Used 2002 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) Consumer Reviews
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Kate in Ky, 04/22/2006
Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My Passat was purchased used with 60,000 miles, in beautiful condition both body and running quality. After dropping my youngest at school, I was rear ended, but to my disbelief and that of the attending police, my Passat had only the slightest dent. The car that ran into me was totaled, the front end smashed, air bags off, and window broken. I feel totally safe in the Passat, and feel secure knowing that my children are riding in a quality built wagon.
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madbiker09, 08/27/2010
Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car brand new in 2001 and was very frustrated by the dealer until the warranty went out at 50k. I decided to do all the maintenance myself and have loved it ever since. At 173K the car still drives smooth and fast and gets outstanding gas mileage considering it's size and performance. Like many other people I have had to replace CV, coils (recalled), brakes, timing belt, and a thermostat. Other than those items the car is as I bought it. I'm sure I will see 200k as long as the clutch holds up. At 173k it still spins the tires when I take off fast. :) I think two things helped my car last. For one, I have always used synthetic oil and secondly I always use premium gas.
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J. W. Jensen, San Jose, CA, 05/12/2018
updated 05/17/2021
Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought it used 7 years ago. Passats have an iffy reliability record. I knew that but also that if you maintain the car in a timely fashion it will pay you back as a reliable car. Great car! Update: I maintain the car in a timely manner and it has repaid me accordingly. No complaints. Further update: I think it is now in my hands for 10 years, 170,000+ miles.. I've had to put some $$$ into it but it returns me with great service. Love this car!!!
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This car is rubbish
ben, 07/22/2008
Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought used in 2003 w/ 32,000 miles. First day off the lot vacuum hose broke. Like many others who reviewed engine sludge problems. Had to replace timing belt at 75,000. Car has been in for work 12 times in 36 months even with manufacturers suggested maintenance. Don't ever buy a passat!
Buyers Beware!!
Peter, 12/13/2007
Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8T 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2002 vw used in 2005 from a dealer with and purchased a 5 yrs/100000 miles extended warranty and it was a "certified used vehicle". At 72000 miles (2007), the engine was replaced and at 75000 miles (2007) the transmission failed becasue a bolt which hold the transmission to the engine was missing!?? Dealer said the warranty has expired on Jan.2007? Came to find out that the extended warranty that vw offered covers not 5 years from the date of the purchase, but 5 years from the model year 2002- 2007!?
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