Used 2001 Volkswagen Passat Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Beware of Passats - not reliable
mh, 08/21/2005
2001 Volkswagen Passat GLX V6 4Motion AWD 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 5A)
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When I first got my car, I loved it. It is a C6 4Motion. It is tons of fun to drive. However, within a year, the shop tried to fix the gas gauge pump three times. This issue was finally resolved; however, now have fluid level evaporation for the oil, power stearing and coolant. There are no lights that indicate that the levels are below the minimum level. If i lose all my coolant, I am in trouble. My car is only 4 years old with 36,000 miles. It shouldn't have these problems. In addition there is a noise under the car they can't resolve. Now my window has it a mind of its own. Never buy VW. Go with something more reliable like a Honda.
A Terrific Car
Normando, 07/28/2003
2001 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 5M)
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I bought this car new, and it has been flawless for 46,000-plus miles. The V- 6 is smooth and powerful enough, and I get 30 mpg on the highway with the 5- speed manual. I have had nothing done to the car besides scheduled maintenance (5000 mile oil changes with Mobil 1.)
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- GLS 1.8T Sedan (Midyear)MSRP: $2,98817 mi away
- GLX V6 4Motion Wagon (Midyear)MSRP: $6,9991,097 mi away
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12 Times in Shop in 1 year
Newk, 09/19/2005
2001 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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It is a shame that this car has rubbed me the wrong way because I really like the Passats, espeically the new 2006 model. I have had the engine cleaned 3 times because of oil sludge, I have changed it with sythetic oil religiously. The majority of the time, VW has waived any cost, but it is a hasele to take it in every week. Simply changing the battery or air filter requires a trip to the shop. I had both the daytime wiring harnesses replaced and the daytime light replaced twice in one year. I also had work done on the CV joint, brakes, and the check engine light came on twice. I love the car, but it would take some convincing to buy another.
Disappointed
shark, 11/24/2005
2001 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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This otherwise enjoyable and luxurious family sedan is proving unreliable in the long-term. My repairs in the past nice months include: new vacuum hoses; rear brake rotors; power steering rack; and inner/outer tie rods. To add insult to injury, VW dealers charge outrageous rates for routine service: $575 for 40,000 mile service; $60 for oil change; $140 for a brake fluid flush! Sadly, with the mounting repair and service costs, it's time to ditch this pariah for something much more reliable.
good
bdungey, 08/02/2003
2001 Volkswagen Passat New GLS 1.8T 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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acceleration lacks a bit but overall great car