Volkswagen Passat 2005-2010 used car review

The Volkswagen Passat offers European comfort and solid dynamics in a practical package.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 3.6 out of 5

The good

Stylish European looks
Great to drive and comfortable too
Great boot on wagon versions

The not-so-good

Worrying reliability
Running costs can be high

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers’ guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2010 Volkswagen Passat Variant 1.8TSI Comfortline

Price

$5,500 to $23,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

1.8-litre four-cylinder turbocharged, 118kW/250Nm (claimed)

Transmisison

Six-speed dual-clutch automatic, front-wheel drive

Safety rating

Five-star ANCAP rating (NZ model)

Servicing

15,000km or 12 months

Spare wheel

Space saver

Fuel economy

9.8-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Premium

Length

4775mm

Width

1820mm

Height

1516mm

Towing capacity

750kg (unbraked), 1500kg (braked)

Turning circle

11.4m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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