Used 2004 Volkswagen Passat Consumer Reviews
Slightly Different Than the Rest
Before buying the Passat, I looked at the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord and Nissan Altima. There was just enough about the VW that was different than all the rest. Volkswagen's ad' for "Drivers Wanted" - is appropriate. For me, it's a poor man's BMW:tight handling, German simplicity, comfortable and NOT like all the rest. You owe it to yourself to take a Passat on a test drive - I bet you feel the difference too.
economy plus zip
We wanted good fuel economy (and get about 36 mpg on open highway @ 65 mph) with enough power to handle acceleration for merging and passing. The 170 hp in the 1.8 turbo met our requirements and we thoroughly enjoy our vehicle.
- GLX 4Motion SedanMSRP: $4,495193 mi away
- GLS 1.8T SedanMSRP: $2,995341 mi away
- GLS 1.8T SedanMSRP: $4,500800 mi away
Practical Fun
Zippy tight and o' so practical. Everything feels right and in its proper place. Take the step up from the base GL model, it a few grand that makes this car feel and handle like cars priced 10K more. If you have kids, the leather will make you oh so happy... and its mighty comfy too.
"My Silver Rocket"
Santa Fe Dealership was wonderful. My Silver Rocket feels like a cross between an Audi and a BMW. Excellent handling, stops on a dime. Turbo lets me pass in the fast lane going uphill like the other car is standing still. I love it!!!
Mine is a "98 with 60,000 miles
My wife's car replacing a MB. She would never buy another MB, she loves the Passat. Not one problem in 60,000 miles. I do not get to drive it often since she is so happy with the car that she doesn't share it much. I asked her what she wanted as her next car and she said "the next Passat". Ride, comfort and handling, it can't be beat for the price.