VW Passat Estate 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Worth paying the premium price for a used diesel estate.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Cheap as chips to run, for such a big car.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Drives like a hatchback. Chassis is one of the best I've driven.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Goes well when pushed. Lovely on the motorway.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    One word - Volkswagen.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nice looking motor. A lot of respectabilty.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Well comfy. Armrest a must.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Never had to break in, so don't know.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    My VW dealer is terrible - long story.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Offside rear window came out of runners.

    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