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2016 Volkswagen Passat consumer reviews

$22,440 starting MSRP
side view of 2016 Passat Volkswagen
(91 reviews)
94% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.7
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Roomy car for the money

Runs good, fuel efficient, comfortable, has a lot of back seat space. Expensive to repair, Volkswagen labor charge is 130 an hour

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Beautiful , comfortable and spacious

Excellent gas mileage, reliable, roomy, terrific storage space in the cabin for all passengers, comfortable ride, large trunk, ideal travelling car for salesmen or a family of four, terrific sound system, excellent handling, overall a great functionality and design & utility. Tremendous value for the price.

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 VALUE FOR THE MONEY

PLENTY OF ROOM, GREAT IN GAS, COMFY, AND GOOD LOOKING CAR. OVERALL IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR RELIABLE CAR THIS ONE IS IT.

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 for the money

The vehicle has been a very reliable car. The value for the money is great as well. Sound engine and great rims too. I'd highly recommend this car to anyone looking for a well diced vehicle.

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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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great performance

great quality, very roomy, great acceleration, expensive to maintain and disappointing resale value.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Happy so far

This car has met all expectations. Excellent gas mileage and handling. I am worried about foreign parts if something was to go wrong down the line.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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God I miss my Passat R-Line!!!

I traded in my Passat for a Outlander, biggest mistake ever!!! Got the Outlander so we could carry our things in the back that would not fit in the Passat truck (although the trunk was Hugh). The Outlander just had a bigger opening.

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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Wonderful decision

This vehicle met and exceeded all of our expectations and has the desired features. We wanted the maxima but it was out of our price range but the Passat SE is extremely tech advanced and the inside is like a luxury vehicle. Gas mileage is great. Only with it had push start/keyless entry.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • 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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Best Car I Have Ever Driven!

I have driven many cars in my life; Ford, Chevy, Hyundai, Honda, Lincoln, Cadillac... This is by far the best I have ever driven. Thanks to the European Suspension, it handles curves like I'm on rails. Takes a bumpy road like it newly paved. The electronics and safety features are far superior to most. And the material used for the seats and dash, you know that this is a high class 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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Economy AND Room

I traded in a vw golf wagon for the 2016 Passat. I have found that it is relatively economical for its size and still has some power to it. Lots of leg room and trunk space to move, stretch and store things. I have long legs and often put my seat back quite far. Previously anyone sitting behind me would not be comfortable unless they turned sideways. Now with the Passat it's comfort all around!!

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 Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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