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Volkswagen Passat Saloon (00-05)****-

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Volkswagen Passat Saloon (00-05) car
New price range £13,990 - £31,505
Used price range £1,095 - £6,640

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  • TDI engines offer performance and economy, well built, reliable
  • Bland styling, noisy diesels, not thrilling to drive

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.

 
 
 

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97 people have reviewed their Passat and noted down advice on any problems they have experienced.

2.0 S 4d

“ Solid! Very VW! ”

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