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2003 Volkswagen Passat consumer reviews

$21,750–$22,825 MSRP range
side view of 2003 Passat Volkswagen
(76 reviews)
71% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.2
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.6
  • Exterior 4.2
  • Reliability 3.5
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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!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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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.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I have ever owned

I love my Passat all 120,000 miles of her. Her handling will put any Non German made cars to shame. Everyone should drive a Volkswagen our roads would be safer

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love my 2003 passat use correct oil

I have a 2003 passat with 110000 miles and love every minute.Feels live driving a smooth tank with speed.You must change the oil and use full synthetic 0-40then you wont get the sludhe build up and do the work yourself .Not that difficult.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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A GEM!

I've loved this car! I hand chose it- exterior and interior colors- and it's been a pleasure to own and drive. Never had any trouble whatsoever- incredibly dependable!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car

Great car for daily driving. Does it purist of getting you around. The awd version is good. Could be better on gas. But great other wise

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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I like to much the vw Passat

This is the car I like they have 8 cil. Motor very special car for me.in the past I have in 4 cylinder, 6 cylinder and now I gone but the 8 col.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Built like a tank, very safe. Saved my life once.

Very well made, reliable, handles very very nice , tough as nails and durable. Towed family trailer for years without issue.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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My Favorite Car

I loved this car. The performance and engineering were superb and the comfort, security, and safety were top notch. Only problem was that the level of maintenance required was more than I could provide. If you are a very detail oriented do-it-yourselfer or don't mind paying the dealership to do the regular maintenance then this car could be good for you. Also - there is a huge difference between this car and non-northern european cars in terms of winter comfort, handling in icy or snowy weather, and general safety in bad weather, You can really tell this car was designed by people living in a snowy/icy climate.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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very reliable car

Strong engine and transmission. Never had problem. I had 2003 model and I recommend passat to my cousin also.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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