Fun to drive, excellent value in GL or GLS trim, roomy interior with upscale feel, outstanding build and materials quality, available all-wheel drive.

Cons

Expensive upper-level models, less rear-seat room than some competitors, some confusing interior controls.

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Volkswagen Passat 2004 GLS 1.8T 4Motion AWD 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M)

128,624 miles

Used 2004

Volkswagen Passat

GLS 1.8T 4Motion

Fitzgerald Volkswagen of Frederick Maryland

26.8 mi away

List~~$5,650~~

Est.Loan: $116/mo

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146,536 miles

Used 2004

Volkswagen Passat

GLS 1.8T

Branch Avenue Auto Auction

36.3 mi away

List$2,500

Est.Loan: $51/mo

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80,180 miles

Used 2004

Volkswagen Passat

GLS 1.8T

Gasoline Alley Auto Sales

37.8 mi away

List$5,499

Est.Loan: $113/mo

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Edmunds' Expert Review

Its fun-to-drive character, upscale interior and wide range of features and options make this our favorite midsize sedan and wagon. Don't buy your next family car without driving one of these first.

2004 Highlights

The big news for 2004 is the addition of a 2.0-liter diesel four-cylinder engine to the lineup late in the model year. The 4Motion all-wheel-drive system is a delayed option on 1.8T-equipped GLS models. Also note that the 2.8-liter V6 is no longer available on GLS models. The premium Monsoon stereo and Homelink are now standard on all GLS models, while wood trim has been added to the optional Leather Package. The ESP stability control system is now standard on the GLX. Rounding out the changes are restyled 15- and 16-inch wheels and new side mirrors with integrated turn signals.

Consumer reviews

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Overall Consumer Rating

4.5357 reviews

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5(66%)

4(20%)

3(9%)

2(3%)

1(2%)

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Don't believe all the myths about these cars!!!

William,05/14/2016

I have driven American cars my entire life, and almost bought another one after my accident in a 2006 Chevy Malibu. To the Chevy's credit, it was comfortable and had great gas mileage, but it was definitely not safe enough, and there were compromises in other areas. Some of which included build quality, performance, design, etc. After a lot of research about these car, and my son being a

You need to know what you are getting into

roznstyle,01/12/2012

I think a lot of people buy a VW are unaware that maintenance and adherence to manufacturer recommendations are KEY to keeping a VW on the road. I've owned my 2004 passast for 8 years and it still looks brand new after over 111K miles. A VW is not a honda where you put gas in it and change the oil every so often. you need to pay attention to using mid grade or higher fuel EVERY

My favorite car

KevinG,06/20/2005

I have put 15,000 miles on this car in the past year and have enjoyed every minute of it. This car is a 5-spd manual. I test drove the automatic but it tended to hesitate from a stop. The only problem I have had with this car is that I'm always driving too fast (I've never had a speeding ticket, I'm not a speeder). It just performs best and feels best if I push it. The combination

Best vehicle I ever owned

paulinthesouth,04/12/2013

Reading review after negative review I wonder whether I was just lucky, or whether my experience is more representative of the norm. My Passat was totalled last summer when a tree blown over by a storm crushed my garage (of course the Passat was in the garage). My experience? 95,000 miles with only 2 service matters. Fuel pump failed at 88,000. Parts and labor < $300. Replaced one CV

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Features & Specs

MPG

19 city / 28 hwy

Seats 5

5-speed shiftable automatic

Gas

170 hp @ 5900 rpm

MPG

17 city / 25 hwy

Seats 5

5-speed shiftable automatic

Gas

190 hp @ 6000 rpm

MPG

17 city / 24 hwy

Seats 5

5-speed shiftable automatic

Gas

190 hp @ 6000 rpm

MPG

19 city / 28 hwy

Seats 5

5-speed shiftable automatic

Gas

170 hp @ 5900 rpm

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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Side Impact Test
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Poor
IIHS Small Overlap Front Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test
Good

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Used 2004 Volkswagen Passat Sedan Overview

The Used 2004 Volkswagen Passat Sedan is offered in the following styles: GLS 1.8T Fwd 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A), GLX Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 5A), GLX 4Motion AWD 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 5A), GL 1.8T Fwd 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A), GLS 1.8T Fwd 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M), GL 1.8T Fwd 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M), W8 4Motion AWD 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl 5A), GLX Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 5M), GL TDI Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5A), GLS TDI Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 5A), GLS 1.8T 4Motion AWD 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A), W8 4Motion AWD 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl 6M), and GLS 1.8T 4Motion AWD 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M).

What's a good price on a Used 2004 Volkswagen Passat Sedan?

Price comparisons for Used 2004 Volkswagen Passat Sedan trim styles:

The Used 2004 Volkswagen Passat Sedan GLS 1.8T is priced between $2,500 and$5,499 with odometer readings between 80180 and146536 miles.
The Used 2004 Volkswagen Passat Sedan GLS 1.8T 4Motion is priced between $5,650 and$5,650 with odometer readings between 128624 and128624 miles.

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Should I lease or buy a 2004 Volkswagen Passat?

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