Used 2017 Volkswagen Passat SE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A) Consumer Reviews
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A different experience
Valentino Marshall, Colusa, CA, 03/19/2017
Volkswagen Passat SE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
After owning a 2006 Honda Accord V6 EXL with NAV for the past 5 years I was a little nervous about going with a VW with a 4 cylinder Engine; especially after having my mind set on getting a 14 Accord EXL V6. After about 4 months of research and 1 step in the Passat I knew this was the car for me. The VW Passat, in my opinion, is a totally different experience than what you expect with other brands. The VW Passat is classy, solid and a true drivers car. The 1.8 tsi is peppy and an absolute blast to drive engine; I find myself having a lot more fun than I did driving with my V6. I even got 40 MPG on the freeway going 65 mph with the AC on. The controls are simple to use and everything feels like it's in the right place. The steering wheel is comfortable and doesn't take a long time getting used to. I opted for the lighting package, which takes this car to an Audi level. I get lots of looks during the day thanks to the DRL LED strip. The 3 stage seat warmers are awesome and the seats are pretty comfortable. I am a tall guy and I absolutely love the room in this car, I just turned 26 and wanted to get an "adults" car since I will be owning this car in my 30's. I feel very happy and confident in my decision to buy a new VW Passat. This car is surely to give me many years of reliability and fun. I know VW may have had some issues and people have a bad taste in thier mouth about VW, but I have owned 3 Hondas and it wasn't always as reliable as the perception would lead you to believe. I take great care of my cars and only use dealers. I put shell v power in my cars and do scheduled maintenance on time and still had issues with my accord's. I believe with maintaing my VW as I should it will prove to be just as dependable. If your considering Honda, Toyota, Nissan, etc.. put the Passat SE with lighting on your list. One step in the VW will show you how a car should be built. Plus I got a $28,010 dollar car for $22,500!!! It was a no branienr.
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Simple, Elegance and Comfort
Sam Millare, Colfax, NC, 02/06/2017
Volkswagen Passat SE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Roomy, simple design (inside and out), the quietness of the cabin, friendly user interface (very straight forward for all the controls), the backseat is really spacious (with air vents and USB charging ports), so as the trunk, the back seat is foldable to give an extra storage for more items.. The 1.8T base engine is powerful enough for a long drive or just on a day to day driving to work. Though the gas mileage isn't the greatest compared to any mid-size sedan on the market. Comes with all the safety features, the steering is smooth as well. The acceleration is kind of odd. But overall, I like my VW Passat. Simple yet elegant design.
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Sweet driving car
Pe'pe Guitarez, Snellville, GA, 05/22/2017
Volkswagen Passat SE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Turned in my 2013 diesel TDI SE pursuant to the emissions fraud settlement and bought a gas powered 2017 SE 4cyl. with the proceeds. Sweet riding and driving car. Well put together. If you liked the 2012-2016 Passat you will feel at home with the 2017 model. Not many changes. The gas powered Passat doesn't have the torqued up feel of the diesel version. The engine and transmission don't break speed down hill like the diesel version did. Consequently, I anticipate that it will burn brakes faster than the earlier diesel versions. The standard 4cyl. 1.8 turbo powered engine has plenty of get up and go. However, fuel economy is nowhere close to the earlier diesel versions. Unlike the diesel versions that got great mileage all the time, mileage on the gas powered 2017 Passat tends to run in two modes: low to mid 20s in town and mid to high 30s on the interstate. Not much in between. However, I think 40 mpg is possible on a long trip if the gasoline powered car is driven properly. My diesel TDI routinely got over 50 mpg on long trips. VW decided to reduce the vertical opening of the front door entry way by about 1". That was a terrible mistake. It may make the car look sportier but it makes it more difficult to get in and out of if you are 6'2" tall or more. People don't buy a Passat to be sporty. No free maintenance program comes with this car. It has a large back-up camera and blind spot warning sensors, etc.. Stereo system, Bluetooth and other electronic app functions work great. Same huge trunk. Heated front seats. AC system and controls have been enhanced. LED lighting package is a worthwhile option. I am basically delighted with my 2017 Passat SE. I hope it will prove to be a versatile and maintenance free car over time.
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Love my 2017 Passat SE
Lydia, Wilmington, NC, 03/10/2021
Volkswagen Passat SE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love my Passat great pick up incredible fuel economy smooth ride. I only have two small complaints I’m not thrilled with the comfort of the seats in this car and The output on the air conditioning is not very strong. That’s the only reason I gave it four stars otherwise I would give it five.
Thought about it. Decided no.
Andrew Graham, Cortland, NY, 01/18/2017
Volkswagen Passat SE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 21 people found this review helpful
Worst thing was the lag on take-off. The gearing of the transmission is really not right. The offered models make little sense. If you want the carplay option you have to pay for a sunroof, too! Or get the R which is unavailable. Not to mention how offensive the car sales process remains.
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