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Volkswagen Passat Estate (2005 - 2011) 2.0 SE TDI 5d Owner Review

2.0 SE TDI 5d
VW Passat Estate 2005-

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In their own words

Don't read too much into the very few cases of 'disaster'. There are millions of these things around with moon mileage (whether they show this accurately on the dash is another thing!) yet only the ones which fail get the publicity. Regular servicing is vital. A smooth, powerful, economical mile muncher. The brake calliper was a headache but £200 odd quid at Norwood Autos in Bradford and all was good.

How reliable do you find the car?

Electronic handbrake failure required expensive calliper and clutch switch.

Does the car do everything you expected it to do?

Heard a lot of negatives about this model and engine but of maintained just as durable as the old 1.9's in my view. Much smoother anyway.
  • How they rated it

  • Reliability: 4 out of 5 4.0
  • Meets Expectations: 4 out of 5 4.0
  • Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
  • Paul recommends this car

About their car

  • Fuel type Diesel
  • When purchased May 2016
  • Condition when bought Used
  • Current Mileage 203,000 miles
  • Average MPG 54 mpg