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Used 2017 Volkswagen Passat Sedan Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Sporty but large enough for comfort

Johnny Mac, 02/22/2019
2017 Volkswagen Passat SEL Premium 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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This is a nice car. It has plenty of room, drives well, the engine picks up speed nicely and is comfortable to drive for long periods of time.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great car

Chale, 03/30/2019
updated 10/03/2022
2017 Volkswagen Passat SEL Premium 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Low entry for tall people, some road surfaces it is noisy for real passengers trying to inter act with front passengers

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2 out of 5 stars

Needs New Engine at 80,000 Miles!

erokeefe, 06/12/2023
2017 Volkswagen Passat SE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Does it make sense? Rewrite to make it flow better. "Purchased vehicle new in 2017. From the beginning there were issues. Road noise was always a problem. Wheel sensors consistently went out (which is not a fun thing when travelling on the interstate at high speed). Carpet on the passenger side pulled up within two years. Went through tires even though I ensured they were rotated. Worst of all, vehicle needs a NEW ENGINE at 81,000 miles!!! All maintenance was kept up on. I have a cousin who had this exact same thing happen to her with the same generation of Passat. I HIGHLY DO NOT recommend this car. I will be selling my Jetta as well now. Never will I buy a Volkswagen again."

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5 out of 5 stars

Best value, feature rich and luxurious

Rajat, 04/13/2018
2017 Volkswagen Passat SEL Premium 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

It is best in class and max value for money. Just need to focus more on brand building from reliability POV.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great car for the money

S TATE, 12/04/2018
2017 Volkswagen Passat SE w/Technology 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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You get a great car by not following the herd to crossovers and other gimmicks.

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