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2012 Volkswagen Passat consumer reviews

$20,590–$22,690 MSRP range
side view of 2012 Passat Volkswagen
(137 reviews)
96% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.7
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Great Car.

This car meets all my needs. I I totally wanted an SUV but I settled on this for budget reasons and I am glad I did cause this car is amazing.

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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Great gas mileage

Great car. I did purchase this car used. I couldn't believe the dealers pricing,warranty, and above all the interior and exterior of the vehicle. It was in great shape..

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • 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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Solid, reliable car - beware maintenance costs

Rock solid car. Very reliable performance. Elegant, ergonomic design. The only downside is that Volkswagen maintenance can be significantly more expensive compared to similar American, Japanese, and Korean models.

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

Just purchased, but took a 400 mile road trip on less than a tank of gas and loved it. Smooth ride, good gas mileage, and fun to drive.

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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Most reliable car I’ve owned.

I’m the second owner. It looks like new. I really need a truck because I work in construction. It has an nice wing spoiler and tinted windows it Look so great.

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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2.5 litre 5 cylinder not very powerful

I purchased this Passat shortly after they came out. When they put the turbo motor in about a year later it became a much better car. Other than being down on power it has been a great vehicle. In 50,000 miles I have never had to add a drop of oil other than the regular oil changes.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Decent so far

Bought this Passat to compliment SUV and a van I have. Car has decent touch of luxury and lots of advanced options considering year. Being a TDI with only 140 listed HP I was skeptical. It isn’t a race car, but has enough Torque to merge and pass with confidence. I drove 50 miles from dealership to home and the gas dial didn’t budge. The interior is posh enough and the upgraded sound system is solid.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Safe and reliable car brought for my daughter

Handles great even in bad weather. Drives well in snow and rain. Very comfortable and safe. My daighter loved it but she has inherited her grandmothers car so no longer needs it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent on gas and super reliable!!

Awesome car for the money. Great on gas and very stylish. Super reliable and very easy to maintain. I bought this car used but glad I went with the gas engine.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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It has 130,000 miles and my dash lights are lit up

This vehicle is for a woman the man has to stretch to get inside when inside it's okay like I said it's a woman's car she loves it

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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