Used 2018 Volkswagen Passat R-Line 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A) Consumer Reviews
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Wish I kept my 2015 Passat instead of this 2018
Mark, Attleboro, MA, 03/28/2019
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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Robbie , Lawrenceville, GA, 05/24/2019
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.
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Best car to own
Omis, Arlington Heights, IL, 01/01/2018
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.
Fantastic deals to be had
Bill, Las Vegas, NV, 11/10/2018
Volkswagen Passat R-Line 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought my R line with the LED package for little over $21k out the door. Absolutely terrific deal for what essentially will be my daily work driver. Although with the amount of space and ride quality, it would double as our weekend family trip vehicle as well. Only wished it had vw Wi-Fi hotspot option and more usb charging ports for the kids in back, but as a daily driver it works perfect. It may be made here in the US but its very Teutonic in feel and nature. I've owned plenty of Honda's and Toyotas, their reliability has been generally excellent. The driving of them of them soulless and sterile. The passat does not have that problem. The reliability remains to be seen but it has a 6 year warranty so I'm non too worried. Thanks VW for making an affordable fun daily driver.
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Remote Start Quit Working 9 days after the purchas
KY VW Owner, Atlanta, GA, 03/12/2019
Volkswagen Passat R-Line 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Bought a 2019 VW Passat R-Line for the technology and assist options on 3/2/19. Remote start quit working on 3/11/19. Took it to the dealer on 3/12/19 and they said it is a known issue with an unknown fix. They are hoping the new software update will fix the issue, but they have no idea on when that will be. Pretty disappointed in VW. Also, the remote start (when it did work) starts the vehicle, but is designed to turn off when a door is unlocked / open for theft prevention. Really ? Why not do what all other OEs are doing. Enter the cockpit with a key in your possession and press the start button and the engine keeps running. You cannot shift out of park with out the key. Poor design - horrible engineering on this one.
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