Volkswagen Passat Saloon 1.9 SE TDI (130ps) 4d Tip Auto (2001/X) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Seems to hold its value well, the build quality is definitely better than Renault etc. in my opinion.
Costs
Dealer service is pricey in my opinion and not always that good. But it has not been hugely expensive just expensive.
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On the road
Driving
It is very nice to drive but handling seems to go a bit in windy roads if you put your foot down a bit. Nicer to drive when the engine has properly warmed up.
Performance
Certainly better than the 1.8TD Mondeo I had and its and Auto/Tip but definitely nearer the snail than the hare!
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Living with it
Reliability
It is very reliable, I think most of my issues have been caused and eventually resolved by the Dealer.
Image
Not the latest model but I still think it looks good, although there are a lot going up and down the motorway early in the morning and late at night.
Comfort
Cabin is generally quiet except from pulling away from a stop it can be noisy. I have done over 300 miles in one go up the motorway and I could get out without the need for crutches or support. It is without a doubt a lot quieter than the Honda Civic!
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Security and Service
Security
No tests yet and I would like to keep it that way preferably.
Service
It was difficult finding a friendly dealer. The others I went to seemed to me to have the I could not give a monkeys attitude. The servicing is just not the same on previous cars where after the service you can feel a change in the car not with this.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
The air pressure sensor went and it would not go up hills, a problem in hilly areas obviously, other than that nothing really.
Other
Trim's don't seem perfectly fitted but that could be related to something else.
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