serviced.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Cam belt tensioner snapped after 130,000 miles.
Other
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