Volkswagen Passat Estate 1.9 SE TDI (110ps) 5d (AC) (1999/T) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
High miler ex-service engineers car so got a good deal
Costs
Service costs = £250/20k & £250 Cambelt (VW dealer)
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On the road
Driving
A good mile muncher, but can be a little see-sawing (not evident on the Saloon)
Performance
The most torquey car i've had (incl. BMW 318)
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Living with it
Reliability
Never broken down although the battery died recently, but it was 6 years old so that was quite an expensive replacment at £80.
Image
Bigger than the A4 and without the stupid premium, but once your are into VW (and you don't get a lemon) you'll probably stay. Cool (thanks to Climate), and sophisticated load-lugger - great for families.
Comfort
With the amount of adjustment you'd be hard to find something that doesn't suit. Seats could be firmer though - personal preference.
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Security and Service
Security
Deadlocks only opens drivers door on 1st blip rest on 2nd blip.
Service
VW Agents (Gilders) serviced, washed and were very courteous. Recommended
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Sweet and punchy, but a little breathless above 4000revs, but couldn't we all do with more power. 51MPG over the last 10k miles (mixed driving).
Other
Only one problem - the battery needed renewing at 6 years old and is the most expensive type for a car (only to be expected for a large Diesel).
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