2005 Volkswagen Passat Overview

Volkswagen Passat

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(3.9) 32 reviews
MSRP: $1,988–$8,064
Body Style: Sedan
Combined MPG: 22-32
Engine: 170-hp, 1.8-liter I-4 (premium)
Drivetrain: Front-wheel Drive
Transmission: 5-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

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By Cars.com Editors

Volkswagen's midsize sedan and wagon went on sale as freshened 2001.5 models. A TDI turbo-diesel engine became available during the 2004 model year.For 2005, Volkswagen has dropped the costly Passat W8 model. Leatherette seating surfaces replace cloth in the GL and GLS models, and the GLS ge... Read Full Report

What We Like

Ride comfort
Quietness
Automatic-transmission response
Seat comfort
Handling and stability

What We Don't Like

Engine noise with turbocharged four-cylinder
Seat-adjustment controls
Diesel-engine performance

Notable Features

Choice of three engines
Available diesel engine
Available 4Motion AWD
Sedan and wagon body styles
Available stability control

2005 Volkswagen Passat Reviews

Consumer Reviews

3.9

Average based on 32 reviews

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So far, so good!

by Pablo from Pennsylvania on August 31, 2011

Six years and 180,000 miles with out a problem. Granted the vast majority of miles are highway. Overall mpg is 37.5 and taking a trip 40 mpg+ is common. I continually run VW recommended diesel fuel ad... Read Full Review

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