2000 Volkswagen Passat Review Summaries

What reviewers liked most about the Volkswagen Passat:

It's a smooth engine that provides progressive pulling power at all engine speeds.

-- Automotive.com

All Passats come with superb steering,

-- Edmunds.com

The front seats are comfortable and supportive.

-- New Car Test Drive

What reviewers liked least about the Volkswagen Passat:

Three men in the rear will be a squeeze and shouldn't be contemplated for more than just a short ride.

-- BeepBeep.com

Body rolls through tight corners

-- Edmunds.com

The view out the rear windscreen is partially blocked when all three of the rear headrests are up.

-- New Car Test Drive

Volkswagen Passat Comparisons:

Overall, the Passat is an attractive alternative to the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry or Nissan Maxima.

-- Automotive.com

The Passat is one of the most entertaining sedans (or wagons) in the midsize class.

-- Edmunds.com

The Volkswagen Passat is more enjoyable to drive than the Honda Accord or Toyota Camry.

-- New Car Test Drive

Best one-liner about the Volkswagen Passat:

They are speedy beasts

-- Automotive.com

It has a solid punch down low.

-- BeepBeep.com

Before rushing out to buy that new Accord, Camry or Taurus, you'd do well to at least test drive a Passat..

-- Edmunds.com

The Volkswagen Passat is beautifully assembled. It performs and handles like a sports car

-- New Car Test Drive