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Great car
Ray Ohio, 03/18/2015
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
47 of 52 people found this review helpful
I bought this 2.0T Passat in 2006 and have been driving it since then. Now it has about 100K miles on it. Great car. Never had any major issues with it. The handling is much better than some competitors in its class. My wife and I both like the look very much. So classic. I was surprised to see many negative reviews here, but I do understand normally only people who had trouble would spend time writing reviews. So I wanted to tell a little the other side of story.
This model still excellent and performs!
Dana Lamb, 08/15/2015
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2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
27 of 30 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2006 Passat with the V6 engine and it has been the best car I have ever owned. I had leased a Passat before with the 2.0 Turbo and my wife and I loved the roominess and easy ride. This Passat has a sports suspension (VW stiffened it up due to complaints about a "squishier" ride in older models) that she really disliked but appealed to my love of sports cars going back to the 60's. The V6 engine has been a blast, all the power I needed in tight situations and it doesn't burn oil like it's Audi cousins. I just turned 100,000 miles on it and it is not only running strong but it averages 28 miles per gallon. I figured I would lose the mileage due to the larger engine but it sips gas even when I drive it hard. My only complaint is the breakdown of the headlight covers as they fog over time and some of the rubbery surfacing on the driver's side armrest and sections of the dashboard show wear with chips and peeling. The lines on the car and interior are dated now but still cool in a guy sort of way with a black exterior and interior. If you can find one with the V6 engine grab it and take it on a mountain road to fell the power and cornering ability. sweet ride! 2019 update: still own the and my previous review still stands. It's getting pricier as it ages (aren't we all), replaced the interior roof fabric because the glue gave out ($450.00), replaced the headlamps because the fogging of the plastic was not repairable ($250 for after market parts and $200 for installation), had to replace all of the plugs and plug wires which was expensive, and then some small stuff like broken windshield washing reservoir. All in all, compared to a $500+ a month new car payment, the car is still earning it's keep. The resale on it is pretty low with my current mileage so it is always a debate about dropping more money into it but I am thinking seriously about having it repainted since I have some fade spots on the roof and hood that makes the car look old. Still a blast to drive with the car's suspension and the V6.
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Very Disappointed
xanthippe, 04/21/2012
2006 Volkswagen Passat Value Edition 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
Bought this car new. Issues began appearing within 6 months (steering column replacement, oil disappearing with no leaks, peeling buttons, arm rests, emissions problems still, etc...). Have never experienced so many issues with a new $25,000 vehicle. Will never purchase a VW again. VW should be ashamed. Search the forums for issues on this car before you buy!!!
Keep up with it!
Justin, 09/14/2015
2006 Volkswagen Passat Value Edition 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
30 of 35 people found this review helpful
This is NOT a Toyota Camry or Honda Accord. It is INFINITELY better. Things people forget, however, is that with performance comes a lack of "reliability." Don't read reviews about how people have a lot of problems. This is not a problematic car. It is a car that uses performance parts that needs to be watched and maintained. Mine was big money to keep running, but worth every penny. It drove like a sports car, carried a family like an elite sedan, and looked more expensive than it was. It never had an issue that disabled it, and it never had an issue that wasn't to be expected with the high mileage it had. This car costs about $1500 a year to keep up with repairs and maintenance. Beware, and enjoy.
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Many problems, too many to be satisfied.
robin36, 04/25/2011
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I bought this car straight from the dealer. This is a one owner car. Because of all the problems, I was tempted to sell. So if you are looking to buy, I have a feeling you may be in for an ugly surprise. It is very expensive to repair, and I have had a lot of problems with defects: 1) Exhaust pipe detaching from motor 2) Radio interference when lights are on (never fixed) 3) Small fan motor went out 4)Time on the clock jumps ahead an hour inexplicably some days 5) Defective trunk latch 6) AC Compressor went out. (All these WAY before they were due) Here is a list of regular maintenance expenses: 1) Use of Premium Unleaded 2) Oil filter is a cartridge 3) Timing belt change = $1,200
Lemon Vehicle
momi60, 10/22/2012
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
20 of 23 people found this review helpful
I own a 2006 passat sedan, the first year of owning the car my catalytic coverter went out. From that point each year a major componet on the vehicle goes out. Now I keep getting check engine light, the oil has to be replaced often and the cost to repair vehicle continues to rise. Now I have a camsgaft issue that is causing the regulator to leak. This is by far the worst vehicle I have ever owned. I tell everyone I know and don't via reviews to stop buying vw vehicles. They don't stand by their product. Its pure garbage, since owning the vehicle I have spent approx. 7500 in repairs. Please don't be fooled into buying this product. Its DAMAGED and UNTRUST WORTHY!!!!!!!
super car
marcko24, 09/24/2011
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
i think it should cost more than actually cost, very fast car, nice outside looking, all the luxury you can ask for, more than most of beemers, but............too much time in workshop,
Look at what's under the hood!
sandiego11, 09/21/2011
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
15 of 18 people found this review helpful
I've read a lot of reviews before I purchased my vehicle. Noticed that there were lots of issues with the 2006 VW. drove a lot of different cars including a new fusion, and several Japanese cars. I've never driven a 2.0T but typically large cars with an undersized engine and a turbo to help compensate don't do well (repair wise) Have owned my 3.6 for a year now (it's a 5 year old 2006) and it's running spectacular! Nothing but regular maintenance needed. You have to remember that this is nearly a 3k pound car. a 2.0T will not work long term with sporty driving, but if you choose a 3.6 it's an excellent commuter and very fun on the weekends without much time in the shop.
Good Car, But dont buy it
zluan, 10/01/2011
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
41 of 52 people found this review helpful
Its rly a good car, but the small problems will make u in trouble, i m going to sell it b4 60k miles.
TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, WASTE OF METAL - NIGHTMARE EXPERIENCE
tboyd402, 04/07/2011
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
18 of 22 people found this review helpful
Bought a CPO 06 20k mile VW passat that is a piece of crap & literally had everything replaced within 6 months - a few of them within 3 DAYS of purchasing the car. From entire AC system to radio to ignition module to steering column, instrument cluster to heater, gas tank dropped & replaced, fuel injectors I believe, coil packs, fuel lines, radiator leaking, water pump, driver door handle because it stopped working & had to crawl in passenger side!! Driver door striker as well on a different occasion, almost all suspension parts, rear struts, the list goes on and on.... Those are just off the top of my head but almost every moving engine part, suspension, & electrical item was replaced, yet
Excellent Buy for the Money!
Paul, 10/06/2006
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
14 of 17 people found this review helpful
I highly recommend this car if you are looking for a premium sedan that is fun to drive. With end of the year incentives it is a great buy for the money compared to the Camcords. If you must get the 2007 model, there are many options that were only available with the 6-cylinder engine that you can now get on the 2.0 turbo such as the adaptive bi-xenon lights, homelink, heatable windshield wipers, and dual zone climate control. This is especially true if you want a stick which was basically only offered in a stripped version in 2006. The engine is a well proven 200hp turbo that is also in the Audi product line. Reliability so far has been excellent. I love this car.
Awesome car until your engine blows
jeem8, 02/22/2012
2006 Volkswagen Passat Value Edition 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
16 of 20 people found this review helpful
Brought car in for fuel pump recall/warranty. It was running rough and finally the oil pressure light came on. Had car immediately towed to dealership. Told that the engine with 80K miles is ruined due to lack of oil. Car always had plenty of oil, but apparently the pressure was just low enough to damage engine even though the warning light never triggered before this episode. So a 2006 with 80K miles is toast. Worst car experience we have ever had and we will never buy/lease a VW again. Terrible reliability.
BAD EMISSION SYSTEM
albertobp67, 11/19/2011
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
My 2006 Passat was my dream car in 2006, 40k miles later the engine light came on. $5,000.00 USD later it is still on. I take it to the dealer as required they change a part here and a part there, bill me lots of $$ and 1 to 2 days later the light is on again. I've had it, I will write to VW the dealer owners and anyone else that might be able to assist in fixing the problem.
Stay away Sell Now and Stay away. Do not buy ever.
amravceng, 08/19/2012
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
14 of 18 people found this review helpful
I own a 2006 Passat 2.0 T with 62K. This is the worst car I ever owned in my 50 years. The positive about a car is cool exterior look. The interior is falling apart. The drawers are stuck, paint is peeling off, other plastic parts have broken hinges. The engine is losing oil. I have to do oil change every 2,500 miles to keep dipstick inside the range. The wheel bearngs were replaced for both rear wheels. Air conditioner compressor died and AC didn't work for 2 years. The compressor for this car is the most expensive, due to high demand. VW of America are useless. Many Technical service Bulletins were issued, admitting the design flaws, but not granting financial aid. Stay away.
V6 4MOTION
Furley, 02/05/2010
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4Motion 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love this car! Currently, the car has 57,203 miles on it and I have had ABSOLUTELY NO PROBLEMS with this car. It handles like a sports car. It's VERY fast and has more than enough power. The black interior looks like new. The silver exterior is still shinny (even though I don't really clean or wax it). It doesn't get stuck when those wonderful nor'easters hit us here in PA. This car will cruise easily faster than any other car I have ever owned.
Sooner it's gone the better
vw_no_more, 05/24/2013
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
This vehicle while is fun to drive has spent more time with the mechanic than with us. 5 trips to fix the injectors, 4 trips the second time they went in only 140Km. I can't believe 2 sets of injectors in only 140Km. All 4 wheel bearings failed before 80Km, AC failed, trunk release failed, and on and on. The dealer would try something and when surprise it wasn't fixed told us to book another appointment, great except we live 5 hours from the nearest dealer, in one case it took 4 trips to fix one little problem. NO support from the VW dealer so we phoned VW Canada and all I got was "that's the way our warrenty works" I guess that means tough luck consumer. Stay away from this vehicle.
single mom with a car....... : (
shelljj, 06/13/2011
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
that cost more than the kids do. june 4, 2010 i fell in love, 3 months later i realized my mistake. the reason reason being my engine was burning to much oil so it had to be replaced and the a/c compressor went. today june 13 2011 my car is in the shop because i smell burning oil AGAIN. Also, when my speed is over 55 i hear a low buzzing sound. does anyone else hear that? i love the way it looks, even the way it drives when I'm not afraid its going to catch fire. smh! it a love hate relationship with this [violative content deleted] ride.
LEMON. PERIOD.
frne, 07/11/2013
2006 Volkswagen Passat Value Edition 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
14 of 19 people found this review helpful
Where do I even start. First off, DO NOT buy this car. I had this vehicle for almost five years and it is indescribable the feeling I had when I got rid of it. Never will I stray from Honda or Toyota again. There is a reason there are so many Hondas on the road and very few VWs. I learned the hard way. This car consistently broke down and needed repairs. Not cheaper, either. The air compressor went out twice, cold air return motor died, and numerous recalls. I honestly still can't believe a car could be so bad. On the bright side, I tell anyone who will listen how awful my experience with VW was. I have convinced at least 30+ people to never buy a VW with my previous experience.
Passatingly Addictive
vwsince66, 04/14/2015
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
Love to drive it, bought it used at 96-K but within a month of purchase the transmission slipped and caught a hard lurching clunk when shifting,3rd and 4th gears. Then after about a week of hoping it was a glitch, the transmission got stuck in 3rd gear permanently.... Luckily it was under the warranty but the insurance company only allowed a used transmission with equal or lesser mileage. I have been driving it for about 3 months since the rebuild, and a week ago it did the "Clunk" when shifting from 1st - 2nd gear and since then has happened a couple of other times. I love driving the car otherwise and it looks sexy as hell especially when you put some wider rims/ tires on it. L
Maintenance! Total breakdown!
Jimmy, 03/03/2016
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
12 of 17 people found this review helpful
I have had many problems....como. problems with this cars, recalls and minor stupid issues that should not happen at this mileage. Something about the pic valve makes your car idle rough and you must keep replacing it. The ignition coils always go out. Also biggest issue with this car is the timing belt. And not the timing belt itself, it's components. They all mess up so you must make preventive maintenance!?!? Your car can be running fine, then all of a sudden lock up your engine. This is a main problem. Sadly my friend warned me about it and then said "I told you so" to my $5000 sudden expense. [non-permissible content removed] Passat. Only few models are worth it for vw.
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booger, 07/09/2006
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I'm a former VW owner, and I traded up my 2003 Passat for a 2006 because I had heard so many great things about them. The '06 Passat 2.0T accelerates very well, and it seats 4-5 passengers in comfort. The 6-disc changer, satellite radio, and night gauge illumination make the drive fun and enjoyable. I'm most impressed with the suspension! This updated Passat feels stiffer than my '03, and it corners on rails. I love the 3 transmission options (N, S, and Tiptronic). There's more usable room in the '06, and I've found no problems in build quality. My '06 has the airbags that wrap around the passengers. There is no comparison to this car at this price!
Forget the Bimmer, Go for the Passat
Dan, 05/02/2007
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd Passat, and the absolute best. The quality is exceptional, the ride comfortable, and the 3.6L engine a gem. With the Luxury package #2 and wood trim interior, I'll compare this to any BMW, MB, or Infiniti! And, for many thousands less!! You gotta give the Passat a look, you'll be overwhelmed with the quality. Also, I regularly get 30-31+ MPG on the road.
Very Impressive
Robert, 04/12/2007
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
VW cut no corners in this vehicle. Quality craftmanship on the interior especially with the seats, dash board, access to controls and visibility. Very tight car with little outside noise. No rattles! Exterior is very attractive with features such as turning headlights. You can see and feel a lot of Audi in the car. This is my third Passat and will consider a 4th when time runs out on this vehicle. AWESOME CAR!
Save your money
tarawater, 07/08/2012
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Since early 2007, I have had the catyletic converter split, front and read brakes replaced, steering column replaced and put on sideways...had to take it back to the dealer. Front axle, compressor, 12 tires...its awful in the snow and ice. Satellite radio died, peeling on the arms and buttons, leak in the sunroof, terrible heating/cooling system...takes forever to heat up. Electrically system messed up and when I try and open the window, it closes, then opens. Numerous other things wrong with it. In just the past 6 months I've sunk $8000 into the car. The only thing I like is the way it handles on the open road. Im so disappointed with this car and will never buy a VW again.
Never mind the BMW, get a Passat
KW, 04/17/2008
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I stepped into this car from a BMW 325i, after considering a 525 or Infiniti G35. The Passat looks, feels and drives better, with more power and same confident German road handling. Not to mention a great deal more interior space and a more comfortable layout. In no time you are doing 60 without any strain on the V6. It's an absolute joy to drive - and for much less than comparably performing cars.
Love/Hate Relationship
Adriver, 10/06/2008
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought 3.6 Luxury model with less than 7K miles. Absolute pleasure to drive, when it's not in the shop. I love this car but it has been at the dealer at least once every month for a repair - usually electrical stuff in the past. Now with 31K miles they are installing a new engine! Oil pump bolt came loose. My wife wants to sell it and get another Subaru. I can't argue too much - we've had 4 Subs, all went over 200K without a problem. Last VW, 01 Jetta TDI, replaced Turbo at 118K miles, glow plug problems often, check engine light on often - it too was fun to drive but I want to give the Passat one more chance to stay out of the shop, but I think I'll have to face reality & sell it.
Definitely Not a Camry!
Ken, 01/03/2007
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4Motion 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
The Passat 3.6 4Motion is quite an awesome car! I did months of extensive research on buying a replacement car for my wife; deciding between the 2007 Camry, 2007 Infiniti G35, and the 2006 Acura TL. Although the Camry is a better value, the Passat is so much more fun to drive! The G35 and TL were just too expensive and lacked interior rear seat room. I have two teen sons over 6' tall and they have plenty of room in the back seat. The value for what you get in the Passat is awesome; you get Mercedes/BMW amenities for a Buick price! Although the car listed at $40,000 (sport package, fully loaded), I was able to get it for $33,000 from the dealer, as they were hot to get rid of the 2006 models; making it an incredible value!
Don't buy this vehicle
Justin, 02/11/2016
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4Motion 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
24 of 39 people found this review helpful
I'm purchased a few VW now but I think this is the final one. My first car was a VW so there is a bit of nostalgia, but it's gone on long enough. So I purchased this vehicle used two years ago. It's a 2006 Passat 3.6 4Motion. The acceleration, driving, etc is quite good... but the reliability and built in flaws of the car make it worthless. Specifically, when I purchased it a few weeks later one of the shocks sheared off and I had to replace that. Then, a week ago several things occurred at once and it's mind numbingly bad. I'll list the issues and the associated prices so you can gasp with me: 1. Headlights. These are HID, so they should be pricey. However, VW can't figure out how to design product, so they literally blocked one of the headlight entry ports with the windshield wiper fluid case. YOU CAN'T CHANGE THE HEADLIGHT WITHOUT REMOVING THE BUMPER. This is a thing. I'm not lying. Somebody literally built a car and blocked the headlights so you can't change them without taking the bumper off. Cost to change headlights? $800. That's not a joke, it's $800 to change the headlights. Not even the highbeams. Just the stinking low beams. $800. 2. The trunk logo is inset... and when water gets in the inset it causes it to rust out. So I have a huge rust tramp stamp on the back of my VW because the engineer decided that having an inset logo with a well for water to sit in made sense. Price: Whatever a used trunk goes for since it'll be more expensive to have the entire thing sanded. At least $600+ 3. Some random pipe broke in the engine when the headlights went out: $400 4. Super duper awesome fuel pump: $1,200+ What the what? In a world where replacing headlights and a fuel pump costs $2k... yeah, stay away from VW. The first Passat I had years ago had issues, this one has issues, and the engineering is just ridiculous. Next week I'll find out that they glued the tires to the wheels for some crazy reason and I have to replace the entire wheel when a tire goes flat. Derp.
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NEVER buy a Volkswagen.
Cody, 12/31/2015
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2006 VW Passat 2.0T for about $25K from the dealership. It now has106k miles. The scheduled maintenance was always done on time, including the pricey synthetic oil changes every 3k miles. After taking the necessary actions to have the car regularly serviced(in hopes of having the car last) At 85K miles I needed to replace the front axel. ($1200) At 100K miles my car started shifting funny. I brought it to the dealership to take a look. I was told I needed to replace the transmission. They quoted me $6000. After this shocking quote I brought the car to a reputable transmission shop. I was told the same thing, I needed a new transmission. This quote was less at $4.5K. Thats right, with 106k miles I needed to replace the transmission! In my opinion a transmission should not need to be replaced with 100K miles. The black rubber coating on the buttons is pealing, the sunroof is leaking, and the engine is misfiring. I would highly suggest to anyone looking to purchase a VW not to. They are stylish and affordable but the cars do not last.
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Looks Good. Huge Headache! DON'T BUY A 2006 PASSAT!!
laurae22, 06/07/2011
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I hate this car! I am currently selling it "AS IS". I have spent over $5K in the last 2 years that I have owned it. I like the way it looks and that is it! This car has been nothing but problems!!! The Check engine lights is always on. As soon as it gets out of the shop, it goes right back in for something completely different. There are no "cheap" repairs on this car. Nobody but a VW repair shop can work on them, and then they charge an arm and leg! If you live in a small town, it impossible to find someone who even knows how to change the oil properly. Plus they cost $150.00! Will by buying a Toyota Camry this time. NEVER WILL I BUY A VW!!
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tallB, 09/19/2010
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
Owned 3.6L since new. 40k miles and a great car. Never stranded, no major issues. Get amazing MPG on the highway; e.g SF to Tahoe - avg 28 to 30 MPG City 16 to 18 depending on driving style. Solid NO rattles! Remember this was German built. Capacity! Folding rear seats can fit 7ft plus items. Rear facing child seat & still leg room in the front. No issues in a year or more. Park sensor beep in rain issue was fixed now no issues. Comp update hesitating acceleration gone. Performance, handling, features, quality unmatched. More HP & Torque than BMW 330, can take it any. Styling has held well, granted not as great as a BMW but sacrifice a little vanity for HP, room, cup holders, features.
DO NOT BUY
Tammy Taylor, 01/12/2016
2006 Volkswagen Passat Value Edition 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
8 of 13 people found this review helpful
We bought the car from my brother-in-law who bought it new and did regular maintenance like clockwork only used synthetic oil. It had 90k miles on it when we bought and was in immaculate condition besides the peeling on inside front doors. We drove 150 miles and lost oil pressure had to be towed 150 miles from home. Dealer said needed new motor $7500 and that didn't include turbo replacement. We went with an autorepair shop instead and spent 5500. Within the next 150 miles the oil was leaking. Turned out to be rear main seal and that is another 1200. We have 15k in a used car with only 90k miles on it.......Ridiculous. VW should do something about all the problems. This should be covered under lemon law.
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I Wanted To Like This Car
chad3072, 10/25/2010
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in 2008 with 17,000 miles on it. Now it has 40,000 on it and it's been in the shop 3 times. The first time it went in the exhaust pipe ripped right out of the turbo and it sounded like a diesel truck. The next morning after I got it back I put my A/C on and it didn't work,so back to the dealer I went. They had to replace the whole compressor and flush the system. Two months after that it started to make a growling noise when I hit the throttle hard to pass, guess what I took it back and they said it was the cam shaft. I got it back last week and tonight I went to pick my daughter up from day care put the key in and tried to start it up and the engine is locked up.(JUNK)
Just bought a new 2006
Mrrizzo, 12/28/2007
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Just bought a new leftover 2006 3.6. Got a great deal since the 2008s were already on the lot. Although silver is never my first choice in color, I think this is a great looking car. It has just the right amount of chrome and black trim. The 17in wheels are handsome too. It does need premium gas, but the highway mileage has been terrific, especially considering the performance of the 3.6 engine. The interior and trunk are beautifully finished. The exterior fit/finish are flawless. The console does creak a little but I think the plastic is more temperature sensitive than a flaw in essembly. On a couple days when the temp went above say 45, console didn't creak.
Excellent Car
Zeeke, 08/24/2020
2006 Volkswagen Passat Value Edition 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have owned the 2006 VW Passat turbo 2.0T for about 7 months now and I tell you, it's a good car. Enough power to take you on a highway. Excellent driving experience, upscale interior with plenty of room. I bought it with 103k mileage on it to support my 2010 VW Tiguan. Other than the first major repairs i did on it as the 3rd owner, there has really not been any issues. I will recommend it only if you understand that it's not a Japanese vehicle. Cost of maintenance is definitely higher. I hope to post more reviews as time goes by.
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My 3rd Passat and the Best
Dan, 09/27/2008
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This 2006 3.6 Passat is my 3rd. For quality, ride, comfort, and mileage it's the best. I commute 35 miles each way to work, and daily checking my mileage computer; I get 31-33 MPG! And, that's not all cruising! On road trips, I also have validated mileage of 31-34 MPG at highway speeds. This vehicle is vastly under-appreciated. It compares with ANY, more highly visible, family sport sedans. As importantly, my dealership; Britt VW, is a gem. Great car, great dealership, and great daily fun driving a car that handles exceptionally, is comfortable, has all the power you need, and gets great mileage. Fact is, this 2006 3.6 auto gets better mileage than my 2003 V6 5- speed!
Incredible Automobile
jimjohn, 09/14/2009
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've owned my 2.0T for just over 3 years. It has been one of the most satisfying autos I have ever experienced. I've owned Corvettes, BMW's, Porsche's, an Audi, a Cadillac, several Chevy's , a couple of Fords and a few others. I think, I can safely say, this is the best of the lot. It'll travel over 500 Highway miles on a tank of gas. It's more comfortable than a couple of BMW's I've owned. It's fast, it handles pretty well and it's never had to go back to the dealer since I bought over 40,000 miles ago. I've changed the oil (Mobile 1) a few times and recently replaced the original tires. The brake pads still look like new. I bought it new for 22 grand. What a great car. 2 thumbs, way up!
Best Highway Driving Car Ever
stljk, 09/08/2009
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my first VW and at the end of 4 years still love the vehicle. It's the most comfortable and fun car I have ever had for highway driving. Seats are very comfortable! Long trips are a breeze. Negatives are the parking sensors in cold or wet weather give you false beeps frequently. Navigation is terrible if you want to find something on a common street like Elm or Main. System lists every Elm St. in all cities within a state and you end up guessing which of the multiple Elms listed is the right one. No way to enter city name to narrow the list. Just hope for a unique street name.
Expensive Junk
Jack Long, 06/19/2007
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4Motion 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
My wife bought a new Passat in late December 2006. The night we drove it home the right headlight failed and it took the dealership nearly two weeks to find and install another unit. The car ran fine until mid-May 2007 when it started to make a loud buzzing noise on start-up. We immediately took it into the dealer who advised that a bolt had sheared on the oil pump and it needed an entire new engine! As of June 14, 2007 the dealership has had the car for almost 4 weeks and is now installing the third engine because the replacement engine had the same problem. This car has been out of service for more than 5 weeks during the first 6 months of ownership. This is absolutely ridiculous quality.
German engineering is super
dave_anderson8, 04/04/2015
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
I got the car second-hand when it had about 20,000 miles on it and now it has already 160K miles. Awesome car. The previous owner did a great job maintaining it, so I had no problems at all with this car, except regular maintenance. It is a great car. Very fun to drive and looks great. Actually I think it looks better than the current generation of Passat. German engineering is super and trustable. Only thing one must remember is to use only premium gas (91 or above). I can see some people got problems with the car mainly because they were cheap enough to use 87 gas for the car. If you do that, you will end up with many problems. I have been using 93 gas and got no problem at all.
Anything but VW
Ed J., 02/01/2016
updated 09/11/2017
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
Loved the car until it hit 40K. Thank God I purchased extended warranty. two A/C compressors, one ABS module, alternator, (each of these cost at least $1200), fan motor, trunk latch, catalytic converter, part for Turbo, interior lock buttons peeled, arm rests peeled (VW would not do anything about this) No excuse for any of this. I'm used to Asian cars, never had these problems with them! Had car towed twice, once for alternator and most recently for ignition part. That did it. I traded for a new 2015 Mazda6 last March. What a great car! Styling, mileage, quality, reliability. I don't understand why people make excuses for poor reliability with some brands like VW. I won't put up with it. Just read reviews. The top cars for reliability are Lexus, Mazda, Toyota, and Honda. Don't see any VW's up there do you? No excuse for poor reliability, I learned my lesson. Got rid of this car two years ago and bought a Mazda6, Very happy with Mazda, what a difference., No problems.
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What a waste of $27,000
RWard, 07/28/2015
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
Air Conditioning went out 3rd year, window washer fluid pump went out the same year. Check engine light stays on all the time. The inside interior is PEELING... really? all buttons are worn off, the lock buttons are bubbling and peeling, even the ones in the back seat where no one hardly sits. Starting to rust. Bought brand new off the show room floor with 16 miles on it. NEVER buying VW again.
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Thanks Volkswagon
Adam Wolfson, 08/18/2005
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I was looking between the Acura TL, BMW 3-Series, and when I finally test drove the New Passat, there was no more competition in my mind. I love this car. The ride, the placement of everything inside, Everything is great! I know that Volkswagon has had problems in the past, so time will tell with the Passat.
Teutonic Solidity - Fun To Drive!
m-photo, 08/27/2006
2006 Volkswagen Passat Value Edition 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I've had the car for seven months now. It's had zero problems so far, no defects. The 2.0T engine is very quick! The car is nimble and crispy. The platform is really rigid. I'm an auto enthusist so I drive the car hard. The brakes are excellent. I love the "brake assist". The steering is pretty good, but it's a little light. Under hard acceleration there's quite a bit of 'torque steer' - meaning the car veers to the right somewhat. Most people won't notice it, but I really dig into the accelerator. This is normal w/ Front Wheel Drive cars. The transmission is pretty good. It downshifts quickly for passing. I would prefer the Tiptronic function to be adjacent to the 'Sport' setting though.
Best Car I have Ever Owned
CarFan, 11/13/2005
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
To compare this automobile to a Toyota Camry or Honda Accord is to do it an injustice. They are simply not in its league. I would compare it to a Volvo S60, Nissan Maxima, 2006 Toyota Avalon, BMW 3-Series, etc. It is German engineering at it's most innovative and a truly remarkable package all put together. You would think you are driving a BMW or an Audi (OK, you probably actually are driving an Audi) and the turbo makes this car a blast. It has lots of power, features, room, blatant good looks and personality. I used to think VW's were overpriced but now I see they are underpriced for the class of vehicles they truly are in competition against.
What a Car!
Brian, 11/08/2006
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is a great car! This is my second Passat, I just came off lease of my 2002. I have had my new 2006 since May and it is a dream to drive. I drove to Chicago and averaged over 35 mpg and thew car had plenty of power for the major Highways. The fit and finish is way above the average Chevy type of car and I feel it is on par with higher so called luxury cars. I don't understand the knock on reliability, I have not had any trouble with either car. With 35 mpg, I do not know why Volkswagen doesn't push the mileage and compare it with the so called Hybrids. If you have a Passat you get almost as good mileage as a Hybrid without the extra expense.
VOLKSWAGEN FAIL.
4real2006, 07/30/2013
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
expected more when purchasing new 2006 Passat, previous car was the new beetle and a friend had the 2001 Passat, when changes were made that must have cut costs with interior design and electrical system. Within 2 years, the AC failed, front headlights, interior lights and service buttons were always on. Also, after two summers of heat the ac controls, stereo buttons and auto windows had blistering and then peeling. Looks like a pos! Still drives fair considering the electrical system is out of whack. Last time I will buy new - over rated, definitely last time buying VW. Best car ever was Lexxus. **Note: the guy still driving his 2001 with 185,000 miles plus. Buy new VW & good luck.
Do NOT Buy this Car from Anyone
Marissa Ketchum, 03/14/2015
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car has problems left and right. I bought it used from a dealership about 3 years ago. The transmission has been going bad for about a year now. I'm surprised it has lasted that long driving with a bad tranny. The bad tranny makes it constantly slip and clunk. It slips in between every single gear change and sometimes even slips when it isn't changing gears! Tried replacing the valve body and that did not help at all. It's completely unreliable and the worst car I've ever owned. I expected so much more from a VW. Now, the fuel pump has broken so it doesn't start. Save your time and money and do not buy this year Passat.
Tryuwillike
lovingit, 10/24/2006
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love this car. I have previously owned three Honda Accords and one Lexus IS 250 (a waste of money). I decided on the Passat because of its interior comfort,size, features, performance, and design. The only issues I have experienced are not due to the vehicle, but the dealership. The car had 600 mystery miles on it when new. I later realized my black car had a blue bumper which was repaired by the dealership. The chrome around the windows was also tarnished and the paint has imperfections. I would challenge anyone looking for a new vehicle in this range to try the Passat. What an incredible vehicle for the price. I got mine with Pkg. 1 for $22,500!
Underated Vehichle of the Year
keith, 08/11/2006
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4Motion 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
The car drives like a dream. The interior quality is far above standard. I purchased the fully loaded 3.6 4Motion with Sport Pkg 2 with all the fixins'. It is a low key car that surprises all who dare to doubt. The car competes aggresively with the G35's performance and luxury of the Acura RL.