2009 Volkswagen Passat Owner Reviews

I switched to the VW Passat wagon after two leases with Saab, the 9.5 sedan and then the 9.5 sportwagon. I find the Passat to be superior in every way to the Saab vehicles. The interior spacing is generous, leg room, shoulder room, an open feeling. I find the 2.0 turbo superior to the Saab 2.3 in both acceleration and fuel economy. I am averaging 22.5 mpg with a mix of city and highway driving. Vehicle has a well built feel and apearance.

I tested the A4, 328, and c-class. The Passat is as good for $200 less per month on a lease. Build quality, design, engineering are excellent and equivalent to the A4, 328, and C-class. The turbo 2.0 is a marvel for its power and efficiency. The car is fun to drive and very comfortable. The interior dimensions are equal to the A6, 528 and E-class. I replaced by Mercedes C280 4 matic. The Passat is more engaging to drive. Sign and drive, with the first month paid, and 3 years of scheduled …

The last reviewer is confused as to the ipod adapter. Take advice from an owner. If you get the glovebox adapter then the VW radio displays songs and functions as the interface for the ipod! DUH! The car is great and a great value for the money as compared to BMW or Mercedes...also has a solid and not thin chinsy construction...very safe car with many standard features that you would find on $60K+ Mercedes cars and the 2.0 Turbo(200 hp & 207 ft.lbs torque,0-60 mph in 6.9 seconds...I clocked it m…