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2018 Passat SE w/Technology package
UPDATE: 05/18/2021 - 19501 miles. mpg City is 27.9 UPDATE :11/18/2020 - 15,876 miles. mpg City is 27.5 overall. UPDATE: 05/18/2020 - 12,436 miles and my City MPG is 27.1 overall, Highway is 35.8. Still enjoy my Paasat very much UPDATE: 05/17/2019 - Still like this PASSAT very much. MPG increased with summer blend gasoline. For my driving needs, I wouldn't change any of my 5 star ratings. And with the 6 year / 72 mo. TRANSFERRABLE Warranty, it's a WINNER. UPDATE: 11/17/2018 - Gas MPG dropped because of winter grade Gasoline. Regarding my ratings, I would not change a thing. Still a 5 Star vehicle to me. UPDATE: 11/17/2019 - I do mostly CITY driving, little Highway driving. As of today, 18 months, overall MPG is 26.6. Still a 5 Star rating. I only have 614 miles on my Passat SE w/Tech so far. 1st tankful got 27.1 mpg city. Haven't taken highway trip yet. I owned a 2004 JETTA TDI for 3 years w/6 speed manual transmission. Averaged 38 mpg/Diesel city & 54 mpg/highway. Handled extremely well taking curves, shifting gears. VW German engineering hasn't changed. The past 6 years, I leased a BMW 328iX, then a 2016 Ford Fusion Titanium. When it came time to research & test drive other vehicles, Hyundai Sonata, Subaru Legacy, Honda Accord, I then turned to VW because of VW's 6 year/72,000 mile (transferable) warranty. After test driving the Passat SE w/tech, there was no doubt and I purchased the Passat. The Dealer I chose was after dealing with 3 VW Dealerships. I purchased from my 4th VW dealership because of their many 5 star Customer YELP ratings, and having purchased New & pre-owned vehicles the past 57 years, I had the most pleasant transaction with this 4th VW Dealer, also gave them a 5 Star YELP rating, in addition to the other 3 VW Dealers couldn't beat their price. I enjoy driving my 2018 Passat, and being retired, the 614 miles are all pleasure driving. I can't say anything negative about this Sedan.
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VW Passat for a Golfer
One of the things about the 2018 VW Passat that sold me on the car was the size and space of the rear trunk. The trunk space on the Passat is 15.9 cu. ft. I was going to to buy a Cadillac ATS or a Mercedes C330 however on both cars I could barely get 2 sets of golf clubs in the trunk. Even though they did fit there was no room for anything else. I was able to easily put 2 sets of golf clubs in the trunk of the Passat and still have ample room for a couple of overnight suitcases, golf shoes and a few other things. I know not everyone is a golfer, but this just illustrates the roominess of the trunk. With the size of the trunk you would think that the size of the interior would be compromised and smaller. This is definitely not true. The interior, especially the rear seats, are very comfortable for adults. The icing on the cake is the exterior appearance of the car. It is very sharp and contemporary. My 16 year old granddaughter summed it up when she said it didn't look like an "old persons car".
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- SE R-Line SedanMSRP: $17,945110 mi away
- Wolfsburg Edition SedanMSRP: $16,99830 mi away
- Wolfsburg Edition SedanMSRP: $13,49594 mi away
Great family car that won’t break the bank
No, it’s not a BMW, Audi, or Porsche (although some reviewers think it should be though). The Passat is comfortable, easy (and sometimes fun) to drive, reliable, and affordable (compared to the Japanese competition). Positives: It has plenty of rear seat leg room and a spacious trunk (way more than my 2010 Honda Accord had). Controls are accessible and easy to use. The display screen is I guess smaller than others but I really don’t want a 15” laptop screen sitting on my dashboard so it works for me. The seating is very comfortable and supportive. Steering is responsive and the car is very maneuverable. In sport mode or manual tiptronic mode, the car can perform well off the starting line and accelerates smoothly. The warranty is also excellent. Road noise is a bit pronounced on highways but surface quality has a lot to do with that (I also suspect a change in tires will fix this when I’m ready for a new set). The transmission is a bit jerky at slow stop and go speeds due to the gas-saving 6 speed transmission. I have also experienced strange issues with Apple CarPlay but using an actual Apple USB cable fixed that. All said, I’m happy with my Passat and look forward to driving it as our family car for years to come.
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Good Car - Good Price Updated Dec 2020 - Keeper!
Moved from Jetta to Passat to have a larger car - checked out a number of alternatives - Accord, Camry, A4, Fusion, S60 - decided that for the negotiated price this worked well. Limited edition - only made in 2018. Sticker about $32K - sale price about $24.5K. Cons - Small infotainment screen - gauge cluster screen black and white with lower quality graphics. Gas mileage equals the sticker - averaging about 31 mpg highway and about 23 city - though uses REGULAR fuel!). A/C is adequate in the South but not an overpowering system (fan speed wise). Nice heated seats. Pros - comfortable - roomy - leatherette easy to clean. Finishes are nice (VW gets dinged for low budget finishes, but this car is finished comparably to others listed above except Audi and Volvo. Very bright LED headlights - good brakes - firmer handling than regular Passat. Strong acceleration from normally aspirated 3.6l engine. Heated seats work well - defroster(s) work quickly. Be careful in Sport mode - really needs all wheel drive with so much power going to front wheels. Hold the wheel tight and moderate your gas pedal - either from standing start or when overtaking. Huge trunk - lots of room to put everything. Nice center storage bin. Have put 30,000+ miles on car in two years with no issues at all so very confident in car going forward. Appreciate 6 year / 72K mile warranty. Would buy this car again but I actually think this one is a keeper long term!
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Still loving it - Wonderful car and great value
I've owned my 2019 VW Passat Wolfsburg Edition for more than six months and I am still loving it. It is a wonderful car. It is exceptionally roomy, responsive and agile to drive, and a tremendous value. The included active safety features (blind spot monitor, rear cross-traffic monitor and back up camera) greatly increase safety. It has an elegant, yet understated and conservative appearance which I prefer in a car. Contrary to some reviews I have read, I do not find this car to be any noisier than other similarly priced and sized vehicles. Indeed, it is quieter than many similarly priced cars. It's a great car for the price!
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Last One
This car represents the last revision of the current body style before the introduction of the significantly updated 2020 model. As a result, VW felt it necessary to prune down the model lineup for 2019 in preparation for the new look. I didn't mind, as there are better deals on outgoing models at the end of the model year. Mine was the last 2019 Passat that the dealer had in stock, and luckily it was a color I liked. I previously owned a 2012 Passat and really loved its timeless elegant styling, spacious cabin, large trunk, quiet ride and competent handling. My lease on a SUV was ending so I thought I would give the Wolfsburg Edition with the Sunroof and Tire/Wheel Package a look. The test drive felt like wearing a comfortable old pair of shoes. It had excellent acceleration, a quiet ride and the EPA fuel efficiency looked excellent. The new technology added to the Passat since my 2012 was an added bonus. I'm very pleased with the car!
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Oh What a Ride
Beautiful car , wonderful smooth ride and awesome safety features. The technology is unmatched and the look is elegant and timeless.
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Passat 2018
Transmission has a hesitation when driving slow and shifting from 1st to 2nd.
Great value and fun to drive
After my first 1000 miles I am convinced this was by far the best car for the money. The R-Line styling stands out and looks so much better than the competition. Pricing was incredible between incentives, a little haggling and even considering a few dealer add ons my drive out number including tax and tag was 85% of MSRP. Base tech features are great and safety-tech features are standard. The warranty 6yrs/72K can't be touched in the class. Yes, the styling is a little dated but honestly the car stands out in comparison to the competition which all look the same. Driving experience is good. Quick off the line with a little lag when accelerating around 60 but brakes are very strong. Steers flat with little lean - this may be to the credit of the standard 19" wheels.
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Subtly beautiful
Bought this car as a replacement for my Honda Accord which replaced the Toyota Camry I had before. As you can tell I have moderate experience with family sedans. Before I bought this car I made a point to drive all the major brands and best selling vehicles as is the norm. I really enjoyed the way the accord drove but with all the issues Honda is was having with its 1.5 I decided to pass. The modern Camry, did not fit me at all no matter how I tried to adjust the seat. Not to mention the ridiculous front leaning head rest. When I drove the Passat, everything seemed just right in the world. No crazy swoopy boy racer plastics, a nice clean easily accessed and understandable interior, and of course the solid nice feeling while driving. I now have 17k miles on my Passat R. I average a little over 31mpg. Other than oil changes and tire rotations, nothing else to complain about. The vehicle still looks as good as it did the first day I brought it home. Its held up well to triple digit heat and the mouldings trim haven't yet experienced any of fade commonly found here in the southwest Mojave desert. It's still quiet and smooth as well. My only complaint. I wish this vehicle had about 20 more horsepower. It's a large vehicle. It's not going to be a economical vehicle of any noteworthy extreme. I just wish VW gave us the same powerplant in the Tiguan at the very least. I'm not asking for GTI or Arteon level performance, but for a car that looks this nice, a little oomph would be much appreciated. Other than VW hit a homerun and I wouldn't change anything else.
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Get the GT
Tested Camry SE, Accord GT, and Passat GT. Camry and Accord had way too many "distractions" in interior. If you like basic interior for what you need to "drive" and don't like excessive lights and buttons you'll LOVE this Passat GT. The V6 may be last one they ever make. The throaty exhaust gives you the feel of "sport" while the handling and ride quality are great. LOTS of room in back seat. I am 6'2" 260 and can sit very comfortably. Trunk is huge as well. If you can find a used one near you I highly recommend you test driving one before you buy a Camry or Accord. Also the 2018 model gets great warranty.
Great Car, I have absolutely no complains
I love my 2019 Passat Wolfsburg Edition. It drives and handles prefect. On the Highway, I don’t have loud noises. It’s a very pleased ride. Why don’t you see a VW Dealer and take him on the highway. Maybe something wrong with the door gaskets .... ? If I compare the ride on the highway with the 2017 Subaru Outback from my Wife, that’s a lot more wind noise, engine noise. Don’t get me wrong, I like the Subaru, I just what to mention it. Test ride the car and see for yourself. I would buy one anytime again and would recommend it to friends and family.
Great car, but not perfect
Really good looking car, comfortable, great safety features, good gas mileage, cool amenities and accessories. To echo some of the other reviews, there is hesitation in the lower gears and brakes slide some near the end of a stop. I prefer the look of the R-Line over the SE and SEL. With the options on the R-Line, I think it is the best bang for your buck out of the Passat models.
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Disappointed
I wanted to like this car, in fact I do like the car for its looks and room. Unfortunately, it just isn't what I expected. I do realize I am coming from a midsize GM sedan but I just don't see how VW sells these things with such high ratings. First off, mine came with Bridgestone tires, one of 4 different tires VW uses on these cars. Tire Rack rates these as the lowest of all OEM tires. They are terribly loud and create a lot of noise on the highway while sending vibration back into the steering wheel.. The Continental tires which are on some of these Passats are highly rated. Second is the engine transmission combo. The engine has plenty of pep but I find that the tranny never is feeling the right shift point whether in regular or sport mode. Lastly which is what will make me sell this car before I finish paying it off is the way it surges after a stop. For some reason after a full stop, when I release my foot off the brake and before I can get to the gas pedal, the car jumps forward. The dealer tells me that is the way these cars are. It has to do with the clutch releasing or the turbo or something. It doesn't make sense to me and it is the most unsettling thing. Also, and this is just me, I always have bought black cars. Now maybe because this just recently was produced but the clear coat scratches unbelievably easy. I mean if I see a water spot or something on the paint and I swipe the spot ever so gently with my finger or cloth, the clear coat will get spider lines in it. I'm hoping the clear just has to cure and this will stop. So I'm not bashing VW as plenty of people go gaga over these Passats, its just not for me.
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Be cautious
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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Had this one a month and love it. My 6th VW over over 45 years and it has been fantastic. Comfortable yet fun to drive.
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Good grief, Charlie Brown...
This past November/December/January my car spent 46-days in the repair bay of my dealership's service department. When the exterior temperature dropped below 50 degrees the only door I could unlock was the driver's door; the three passenger doors would not unlock, the trunk would not open (regardless of using the key fob, foot kick or interior release button), the windshield washer was inoperable; and I could not put gas in the car because the gas fuel filler cover would not unlock. I was in a remote area of Colorado when these issues first happened. I was extremely unhappy and inconcenienced because the Rocky Mountain Range was in front of me and an empty gas tank staring back at me in MY BRAND NEW CAR. I had to wait until the temperature rose above 50 degrees to refuel my car. I phoned VW and was told they'd never heard of such issues and they had no idea how to fix my problem and not much sympathy. The navigation system is balky and antiquated; the interior door panels vibrate when the sound system is turned up beyond a very low level, and sometimes the only thing the infotainment screen will show is the VW emblem then, for no apparent reason, the navigation screen will appear. I HATE AND DO NOT TRUST THIS CAR.
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Looking for a classic American sedan? This is it.
I've now owned my 2018 VW Passat SE for about a year-and-a-half and 18,000 miles. I can say that for the most part, the Edmunds review is correct. If you want a conservatively-styled sedan with lots of space for not much money, this is it. Those who still like the simple, clean styling and interior of older American sedans will appreciate this car. PROS: This car excels as a highway cruiser. It is roomy, quiet, rides smoothly, and gets excellent fuel economy. I'm getting about 36 mpg average with mostly highway driving at interstate speeds, which is remarkable for such a large car. If your primary driving is long highway slogs, this is a great choice. The back seat and trunk are very large. We can easily install my daughter's car seat in the rear without the need to move either front seat forward. The trunk can easily swallow a week's worth of luggage and baby equipment. The SD card slot is great for playing my personal music collection on long journeys. And I like that Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both included, since my car does not have navigation. CONS: I disagree with Edmunds in that I don't find the 2.0L turbo engine to be particularly powerful. When merging onto an interstate, I sometimes find myself wanting more. Every other manufacturer gets 200 to 260 horsepower out of their turbocharged 2.0L engines - why does this engine only make 174 horsepower? The transmission gear ratios and calibration sometimes drive me crazy. 1st gear is incredibly low to give the sensation of brisk acceleration. So, when you leave a stop sign, you accelerate briskly for about 10 feet (literally) and then feel a long pause in power delivery half-way through the intersection as the car changes gears into 2nd. The transmission "Sport" mode helps, but I find that it then winds the engine out too far before shifting. Somewhere in between the standard and "sport" modes would be perfect. I also think the one important thing missing from the SE trim level is an auto dimming mirror - I miss that feature, especially with all of the SUV's and trucks that shine their headlights into my rear windwo. I have had a few problems with the infotainment system "locking up" when connecting/disconnecting to my older iPhone - I had to completely shut-off the car and wait for 20 seconds to restart before the system would reboot. I haven't noticed these problems with my newer Android based phone. Overall cost of ownership has been low - only things so far have been gas and one oil change/tire rotation. In summary, if you are looking for a large, comfy highway cruiser that offers a large amount of space for not much money, this is a good choice. If true "German handling" and power are important to you, there are better choices.
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My first VW cont...
Hey guys, I'm back after driving my Passat for a week now. I left a review when I had the car for 2 days. I still LOVE my car. Everyday I find something new. Like yesterday I discovered the back seats fold down. I can fit my kids 6ft kayak right in the trunk and slide it to the front seat! lol. But I wanted to mention the safety features. None of my other cars have been this technologically safe. So I knew it had sensors on the sides, because the side mirror will light up when there's a car next to me in the blind spot. But what I found out a couple days ago is, if cars are stopped in front of me and I haven't hit the break yet, my car sensors in front will make my car beep loud to alert me to break. Super cool. This car is my favorite car so far. It's so nice inside. The speakers are awesome too. My music sounds so good! Also, I wanted to mention that I went back online to Edmunds, and Cargurs to look for other cars with the same mileage I bought my Passat for and in the same price range, just to make sure I got a good deal. So with 10,000 miles or less and for $18,500 and my car's year or newer, the only cars I could afford were small sedans like Nissan Sentras, Camery Corollas. Those cars a WAY too small for me. I just traded in my Impala for the Passat. So I was downsizing, but the Passt seems to have the same room inside. I was definitely not going to get a tiny car. So basically the VW Passat's value was the best. The Passat was the only midsize sedan in my price range. And it has leather, and 19'' low profile tires, and super sporty.
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It's Not a Lexus
Coming off a bad accident in which I totaled my Lexus 350 ES, I was looking for all the safety features I could get, and the VW Passat had them. It seems to be a strong, reliable vehicle, but I've only had it for three weeks. Gas mileage is great.The brakes grab quickly, so you have to get used to them. I'm still learning all the bells and whistles, but the basics of windshield wipers, lights, gas cap, etc. are easy enough. The ride is very stiff, as in most German cars, which is a big adjustment for me after driving Lexus sedans for 12 years, but it's a fun ride. So far I'm pleased with the vehicle; ask me again in a year or two.
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Wish I kept my 2015 Passat instead of this 2018
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!!!
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.
Best car to own
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.
This car is loud!
I wish I had driven this at highway speed before purchasing. The road noise inside the cabin is just terrible. To the point where after just 600 miles I want to trade the car in for something else. The engine is also loud. Radio sounds tinny and controls are cheap plastic. Wish I hadn't gone down this road.
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Road noise unacceptable
My 2019 Passat is unacceptably noisey in the cabin
Fun to drive, better than C300
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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Passat GT Excellent Value and Overall Capable
Excellent larger than mid-size, lots of room and nicely equipped. 2018 Passat GT has classic design, smooth lines, and powerful V6 engine that growls. Solid power-punch and go. Sunroof, 19in wheels, and upgraded design cues make it sporty. Since 2018 was the only year, the style stands out now years later. The model year also comes with a factory 6yr/72k mile bumper to bumper warranty. No significant maintenance issues this far but the warranty is there if needed. With a used price of just $23k in 2019 w/10k miles, it is easily the best value of anything on the road today.
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Good overall but needs a refresh terrible in snow!
This is my 2nd Passat and my 3rd VW. The ride is smooth and the mileage is very good. I average 29 MPG combined. The 2.0 is not as responsive as the 1.8L I had in my previous Passat and the transmission in this one is sluggish. It always seems to be searching for the right gear. I'm not a big Tech guy and this car offers far less in the way of safety features and technology than it's competitors. Still, it has several of the features I wanted offering Bluetooth, Apple car play, a decent size touchscreen (which is very responsive and always works), heated seats, remote unlock and a backup camera. The ride is smooth however, the front seats are large and very uncomfortable for shorter drivers. I'm 5'-6" and the edge of the drivers seat is constantly poking me in the back of my leg. This makes for a very uncomfortable ride, especially on long drives. Taller people will be extremely comfortable in these seats. As much as I like this car, if I had it to do over again I wouldn't buy it. In fact, I have owned it for about 18 months and I am going to trade it for something else. I really wish it had AWD, remote start and more comfortable (shorter) seats. This car is THE worst vehicle I have ever owned when it comes to driving in the snow!! I know what you are thinking, "just buy winter tires". It's not just the tires. The main issue is that you can't turn off the traction control system and when you try to pick up speed to go up a hill and the wheels spin a bit, the revs are limited and traction control kicks in which actually prevents the car from gaining momentum. Most other cars allow you to turn off the traction control but not this one. My last complaint would be the positioning of the backup camera. It's mounted right under the lip of the trunk and when it rains the water drips off of the trunk and on to the camera making it impossible to see when backing up. My recommendation is to make sure you take a good long test drive before you buy this vehicle. The ride and the MPG are great but you need to determine for yourself if the engine/transmission combination and the seats feel right to you. I will also add that at the 33,000 mile mark I have had no issues whatsoever with this car. I am meticulous about maintenance and getting it serviced regularly and I don't drive it hard so I'm guessing those things all help. However, I will be looking for an AWD vehicle with remote start and more comfortable seats in the next few weeks.
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Passat GT
This car is extremely reliable and spacious with added luxury detailing that the passat’s are known for with the added sporty GT trim and the speedy V6 engine this car has the best of both worlds
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My second NEW Passat SE and my forth late model VW
Passat SE is NO WAY a better or even equal car to my last Passat SE. Engine is UNDER POWERED and VERY noisy. Transmission seems to slip ofter and dealer says it's normal. I regret buying a later model and not keeping my old one.
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Fantastic deals to be had
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
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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Great Car for the money!
Perfect car, only fault is no memory seats/mirrors,or cool seats!
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First VW - Not the last
Roomy interior, huge trunk, MPG better than estimated. Smooth/quiet ride. Now after 3 years, still feel the same. The car runs flawless, gas mileage 30/40/35 city/hwy/comb. Can't give it up. Very classy looking in black w/gray interior.
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Issues after issues
I’ve had the car maybe a year now maybe a little more. I’ve had electrical issues since week one. First the rear windows would go up close then go back down on their own. Then on the highway the car lost power and went into limp mode. Holding 40 mph for no reason. I had to pull over I shut it off and let the car reset. Started again and she was fine. Then did it again. No check engine lights nothing just falling on its face. Dash lights flickering and now today I lost all dash and touch screen. Just black no gauges pulled over and lo and behold fine again. The touch screen seems to always crash, back up cam goes out then is fine, then the touchscreen goes into this like pixelated screen of a mess. Absolutely horrid and don’t feel safe driving it.
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Lemon
Remote start doesn’t work, no current solutions to fix it, navigation system goes dark, very loud ride, you need the music 1/2 way to max in order to drown out the road noise, skip this car folks, it's a lemon
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Comfortable but dangerous
The 2019 Passat is comfortable and rides OK, but you never know what to expect when you accelerate from a stop. When you press on the gas pedal it will either lunge forward and slow, rev up to 5K RPM's in each of the first two gears as it creeps across and intersection, or just sort of noisily rears back and takes off. If you like dangerous surprises when you take off, this drive train is for you. Check this out before you buy or lease.
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WAY too many dumb ass-istants
I am EXTREEMLY disappointed with the above car I purchase almost two months ago. The front dumbass-itants cannot be disabled despite the fact that it is shown on the dash to be disabled, if someone passes me and cuts to close (according to the assistants) in front of me, the car with automatically brakes, If your mother (VW) thinks you're going to fast in a corner it automatically brakes the car NOT NECCESSARY!! This is just a scam to generate revenue for spare parts and service because we all know everyone in Wolfsburg is living in a van down by the river! If the front grill, dumbass-istants get covered with snow the cruise control is INABLED!! Again these are ways for VW to generate $$$$$ for spare parts and service! With regard to the GPS, smoke signals and carrier pigeons are faster and more accurate, VW should put their big boy pants on and install Google maps. I hope I'm wrong but I really believe that their are a lot of employees in Wolfsburg on opioids because you wouldn't design a car to function like this unless you were on narcotics. If you need all of these dumbass-istants you should not be driving a car. I know it snows in Germany. If you're bring a takeout pizza home make sure you put it in the back seat as the sensors think it is a person, not even babies weigh as much as a HUGE (as said by Bernie Sanders) pizza!
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Passat
The interior room, especiallyvback seat, and trunk is great for this size car.
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Over Looked Gem
I am a car freak. Love my 2018 Passat GT V-6. Looks, Engine, Torque, Transmission, Power Curve, Interior, Dash, Brakes, etc. Easy to like because I don't like today's pin ball machines dash design or the modern angular/insect design today's autos Frankly, I love the interior. The only thing I don't like about the car is the suspension. Frankly, it doesn't have one. I like it so much, I put up with the budget basement suspension. I also immediately replaced the Continental tires, worthless in the winter, and replaced them with all season performance tires from General Tire. Remarkable improvement. Traction is not about AWD, but rather tire choice.
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Worst car
I have Volkswagen Passat R Line 2018 odometer 40 000 miles still under warranty bumper to bumper I have EPC light on and lost power when you drive I call Volkswagen dealership service they put me for waiting period for 3 weeks I ask for shottle rental but everyone is rude no one don't like help you they selling new cars with warranty bumper to bumper but if you have problem your warranty don't matter
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So so sad!
I purchased a 2018 Volkswagen Passat r-line 2.0 turbo back in July of 2022. It drove good in the beginning and then January of 23 ( 6 months after purchase) the check engine light comes on. My heart sinks. Mind you this is my first car with my name on the loan that is in my opinion nicer than anything I had ever purchased. 20,000 may not sound like a lot for a car to some people; but it is a lot for me. Definitely don’t need to add on any more bills. So I took it in right away to auto zone to have them read the code on the car ( it was the closest place) and it showed a problem with the fuel emissions system. No other signs or symptoms. The tech at auto zone said that I could probably drive it home and then get it checked out soon. So then EPC light comes on along with a little loss of power on acceleration but when I removed my foot off the gas, it seemed to correct itself. I called the Volkswagen dealership where I purchased the car and told them the problem and made an appointment for the next day to be checked. I asked them if I could drive it in and they said yes just don’t push it, drive gently. I’m bummed but we did purchase the warranty which I think Is 3 years or 36,000 miles. We weee still within that range so warranty was valid. So they take it inside and I go sit in the waiting room. An hour and a half later (was also going to service the car. I had asked for a loaner car to do some errands while I was waiting but they said that they don’t do that unless I had a warranty. Which I had but they weren’t sure if what was wrong was covered under the warranty so I waited there. Long story short they bring me an estimate of $3500 for the work that needs to be done to my car new injectors, new spark plugs, a coolant flush and a few other things. Oh, and a tire pressure sensor light that will not go off and has been on now for quite a while even though my pressure is fine but they weren’t sure if that was actually going to be covered either so I told him not to touch my car and I took it home to my husband. So basically the $4000 warranty I purchased was of no use except to cover a broken oil pan. My husband and his auto body changed all the injectors changed all the spark plugs, coils, all the little extra parts that I don’t know yhe name of, a coolant flush, everything that needed to be fixed they fixed it. And fortunately weigh less than the $3500 they quoted me. Once it was fixed, everything was running great for about a day, and it starts over again. EPC light on loss of power, check engine light. It seems to always run a different code after we’ve fixed whatever code it was that was running before.. We have continued to drive on it which I know is probably not smart, but it’s my only option at the point. In the meantime, my husband has adjusted the spark plugs again and that seem to have made a big difference. It seemed ti be driving perfect for about a week. And then the other day, my check engine light blinks three times as I am accelerating on the highway with mild loss of power. We are at a loss. So yes, I am super super sad because I feel like I have wasted a bunch of money. Wanted to warn people. If anybody else has had this problem and they figured it out please let me know. Thank you.
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My Favorite Car Ever
I've owned 2 Honda's, 2 Mazda's, 2 Subaru's, 1 Infiniti and 3 VW's, and my 2018 VW Passat SEL V6 offers the greatest combination of functionality, performance, reliability and value of any other car I've had. It drives well, offering nice sporty handling in the city, and great performance on the highway. I've averaged about 28mpg overall for the past 3 years, and I frequently get more than 31mpg on the highway. Pretty excellent for a V6 engine that has no problem when I need to merge or pass at high speed. The front seats have plenty of support, and everyone that rides in the back marvels at the amount of legroom. The stereo system sounds great, and the technology package is great as well (Apple Car Play and Google Car Play, Nav system, Fender speakers, Sunroof, Heated front and rear seats, USB ports in the front and rear... and more). But this car also offers an amazing amount of utility and flexibility... the rear seats fold down flat, and I've actually used it to transport moderate amounts of building supplies when I was doing some home projects. The trunk is big enough for several suitcases and a golf bag fits in easily. I'm a little worried about what my next car will be, as VW has stopped manufacturing the Passat for the US market... I'd gladly just buy an updated version of this car if it was available. I hear that they're building a Passat for the UK market as a wagon, and for the Chinese market... I hope that VW will bring it back to the US in the future.
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Point A to B car, lacks decent power though
The main complement I can say it is very comfortable, especially compared to other German sedans. It’s nothing luxurious, but doesn’t cause discomfort either. The car itself is rather bland, no real curve appeal. The body styling could have used a lot more refinement before they put it out. The power is very lacking, especially due to the awful transmission shifting. While it shifts smooth as a champ, the timing is awful it takes a good 3-5 seconds between gears. First to second is the most noticeable, with slight improvements in the higher gears. The touch screen isn’t the best, I’ve used. Overall a very budget feeling in what was supposed to be a higher line car. Overall a nice rides with some quirks.
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Passat, just OK
I have had this vehicle for about 3.5 years. I bought it from a 2nd owner, through a car dealer (vehicle was a Hertz rental unit). I've put about 30K miles on it and this Passat has done well. No major issues. Have done all the maintenance through VW (they make it easy, emailing virtual coupons directly to me for all maintenance - oil changes and tune-ups). The dealer network is plentiful, so they all compete with these emailed coupons. The OEM tires wore well, I just replaced them with the next higher grade 18-inch Continentals. Vehicle still drives smoothly. Although, shifting is a bid more "jerky", especially at cold start, then seems to even out. I have put on the record about the tranny "choppiness" at cold start, just in case there is an issue in the future. The 72K miles/6-year VW warranty is a good one. Haven't had to use it yet. My only gripe I have is an intermittent issue with the radio/CD system. From time to time it just shuts off and takes numerous re-starts to reset the power. Of course, when I take it in to VW, it never manifests this issue. But this too, is on the record for future issues. I got a great deal when I bought it less than a year old. So, this has been a great investment, without having to take it in the shorts for depreciation. I would purchase again but this model/Passat has been obsoleted and no longer offered/available It's kind of restored my faith in the VW product. Edit - 1/22/24 - Still performing well at 51K miles. Transmission still slips intermittently but I still got on my service record, even though VW says this is 'normal'. Radio continues to blank out/inop intermittently, which is more a PITA than anything else. I put new tires/Conti's on it and road noise has lessened a bit. No real issues. I'm averaging just over 30-mpg, mostly highway driving, using regular unleaded. Oil changes have risen to over one-hundred bucks but I wait until they go on sale [VW mails me deals factory oil changes for 80-bucks]. I'd buy this vehicle again, if they made it [VW discontinued this model/Passat in 2021]. Edit - 1/23/25 Now have just over 57K miles on the odo. Still no major issues/problems. Radio still blanks out but only occasionally and then it always resets and comes back on - weird. Tranny also still slips. It's a bit more prevalent in occurrence and sound. I suspect, at some point, I will have an issue - so, to that end, I'm looking to replace this vehicle before my warranty expires [soon]. Just about everything else if fine. I'm still getting around 30mpg, using regular unleaded. One other thing I've noticed, small item, is the 'premium wheels' are delaminating/paint cracking/peeling. Most of this vehicle has performed well but this tranny slip is disconcerting. I think it's a flaw in the mechanism, unfortunately.
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Great car for a great price
Bought the car used with 31k miles and it is still in like new condition. The car rides very smooth and has so much space. I love almost everything about this car, the only thing I would change is to add a little more power. It’s not slow but if it was a little more powerful it would truly be an all around amazing car.
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2019 R-Line SE - Remote Stopped Working
I leased a VW Atlas SEL R-Line in February 2019 and so I was looking a low cost, but fairly well equipped “second car” and something that got great gas mileage. I went with the VW Passat SE R-Line (w/technology package) because of the looks and technology package, and I got it for $24K on sale. It looks and drives great for a car in this price range. You can’t go wrong if you want a low cost German engineered car for under 30K with someone tired looks (but I like the more classic design). I was concerned about the little 2.0L turbo but it has plenty of power. In the first week I put 840 miles on it, mostly on the highway. It delivered 35 MPG at an average speed of 70-75 MPH. I drove 422 miles round trip and still had 140 miles of range. The car seems solid and well built. The interior in simple and laid out well. The R-Line comes standard with the Fender sound system – it sounds awesome. If you love music – loud or not, get the R-Line! My only complaint as of 4/20/19: It is still cold here in my part of Southern Oregon and so the remote start feature is a must. After using the remote start for 2 days with no issues, it decided to stop working on the third day. This seems to only be an issue on the 2019 Passat. If you google this issue, it seems like a new problem with only a few complaints so far. When you try the remote start feature, the engine starts and then it turns off after 1 second. I have tried multiple times with the same result. Others are reporting the same issue. Some claim VW is aware of the issue but there is not fix yet, presumably a software fix. The car goes in on 4/29 and so I will update the post thereafter. I would have given a 5 start rating based on value and performance if the remote start would not have failed 3 days into my ownership.
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More sporty than an Accord
The seating position, interior fit and finish and overall road performance is sportier than an Accord. Can’t beat warranty
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Beware engine failure due to metal shavings
2018 VW passat is a bag full of Lemon garbage! This is the first VW we owned, it will also be the last! $7,000.00 plus repair bill if we have it fixed. We always owned Nissans and never had problems like these. Do not waste your money on a VW!!! It took the dealership over a month to find the issue. Because if the machine can't tell them what the problem is then they are clueless... call themselves mechanics... what a pathetic joke!
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Make sure it has no computer problems and definitely get the warranty because you will need it! Definitely the worse car I have ever bought. Nothing but issues. You fix one and another goes wrong. Not worth the hassle just get something else!