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  • 4dr Sdn GL Manual
    Avg. price
    $4,882
    MPG
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Wgn GL Manual
    Avg. price
    $4,882
    MPG
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn GL Auto
    Avg. price
    $4,882
    MPG
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn GLS Manual
    Avg. price
    $5,142
    MPG
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Wgn GL Auto
    Avg. price
    $4,882
    MPG
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Wgn GLS Manual
    Avg. price
    $5,142
    MPG
    22 City / 31 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn GLS Auto
    Avg. price
    $5,142
    MPG
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Wgn GLS Auto
    Avg. price
    $5,142
    MPG
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas I4
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn GLS V6 Manual
    MPG
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Wgn GLS V6 Manual
    MPG
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn GLS V6 Auto
    MPG
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Wgn GLS V6 Auto
    MPG
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn GLX V6 Manual
    MPG
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Wgn GLX V6 Manual
    MPG
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn GLX V6 Auto
    Avg. price
    $5,349
    MPG
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Wgn GLX V6 Auto
    Avg. price
    $5,195
    MPG
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn GLX V6 4MOTION Auto
    MPG
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Wgn GLX V6 4MOTION Auto
    MPG
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn W8 4MOTION Auto
    Avg. price
    $5,195
    MPG
    18 City / 25 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas W8
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Wgn W8 4MOTION Auto
    Avg. price
    $5,195
    MPG
    18 City / 25 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas W8
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn W8 4MOTION 6-spd Manual
    Avg. price
    $5,195
    MPG
    17 City / 24 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas W8
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Wgn W8 4MOTION 6-spd Manual
    Avg. price
    $5,195
    MPG
    17 City / 24 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    5
    Engine
    Gas W8
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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Safety review

Based on the 2003 Volkswagen Passat base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
Frontal passenger
Nhtsa rollover rating
Side driver
Side rear passenger

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years / 50,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Within current or previous six (6) model years and have no more than 75,000 miles (BEV and gasoline vehicles)
Basic
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Dealer certification
100-plus point inspection
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Consumer reviews

71% of drivers recommend this car
Based on 76 reviews
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Comfort
4.4
Interior
4.2
Performance
4.0
Value
3.6
Exterior
4.2
Reliability
3.5

Most recent

  • By Jules from Madison, WI
    Owns this car
    October 18, 2022

    Fun car

    Bought this from a used car place 7 years ago and it had no issues. I'm somewhat mechanically inclined so over the years I was able to fix things here and there. Asked a few friends for help on occasion. The past year I've changed a lot of parts but the car is almost 20 years old and 175k miles on it. Changing some parts are very tricky, but I've avoided the dealership or paying someone all this time. No rust on it either and I drive it in snowy weather every year. Turbo is so nice, nice and zippy vehicle.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    4.0
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  • By ajbcars from NY
    Used to own this car
    July 16, 2022

    Garbage for sure

    Worst car I have ever owned. It was always at the dealership. It was a 2002 W8 and when I bout it, it had 22K on it. Nothing but problems. Everything you can imagine went wrong with the car and when it had 100K the motor went. Car was maintained by dealership with all required maintenance and it has to be service by a W8 certified mechanic.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0
    Interior
    3.0
    Performance
    3.0
    Value
    3.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    2.0
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  • By Mark P from LaPorte, IN
    Test drove this car
    October 7, 2020

    Thinking of buying one. Like the handling on test

    I'm considering buying a 2003 Passat with 74K miles, for the price-point/budget. The engine looks clean, the interior & exterior are in pretty good shape for the year, no visible rust. Gonna have a mechanic look at it tomorrow. I've read about sludge & maintenance cost
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    3.0
    Exterior
    4.0
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  • By AloveNC from Huntersville NC
    Owns this car
    November 11, 2019

    Very fun car to drive, just needs a new battery.

    Clean title, clean car, rarely drove the car, bought as second car and never really had time to drive it. Needs a new battery. Car starts up everytime with new battery.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    4.0
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  • By Pal from Patterson CA
    Owns this car
    September 23, 2019

    Had alot of trouble with it. dont feel safe!

    Disappointed in the issues Im having with the car. several recalls for my year of car. Im 5'9" and its hard to get in and out of the car. too low to the ground.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort
    2.0
    Interior
    3.0
    Performance
    3.0
    Value
    1.0
    Exterior
    3.0
    Reliability
    1.0
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  • By RealFtball from Macomb, IL
    Owns this car
    April 2, 2019

    One of best VW ever built

    Great legroom, great trunk capacity (who needs a gas-guzzling SUV) and some of the most comfortable bucket seats in the business. If you never drove a VW, then you should try one sometime. This car has excellent power and cornering ability, and the 4Motion system (or Quattro in the Audi) is the best on the market, bar none. The only drawback for me - in this day and age the fuel economy is surpassed by more modern cars. With oil prices increasing again (nobody taking "credit" for the increase?) I need to let it go.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    4.0
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  • By Andrew from Ridgefield
    Owns this car
    March 22, 2019

    very comfortable and fun

    this car was great for what I needed in a daily driver, drives super smooth and is very comfortable to ride in. Quiet but surprisingly fast and fun.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    3.0
    Reliability
    3.0
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  • By John77loverbear from San Leandro, CA
    Owns this car
    January 2, 2019

    Most comfortable, reliable car I have ever owned.

    Most comfortable, reliable car I have ever owned. I would definitely recommend this model to anyone, especially someone that wants a comfortable, luxury, all wheel drive vehicle.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Jada42456 from Concord, ca
    Owns this car
    September 25, 2018

    Best car with 5 star safety features. Its great

    This car has been my favorite of all. It reliable, comfortable, stylish doesnt look like a granny station. The stero is great, sunroof,heayed seats, I could go on I've owned m A car since 16 now 60. Its handles wonderful, g Excellent get up and go if you get in a jam. Cant say enough.LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT. AND ITS EXTRA SAVE. ITS German !!!!!! H Only one small. Thing v6 not the best gas. Ut a lot lot worst out there im sure
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Dawn hd from Grantville, Pa
    Owns this car
    August 24, 2018

    Love my Volkswagen Passat wagon. So much room .

    I bought my Passat wagon in 2011. I've had it for 7 years now. I absolutely love the 4motion. I've gone through snow that pickup trucks got stuck in. I live on top of a mountain and have never had a problem getting up. There is so much room in the back I use it like a truck. There is plenty of leg room both in front and in back. The gas mileage isn't too bad...about 22mpg city and 26 hwy. Only problem I have is the darn engine light keeps coming on. It drives awesome though.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    4.0
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  • By Bella J from Tacoma
    Owns this car
    July 12, 2018

    Fun car to drive

    I live this little car. No longer need a family size vehicle so for just me it's perfect. The engine is strong for being 15 yrs old. It still has the power as if it were new. Great car!!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By jagriffin2 from Chicago, Il
    Owns this car
    July 7, 2018

    Fantastic, fully loaded car!

    This car just won't quit! If it was not so old it would run forever. I can not wait to test drive a 2018 VW Passat.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2003 Volkswagen Passat?

The 2003 Volkswagen Passat is available in 4 trim levels:

  • GL (4 styles)
  • GLS (8 styles)
  • GLX (6 styles)
  • W8 (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2003 Volkswagen Passat?

The 2003 Volkswagen Passat offers up to 22 MPG in city driving and 31 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2003 Volkswagen Passat reliable?

The 2003 Volkswagen Passat has an average reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2003 Volkswagen Passat owners.

Is the 2003 Volkswagen Passat a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2003 Volkswagen Passat. 71.1% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

3.9 / 5
Based on 76 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.2
  • Performance: 4.0
  • Value: 3.6
  • Exterior: 4.2
  • Reliability: 3.5

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