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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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Fastest car I've owned in decades

Super rapid and I still can get over 30mpg on trips. Owned it over 4.5 years, never been in the shop except for tires and a recall.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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The Passat is a great car by VW!

I traded in my 2004 Passat TDI with over 300,000 miles. It was still running great but I was ready to drive something newer. I love the 2012 that I just purchased.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • 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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Great handling for its size

I've had this car for 4 years, and it still drives as good as new. I've never had a problem with it, and would definitely recommend it to anyone.

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

This car has great styling and plenty of legroom in the front and back. It's a head turner and has tons of trunk space.

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Lots of features for the price

So many features for the money. Sun/moon roof, heated seats, blue tooth, power everything. Great legroom front and back. Heating/cooling system for front and back. Feel like I get the amenities of luxury car for fraction of the cost.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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affordable, gas efficient!

compact, safe, gas efficient over all a good daily compact car with style. 4 doors with a decent size trunk for luggages, back seats are roomy. Meets all requirements for a everyday car!

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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love the TDI engine

Awesome combination of value, TDI engine performance, fuel economy, Teutonic design, interior space, and a huge trunk!

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

IIHS top safety pick most years. Solid European feel. It handles great and is fun to drive. The Passat is good on gas. Great value, it is a lot of car for the money.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Super reliable, amazing trunk space, no issues.

This car is very reliable, never an issue with it, runs great in city and highway, saves gas, and is very sharp looking. Versatile, great for a family.

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent Value and efficient car

It was one of the best cars I owned. Very fuel efficient (Diesel model). Ample space. Very comfortable in long rides. Very good experience

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