Volkswagen Passat Saloon (2005 - 2010) 2.0 R Line TDI CR DPF 4d (2010/59) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Calm - can be fast when needed.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They say the car is stylish yet is a family car.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I would buy this car again or may be get an upgrade into a CC R Line.

What are you likely to buy next?

Might be a CC or Toureg or Jag. If VW then will stick to the R Line range as even though it's a standard engine inside it you feel that you can get a bit more out of it.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£14,000

When did you buy the car?

August 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes indeed. For a car which had done 10K and paid only £14K I would say that is a bargain.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Wanted another car. Had a VW Golf prior to this and wanted to upgrade to a saloon. Visited many dealers and this car took my breath away with the colour and drive. Plus it looks fresh everytime you look at it and is like a beast inside a family car.

What was the dealer like?

Excellent.

What's it like to drive?

Excellent. Quick to pick up speed especially on hills. I would say if you had to take this car and a BMW 120M Sport you would get the same power if driven properly.

What's it like to park?

Had to get used to parking a saloon but again parking sensors as standard would be handy.

Have you had any problems with the car?

I bought it when it had done 10K miles and now its sitting at 56K miles and its working like a charm.

What's most practical about your car?

The drive is smooth and amazing. The car gives you the power when you need it especially hill climbs where other cars do give away, this car would go on and would not take a no as an answer.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Auto hold. Wish the parking sensors were standard for a car as brilliant as this.