2004 Volkswagen Passat GLS review from North America
"Very good car for grandparents"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Automatic transmission was replaced twice. This is with the Triptronic.
I have almost driven most available rentals by now.
I still feel uneasy about this new transmission as I feel a thump when stopping from time to time. It only happens down shifting.
Weather strip on sunroof under rails came off the second time I opened it.
The right side fog light is out. (I will assume its life is over and that's it). Will replace at my own expense.
General comments?
The car is good looking and interior shows quality built.
Like the color of gauges. They are easy on the eyes at night.
Interior is quite and practical.
It drives well in fair weather, snow and rain and very well on sunny days.
Brakes are strong, though, the car weight makes you press pedal significantly hard when coming to a stop downhill at 35 mph.
1.8T engine has plenty of power and is good on gas.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 20v turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 100 miles |
| Most recent distance | 47500 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Camry |
| Date of Entry | 3rd August, 2006 |