VW Passat Saloon 1996-

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Special sell-offs at end of line new, £18k.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    £90-£200 for service. £500 including timing belt at 60,000 miles. Very economic. Always get 50+mpg - if careful 65mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Goes where you point it - No scary moments, even on country roads.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Quick with loads of torque for a big car.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    82,000 miles so far and not even a rattle.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Firm seats, but comfortable with good range of adjustment. A/C good. CD player good.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Never been tested and hope never will.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    In line with expectation.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    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