Used 2006 Volkswagen Passat Consumer Reviews
Used Passat for sale
Love Hate Relationship
Co Car Girl, 07/27/2010
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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I bought mine used, 2 weeks after buying it I had to replace both front cv boots $1k a piece. in the last 18 months I have had it in the shop at least 12 times. In the last 4 weeks I have had the passenger side electrical, all 4 steering mech, wiper arms, thermostat replaced. Also have a sunroof that likes to open when not prompted. The park brake likes to set and unset itself after I turn the car off. What a joy it has been to drive every rental car known to man while waiting for parts. Thing is every time I get it back I am happy to be sitting in the comfortable ergo friendly car that drives like a dream.... when its running. Don't buy unless you have lots of time/$ to sit at the mech
A lot of car for the money
Chuck, 03/27/2006
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
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VW hit a homerun with their new Passat. I'm surprised to see so many so-so reviews on the internets and in the newspapers. This car is amazing. I've driven cars of all different engineering, but this is my first with what Germany has to offer. I was a huge fan of Japanese engineering but after driving this car I now understand the rave about German engineering. Everything in the car has a sturdy feel and a innovative look. There are so many small touches that make this car stand out from his competitors. The engine has the widest torque band of I have ever seen and I get 37mpg on the hwy.
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Ready for the CC
attaymik, 09/16/2008
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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As I near the end of my lease, I have been very satisfied with my Passat. Haven't had the reliability issues that others have mentioned and my dealer has been great. Any minor issues I've had have been corrected in a timely fashion. Great gas mileage, still drives like a dream, little lag when using tiptronic and coming off the freeway, but overall, this is a great car. This is my 3rd VW and I haven't had a moments trouble with any of them. I've been test driving other cars like crazy and I would have to pay more to get all the bells and whistles that come standard on my Passat. Looking forward to the CC.
Stay Away!!
mando, 12/17/2008
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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If you really like this car, then make sure you have a bumper-2-bumper warranty, otherwise you are on for a rather sour treat. The 2.0T engine is amazing, but the rest of the electronic components are so below standards IT'S RIDICULOUS!. This car has so many electronic/software bugs, it's crazy. Just go to the online communities and you'll see for yourself. Common problems with this car (2006-up): Evap purge valve clogging, A/C Condenser failure, Steering wheel lock defective(very unsafe), gas cap defective, TPMS miss-reading, Radio unit errors, and the list goes on, and on.
Never Again
DavisFam, 06/22/2009
2006 Volkswagen Passat Value Edition 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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Best to stay away from this one. I was a devout VW fan until this car. Had a 2004 VW Jetta that was great. This thing has electronic ghosts such as the emergency brake coming on and off, the gas light comes on with ample gas in the tank, the check engine light....it's been in the shop numerous times, all they do is reset the codes if any and the problems continue. It also has a problem starting occasionally after filling it up with gas. For the price, VW should do better. I was going to set my sights on a Eos next but, I refuse to buy another VW. I find regular maintenance is way overpriced as well. I follow the manual to a tee and also use synthetic oil and premium gas all the time.