Overview & Reviews

The 2009 Volkswagen Passat lineup undergoes a major downsizing, as there is now just a single front-wheel-drive Komfort trim level, and the only available powertrain is the turbocharged 2.0-liter four with a six-speed automatic transmission. One new feature this year is a hard-drive-based navigation system with a touchscreen and digital music storage capability. However, some previously available features, such as leather seating, a premium audio system and xenon headlights, are no longer available.

• Good balance of ride comfort and handling, upscale interior appointments, energetic turbocharged engine, available wagon body style.

• Elevated road noise, costs as much as V6-powered competitors, no V6 option, missing some common options.

User Reviews:

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  Good car, very bad reliability - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By sunray - August 30 - 2:23 pm

  In general, a reasonable price/performance ratio. The reliability is bad, automatic windows, brakes, and instrument panel are replaced.

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  New VW Owner - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By Jayco11 - July 7 - 9:53 pm

  This car is really a pleasant surprise. Just came out of an Infinity M45. Had to downsize lifestyle and found the perfect car.This car drives great,and is big enough for a family of five. No car can match the features this car has for the money.

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  Never Again VW - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By NeverAgainVW - November 10 - 8:06 am

  Dont buy it!!! First time buying a VW of any kind. My Passat is a lemon. Purchased for $10K on 11/2015 from an Audi dealership. Many major repairs performed by a VW repair shop EW-ext warr. MP-my portion: 2/2016 faulty crankcase breather valve, coolant exchange & replaced dirty reservoir $760 MP. 3/2016 replaced front sway bar links, both cv joint boots, coolant pipe, 80K mile service $655 MP 11/2016 replaced intake manifold, injectors (EW) 12/16, replaced coils & resealed upper engine, strut bearings, transmission service ($2550) $338 MP, 8/2017 rack & pinion $2K (EW only pay $380) 10/2017 decarb $570, now oil leak!!! Less than two years! Runs fine for a month or two, then check this or that light, OMG!!

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  2009 Passat Wagon - Komfort - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By Dan P - October 21 - 1:46 pm

  Came out of a Volvo XC70. This car has personality and is much more fun to drive. Comfort is good. Good acceleration. Mileage is better then sticker. Easily get 30-32 at 70 mph. 33-34 at 60 mph. Average fuel mileage is 26mpg. Kids love the rear door window shade. I am 61" and like the front seats. Live in area that doesnt have may Passat Wagons and get many looks.

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  Love our Passat - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By Robert Clark - August 12 - 7:10 pm

  This is our third Passat having bought a new 1997 diesel and 2004 diesel. We love the diesels but gave up on VW ever getting the Passat diesel into North America. VW always seems to be three steps behind the marketing curve. We are quite pleased with our 2009, even though it isnt a diesel and we certainly miss that mileage. It handles beautifully but is noisier than our 2004 due to the low profile tires. We bought new tires and went one size up and the noise decreased. Our big gripe is that VW dropped Homelink from the Passat but not the Passat CC. Another braindead action by VW. Their response to my inquiry: "Our marketing plan for North America does not include the diesel or Homelink."

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  Fun to drive German - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By psupdx - August 11 - 7:23 am

  Own this car for one month. It is truly fun to drive Passat compare to other imports. Love the look inside and out. It drives like 6 cylinder car, thanks to turbo. Consequently, it consumes gas like 6 cylinder. I average 22 to 23 mi/gallon on 60 freeway/40 local. My old 2000 Maxima was better than that! I had to check the car with a local dealership for rattling noise from driver side glove box and door panel. It was fixed once and came back. So its been at service twice for the same issue. Hope this problem wont come back.

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  Great thus far - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By fmrporscheguy - June 9 - 2:00 am

  Have had this car for a full 3 months, and its met or exceeded my expectations. So far no unscheduled trips to the dealership, which is good. Being that this is a "performance" German car, you have to know it will need regular maintenance. The engine is adequate, though not at all inspiring. Does a decent job of moving along when pushed. Int design is very nice. Leatherette works great w/o worry of ruining it with wet beach shorts, sun damage, or regular wear and tear (look at pics of older models and seats still look new). Center tunnel is a tad narrow and would be nice if it were carpeted. I think ext looks nicer than Passat sedan. Audi-esque front grill is great!

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  Great Car - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By orimai - April 26 - 6:56 pm

  This car is smooth, quiet and comfy. My wife, daughter and I are looking forward to getting out on the open road with this. This car breezes down the local freeway and streets effortlessly. Handline is precise\crisp and drives rock solid like a heavier car. The only real drawback thus far is the lack of bluetooth which is optional on Passat but comes standard in other cars. Other than that, it could use a bit more power, but for a mid size sedan the fuel economy and power are both excellent. Comfortable, plenty of leg room for a 65" driver with some to spare.

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  Drives very nicely...mediocre interior - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By DG - February 12 - 7:06 am

  I love the way this car drives. It drives better than most 6 cyl vehicles Ive driven. The interior knobs have a somewhat cheap-looking appearance. Overall a good bang for your buck.

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  So far so good and fun. - 2009 Volkswagen Passat
  By Jorge Gomez - December 14 - 6:13 pm

  Almost 4 month and still so fun to drive. Good in gas. Excellent choice from all the cars we tested.