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Used 2002 Volkswagen Passat Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great decision

Wirespy, 05/28/2002
2002 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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Originally, we weren't too interested in buying VW even though we enjoyed 4 different VWs over the years. I checked out BMW and Volvo and finally put some money down on a new Nissan Altima SE (260HP Manual) which would be a month wait when I decided to do keep looking around. I heard that VW doubled their warranty and decided to check out the Passat merely for it's size and look. As soon as my wife and I climbed into the car we looked at each other and smiled. Needless to say, we bought it almost on the spot and haven't looked back!

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2.63 out of 5 stars

Fun but not worth the money

Goku, 12/04/2002
2002 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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The car is less than 2500 miles when the engine broke down. It was a manufacture defect, it needs to change all four "coils"!?. The parts was so back up that the dealer only change one. Handling of the car is great, but the initial acceleration is very very slow (even a Hundai Elantra accelerate better) though after 25mph the car pick up speed and has a strong kick. Very nice panal and indicators. But not enough cup holder, even less storage space in front. Imposible to set up cell phone charger since the cigaret lighter is directly infront of the auto shift knob, need more space or move it somewhere else!

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5 out of 5 stars

Smart people's SUV

Laszlo, 04/06/2002
2002 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I have been buying VWs for about 10 years.Ilove them they are the best cars out there for the money. This car drives, handles and looks like a $40k car. (I spent 24k on mine,everything,but leather and automatic.)

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5 out of 5 stars

2001 1/2 New Passat

Kim Fauvel, 10/17/2002
2002 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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The best car I have ever owned. Fun to drive, loads of room, responsive, powerful 1.8T engine (maybe too powerful). You have to drive this car to appreciate its luxury and sporty mix.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Better than the Altima!!

routerdog, 05/29/2002
2002 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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Love it!!! Almost bought the Altima cuz I compared it to the Auto Passat. Drove the 5 speed and fell in love. Got 32 mpg on a round trip from Philly to NYC - almost as good as my old corolla

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