Overview & Reviews

For 2003, a base GL sedan and wagon are available. Think of the GL as a GLS 1.8T for buyers who don't require any extras like alloy wheels, leather upholstery, seat heaters or a sunroof. Meanwhile, alloy wheels and sunroof are now standard on GLS models. The 4Motion all-wheel-drive system will not be offered on GLS V6 models, forcing interested buyers to cross the 30-grand line; however, VW has made stability control (ESP) optional on all Passats (except the W8, which has this standard). Also this year, you'll be able to get W8 sedans and wagons with a six-speed manual transmission and a sport package that includes a firmer suspension and the requisite 17-inch wheels. Lastly, the standard stereo head unit gets backlighting for the buttons.

• Fun to drive, excellent value in GL or GLS trim, roomy interior with upscale feel, outstanding build and materials quality, available all-wheel drive.

User Reviews:

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  Not bad,but......... - 2003 Volkswagen Passat
  By cdks7of9 - June 21 - 2:00 am

  I love it. Great look, wonderful ride.

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  my vw - 2003 Volkswagen Passat
  By jean maria - June 11 - 10:00 am

  the car preformance is more then i thought it could be. this is my first new car and i am glad it is a vw. we bought ours after my sister got hers, after us my in-laws purchaced theirs and love it also.

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  VW - OK - 2003 Volkswagen Passat
  By vw convert - May 24 - 2:00 am

  This is my first VW after several Honda Accords. I have put 10k on it and am very impressed. No maintenance issues. The 4 cyl with turbo has plenty of power - drives more like a six cyl. Very stable at high speed. Mileage is good - 25ish around town, 32 on highway. It is slightly larger than my Honda, very comfortable even in back seat. I have owned for 6 months and would buy the exact same car again.

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  Solid and fun - 2003 Volkswagen Passat
  By Jeff Ogden - April 29 - 10:00 am

  Great car. Looks great. Drives great. Handles like on rails. Dislikes: back seat is small and V6 is a bit light on the power, but not bad.

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  2003 Passat - 2003 Volkswagen Passat
  By tucson - March 11 - 10:00 am

  Ive enjoyed owning this car. Ive had it four months and it has performed perfectly. I look forward to using it every day. I enjoy the looks and style of it. It rides great, has a tight feel and seems to have quality workmanship and engineering. I recommend this car.

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  Just shy of a Perfect 10 - 2003 Volkswagen Passat
  By Pulleydog - March 11 - 10:00 am

  This is my 2nd Passat. Opted for the V-6 this time around. Just like the first, this car is quiet, comfortable, fun to drive, and a joy on the highway. I can barely hear the V-6 unless Im hammering the accelerator, but the gas mileage did suffer by about 4-5 mpg over the 4 cyl Turbo. I would probably get the 4 cyl if I could do it all over again...the 4- turbo is very peppy, except for the slight hesitation on takeoff. Controls are well placed and well lit at night - the blue & red dashboard lights are great. Between the build quality and overall features - it feels like Im riding in a much more expensive vehicle.

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  Performance baby - 2003 Volkswagen Passat
  By get faster - February 22 - 10:00 am

  I got my passat and fell in love. Its the 1.8t and it is nice. I was very happy with the performance of it but... it needed to be faster. So I took it to a specailest and had it worked on. 1,500 doller later my car is a beast. with air induction kit,diverter valve, front mont intercooler, chip, and exahust. My passat is fast enuff to easily keep up if not beat a V8, like the BMW 745i. This car is great if you modify it.

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  2003 Passat - 2003 Volkswagen Passat
  By trishat - February 20 - 10:00 am

  This car has pizazz! The comfort and style of this model rivals most luxury cars for a modest price. The car is full of saftey features that are not installed on other vehicles so you feel safe transporting your children. Bottom line........safe, reliable and FUN!!!!!!

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  Very Satisfied !!!!!!!!!!!!!! - 2003 Volkswagen Passat
  By Augie Lindsay - February 7 - 2:00 am

  I never thought I would be driving VW. Have always been a Ford man. After driving an Expedition, which I enjoyed, I fell in love with the AWD. But I really wanted the comfort and smoothness of a car plus I wanted the car loaded. I figured I would have to go back to the Taurus and have to settle for front wheel drive. Well I found the Passat GLX. A fully loaded vehicle, AWD, comfort, plus about the same price of a very basic Expedition and just a little more than a fully loaded Taurus but what I felt was a better built vehicle. I love the Passat.

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  Love to drive!!!! - 2003 Volkswagen Passat
  By 42n81 - January 27 - 10:00 am

  The car has been awesome!! People are impressed by the stylish interior, comfort & good looks. Highway driving is smooth. Cant even tell how fast you are going (sometimes a problem!!) Would recommend highly....