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Volkswagen Passat Saloon (2000-2005) review

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Parkers overall rating: 4 out of 54.0

At a glance

Price new £13,830 - £31,345
Used prices £449 - £2,395
Road tax cost £255 - £415
Insurance group 17 - 36
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 286 - 682 miles
Number of doors 4
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Pros & cons

PROS

TDI engines offer performance and economy, well built, reliable

CONS

Bland styling, noisy diesels, not thrilling to drive

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

Latest Passat models build on their reputation for high standards of quality, and still rank among the best choices in this class. Revised rather than completely re-designed, to keep it ahead of rivals such as Mondeo. Changes to the bodywork include new lights both front and rear, a larger corporate grille and flashings of chrome, while there is the choice of excellent petrol and diesel units.

This includes the satisfyingly swift TDI PD 130.