Volkswagen

Volkswagen Passat

Price $23,975 – $37,475
Fuel consumption 4.4 – 10.9 L/100km
The Car Guide rating N/A
After stepping out for 2011 (when only the CC version was offered), an all-new Passat is back for 2012. Inevitably, it looks something like the new Jetta and is offered with three different engine options: a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbodiesel, a 2.5L 5-cylinder and a 3.6L V6. Meanwhile, the CC is no longer part of the Passat family as it is now considered an entirely separate model. It has just been named Motor Trend Car of the Year.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating N/A
Driving N/A
Safety N/A
Interior N/A
Reliability N/A
Winter driving N/A
Comfort N/A

What's new in 2012

New model

Pros

  • Well-adapted engines
  • Good road holding
  • Quiet ride
  • Impeccable fit and trim
  • Guaranteed to be spacious

Cons

  • Poor feedback
  • Bland style
  • Unknown reliability
  • Enigmatic sound system

Competitors

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Recalls