VW Passat Estate 1988-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    55mpg. 750 miles on one tank.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ok - you are driving a large family saloon.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not sparkling, but can cruise at 90.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    One split hose. That's it in 175k miles.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not great.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Just huge inside. Rear space is immense.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not stolen yet!

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Poor main dealer in Sussex.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Some loss of power.

    Other

    Boot lock fails reg & one wiring loom fault.

    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