VW Passat Saloon 1996-

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  • Economy

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good over the 175,000 miles covered in it.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fine with alloys and wider section tyres.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Usable.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average.

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    4 out of 5 4.0

    Who needs an Audi?

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent for long hauls.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Door locks are absolute crap. Immobiliser is excellent.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Always helpful and accommodating.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Cat and engine mountings changed under warranty.

    Other

    Air conditioning unit and 5 front window motors failed.

    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