Volkswagen Passat Saloon 1.8T 20V Sport 4d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good value given the quality and price.
Costs
Service cost is modest. Parts and labour can get high.
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On the road
Driving
Big car so not nimble. That said, has good poise.
Performance
1.8T 20v best on open roads. Sluggish around town.
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Living with it
Reliability
Very reliable, but some probs now at 65,000miles.
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Audi quality without Audi prices.
Comfort
Great seats, good ergonomics and instrumentation.
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Security and Service
Service
Gave up on VW after 8 years. Poor customer care.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Lost coolant. Air con leaked into cabin. Faulty door.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No