Overview & Reviews
Volkswagen shuffles equipment around, creating Turbo, Komfort (Ja, that's with a "K"), Lux and VR6 trim levels for the 2008 Volkswagen Passat line. Rear side sunshades are now standard on all Passats, as is a power driver seat. Formerly known as the 3.6L, the Passat VR6 gains adaptive bi-xenon headlights as standard equipment. In addition, the 4Motion all-wheel-drive system is now standard on VR6 wagons.
- Ample power with either engine, balanced ride and handling, spacious seating for all, elegant cabin with exemplary fit and finish, available all-wheel drive.
- Prohibitively expensive with the V6 engine, options-laden four-cylinder models are pricey, too, excessive road noise with 17- or 18-inch wheels, poor fuel economy on 4Motion models.
User Reviews:
Showing 111 through 120 of 127.00-
Great Car, Great Value, Fun To Drive - 2008 Volkswagen Passat
By goyacc - January 10 - 4:33 amA lot of people asked me why I spend 30 grands to get a car with 4cyl engine. If you have test drive it, you wont ask this question because 4cyl turbo with sport mode gear, you got sporty driving experience. On the other side, you got fuel economy with regular driving. Plus built in German, the leather seat and sun roof, it worths every fraction of penny.
-
Pass on the left, if you can! - 2008 Volkswagen Passat
By Doug - September 30 - 9:02 pmWhen merging on to the highway, this car is like a thoroughbred race horse jumping out of the gate. Left signal on, metal down, take to the express lane and hit cruise at 82. Slow down for the inevitable traffic delays with the left (-) paddle shifter & open the sunroof if it is a nice day. The sound system will easily drown out anyone elses sound system. I bought this car for its storage. Right away it needed: igniters, fuel pump, axle, alignment, brakes, lights. Timing belt broke two weeks after dealer "inspected" it. Now, with rebuilt engine, performs like new. Body & paint are in great shape. Glass is all like new. Plastic body panels require ArmorAll. For an "old" car, the design is still fresh. Turns heads wherever I go. Blacked out all the chrome & lowered it, with some 18s.
-
Shifting unpredictable - 2008 Volkswagen Passat
By France - September 18 - 3:26 amLove to drive our Passat when its not in the shop. We have been having a problem with the transmission or shifting pretty much from the beginning. I was hoping to find other people with the same problem as we are experiencing. We took our time in choosing this car, purchased a VW for the supposedly well made vehicle it delivers, great disappointment. Its still in the shop now; hoping this time it will be fixed.
-
The Best! - 2008 Volkswagen Passat
By Y - September 7 - 10:36 amI have put 15k miles on it. So far nothing to complain about. Great handling, lots of power, comfortable ride, very good fuel economy while fun to drive. Beautifully designed.
-
200,000 mile Passat Wagon - 2008 Volkswagen Passat
By Scott - July 20 - 11:16 amGreat car! Low cost of ownership, fast, handles well, good gas mileage. Very European firm ride however. I put 165,000 of the 200,000 miles on it. Runs like the day I bought it. I guess I got a good one!
-
Comfort - 2008 Volkswagen Passat
By Yolanda - July 3 - 3:43 pmI had a 2002 Jetta with 59,000 miles on it and the performance was great, able to handle the highway without loosing any grip. I bought a 2008 Passat Lux. I needed leg room and performance with an economy niche to it. This Passat is better looking than the Lexus. I have received more compliments on this vehicle style, color, and performance. I needed a good running car with a slight luxury texture that is not expensive in maintenance. VW designed the perfect car for me. Thanks VW.
-
First VW - 2008 Volkswagen Passat
By Hector - June 23 - 9:10 pmDid my research on Edmunds customer reviews and the Passat had consistent stellar reviews. Considered Honda, Subaru, Volvo but kept going back to the Passat. Wanted something sporty, family friendly, and decent gas mileage and Passat won me over. The Passat is quick and a blast to drive! We have a SUV for family trips and a luxury Japanese sedan but we seem to always take out the VW! A little expensive than other brands but a little negotiating can put you at the same price range for a better car.
-
New Owner of a 2008 Passat - 2008 Volkswagen Passat
By jobales - June 23 - 4:30 pmSaturday I went out to view the new Tiguan and came home with a 2008 Passat Turbo (6 spd auto). Ive wanted one for the last year and moved from a well equipped 2005-1/2 Jetta 2.5L. I gave up a few options (Auto headlights, self-dimming rearview mirror, dual climate control, and Rain Sensor wipers) but overall Im excited with my Passat. The interior is what actually sold me as I fell in love with it a year ago when I was having service on my Jetta. Its roomy, comfortable, and makes me feel like Im driving a much more expensive car! Its also in one of my favorite color combinations: Black exterior/black interior. Im also happy to say that on the expressway today it averaged 34 MPG!
-
Great Car - 2008 Volkswagen Passat
By to_perspective - March 6 - 4:26 amPicked up a CPO Passat and I am very happy with the purchase. The interior layout is among the best Ive seen....very logical. The drivers seat is extremely comfortable....I could drive in this car for hours. With the many possible seat adjustments and the telescoping wheel it is possible to get the perfect seat position. Just wish it had a seat memory so when other family members adjust the seats I could easily return to my preference. Very pleased with the gas mileage and with an 18 gal tank you can drive for a long time between fill-ups. Performance is very good for a 4 cylinder engine.
-
Less Quality - 2008 Volkswagen Passat
By OK Wagon - January 30 - 4:13 amTraded my 2003 VW Passat GLX for a 2008 VW Turbo Wagon. The 2008 does not have the same quality feel as the 2003 had. The sheet metal seems much lighter and the hinges seem lighter. Hood padding is very light. Im sorry I didnt buy the loaded version but at around $41,000 I thought I should just buy the cheaper one. I miss some of the bells and whistles. Radio sounds good but the controls are small and the display hard to see. Cruise Control lever too close to Turn Signal control which causes you to hit by mistake.Having trouble with fuel gauge,been back for repair twice and still not fixed.
