VW Passat Saloon 1996-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good equipment and well built.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Reasonable for size - insurance lowish.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Handles well for size - little bodyroll.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Needs to be worked hard - then its rought and noisy.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Look good in Royal Green with alloys.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Excellent seats. Feels lots of bumps!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Independent dealer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Noist over 3000rpm, but willing.

    Other

    Revs a lot - lots of gearshifts needed. Not relaxed to drive.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes