VW Passat Saloon 1996-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Hold their residual prices well.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Better than expected for fuel economy (if not driven hard).

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Better than BMW 3 series for comfort and gives Mercedes 200 series a run for its money in the comfort/build stakes.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent - very smooth motorway cruiser or agile as a GTi Golf.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Only owned for four weeks.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good executive look, 16 inch alloys and lowered stance provide a bit of agression but doesn't stick out like a sore thumb to car theives.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very comfortable, spacious front rear and headroom - even for tall passengers.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Will be fitting additional Thatcham approved equipment for piece of mind.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Demanded new brake discs around as scored and rusty - replaced under warranty.

    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