1998 Volkswagen Passat S TDI review from UK and Ireland
"Brilliant, economical, practical all round car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Well, not many, apart from a noise coming from the brake pedal, sounds like a spring noise, but hope is not the ABS. I am a bit worried about it, but the dealer has not yet found the cause, so I hope it's going to be OK.
Rocker header gasket was leaking, replaced it in a local garage, not much of a problem.
General comments?
It's a brilliant car, better than the one I previously owned, a Peugeot 406.
It's more responsive and more economical (around 45-50 miles to the gallon combined).
Cabin is spacious and motorway cruising taken with ease.
Something you should live with is the steering, it's a bit light compared to the peugeot.
My car is the 90 bhp version, and it's not bad at all, but if you need a bit of fun, go for the 110 bhp version.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 75000 miles |
| Previous car | Peugeot 406 |
| Date of Entry | 21st June, 2002 |