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2017 Volkswagen Passat consumer reviews

$22,440 starting MSRP
side view of 2017 Passat Volkswagen
(176 reviews)
94% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.8
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.7
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This is a Great Vehicle with lots of features.

If you haven't reviewed the2017 Passat, you need to test drive One as soon as possible. This is and excellent vehicle, a lot of bang for the buck.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great Car. Love Mine

Before my Passat, I had a '16 Beetle. That was my first VW product. After coming from a terrible instance with two Fiat's, I needed a change. The Beetle was a great car, just a bit too small for my practical needs over time. I went to my local VW dealer and they were able to make a good deal on my '17 Passat. It's just the basic S, but it has what I need and does everything nicely. Overall fit and finish is good inside and the feature content for the money is on par with others in the class. I am surprised it didn't have heated side mirrors like the Beetle, but that's a small point. The space inside is great and the 1.8T is a nice engine. Over FE has been as high as 43MPG for me. Smooth, comfortable and handsomely stylish, I'd recommend the Passat.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • 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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Love my Black Beauty Passat.

I have only owned this car for 3 days but love it. It has every bell and whistle and the salesman Mike who sold it to me said I could call him at anytime for any questions I have.

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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I love this car.

The best car I've owned. It's really good on gas for the amount of car you get. It's very spacious inside and a lot trunk space. I love 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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Lots of bells and whistles on SEL Premium

Like the turbo engine, auto sensing cruise control, blind spot monitors and larger screen on the SEL. Heated seats are a nice feature, CarPlay and more.

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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Super nice car for a daily driver

The car met my needs, very good styling in my opinion looked pretty aggressive and v6 engine not bad at all.

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Game-changing

A uniquely designed vehicle that is responsive and attaptive to a variety of road conditions, and capable of maneuvering out of compromising situations.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best bang for your buck for a European car.

Very comfortable and spacious from inside. And the ride is comfortable too. Performance from the 1.8T engine could be better in terms of horsepower. Yet I'm not trying to race or go on a track anytime soon. I drive around the city and I don't need to go from 0-60 on a residential street. Exterior styling is very nice, yet simple and to the point. The front grille is what caught my attention. And the LED lights are a plus. Interior design is also very nice and to the point. Not so many plastic parts like other sedans have. Very spacious both front and back. The kids love the space in the back, the rear air vent to keep them cool and the USB port to keep their tablets charged. Value for the money is TWO THUMBS UP !! I'm sure there is other cars in the same category that have great value. And I see everyone else driving those cars. I'd rather be different and drive this particular model because it's turning heads when I'm driving around town. Reliability has been great yet I've only had the car for 1 year. I can't really give too much information on this subject.

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great luxury at mid size price

Passat se I got this car and had it for 30 days Car has leatherette interior climate control sunroof wood trim. Backup camera front collision awareness blind spot detection reverse detection Bottom line it has the look and feel of a luxury car. It has a very smooth ride get 3O mpg on regular gas beauty I leased it at less than the cost of any car in its class.

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best features on a new car

I love my new Passat! It has so many features for safety and fun! I elected to get a new 2017 since there were great incentives.

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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