Used 2018 Volkswagen Passat Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Wish I kept my 2015 Passat instead of this 2018
Mark, 03/28/2019
2018 Volkswagen Passat R-Line 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
Leased a 2015 Passat Limited then leased a 2018 RLine Passat. I wish I would have kept the 2015 instead of leasing the Rline 2018. The 2015 Limited had Push Button Start and an analog clock which I really liked. Had to pay more for the 2018, no push button start or clock. Did get 18 inch wheels and low profile performance tires that are nice from a handling stand point but they reduce gas mileage. Ride in the 2015 was softer and more comfortable than the 2018. I hit a raised manhole cover and lost one of the low profile tires. Liked the new radio. Android Auto is great. I released the car because I thought that I would buy it at the end of the lease because of the 6 year warranty. But the engine in this car seams to have less power and is loud and unrefined compared to the 1.8 in the 2015. It sound like it is working too hard for too little power. VW changed the trim levels in 2019 which are a better value for what I would want (higher profile tires available and push button start in the Wolfsburg trim. Although, I was impressed with the old 1.8 the 2.0 is just a dog. Maybe something wrong with mine. I thought the round dial Climate Controls were easier to use in the 2015 than the push button ones in the 2018. The Passat's old design does the job for a car that you can run around town. Also, it is nice to have a car you do not have to lock when you go to the store. It is so plain Jane and no one seams to notice that even thieves walk past it and steal a Camry instead. As I mentioned earlier, the warranty is the big selling point for the car, not the car itself.
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Be super warned with the material of the seats!!!
Sebastian Parr, 09/29/2018
2018 Volkswagen Passat SE w/Technology 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
OK so long story short, I rented this car for a couple of days and when I returned it last night I noticed a small hole was in the Driver seat. I could not believe my eyes,I don't remember seeing it when I hopped on to be honest, but sure as heck i didn't do it. the car has less than 10k miles, I did not abuse it in any way and the thing has a small rip hole already. I'm really displeased with the car on that part, The interior is the cheapest and it really is a shame because the car could have potential but VW really cheaped out this time. The inside lights are not LED, the false grain wood feels super out of place. Good things: the car can accelerate, very cold A/C and I really love the way the automatic pilot for long trips work, it makes it a lot easier if you happen to have to do a long trip. Again, be super extra careful with the interior seats as I was inspecting the small rip I can see how it happened, the material is super cheap, I'm not sure how they determine that material was adequate for seating but sure as heck is not.
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Be cautious
Robbie , 05/24/2019
2018 Volkswagen Passat R-Line 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 13 people found this review helpful
While overall this car is very fun to drive it has some quirks that are very very annoying. First off the electronics steering is lifeless. Second it was misaligned from the factory and after two alignments it is still not corrected. The automatic braking and active cruise control cannot be disengaged even though they claim to be disengaged. If you’re going around the corner and there is a car in front of you in the next lane the car will slam on the brakes as if you were about to rear end someone and could potentially cause a crash. This has happened to me three times and I can get the same results consistently now. The interior looks nice but feels cheap, and the seats are horribly uncomfortable. The stereo sounds kind of weird at first but once it’s broken in is very nice. The body role is substantial but it’s still very nimble and quick, but does not have enough traction. The traction control is very jerky also. While it may be one of the best cars for the money I don’t think I would buy another one, My 2004 Passat was 100 times the car this one is.
Best car to own
Omis, 01/01/2018
2018 Volkswagen Passat R-Line 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 13 people found this review helpful
VW Passat R-Line beats all other mid size cars in market. Its German build, quality and technology. No complaints. I love R-Line styling over regular Passats.
Fun to drive, better than C300
Texas mountain laurel, 12/11/2018
2018 Volkswagen Passat SE w/Technology 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Like this car so far, roomy, smooth and quiet on highway, adequate power to accelerate and merge, great highway mpg. Like the exterior and interior design. Wish it comes with home-link. Interior materials could be better.
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