VW Passat Estate 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Typical german car, very reliable and efficient.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Expensive parts and labour. £170 for a front headlight.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Feels solid. Needs to be pushed to get best performance.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Needs to use high revs to get best prformance.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    VW solid and reliable. Gauranteed to start and just keep going.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    One of the best looking estates. Needs alloys to give a good finish to the car.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It's german, say no more.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Never tested but seems adequate.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Superb service, even though a little expensive.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Leak into passenger footwell seems a common fault on these models. Can be caused by air con or blocked drainage holes.

    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