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Volkswagen Passat Estate (2000-2005) review

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Parkers overall rating: 4 out of 54.0

At a glance

Price new £14,985 - £32,310
Used prices £758 - £2,676
Road tax cost £265 - £430
Insurance group 17 - 36
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 286 - 668 miles
Number of doors 5
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Pros & cons

PROS

TDI PD 130 for performance and economy, quality, safety, space

CONS

Top models are overpriced

Written by Parkers Updated: 15 September 2025

Overview

Latest Passat models build on their reputation for high standards of quality, and still rank amongst 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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